The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is ideal for anyone wishing to study accountancy and finance alongside a range of complementary business and personal skills. The purpose of the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is to offer the foundation accounting knowledge needed to progress to employment or further study in accountancy and finance alongside business and personal skills that are transferable to any sector and additional business knowledge relevant to accountancy. The qualification offers a broader focus across several subject areas which enhances employability.
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Entry Requirements
Successful completion of AAT Level 1 or GCSE grades A-C 4+. You will also have a College interview and assessment.
Assessment Method
The assessment in this qualification is set and marked by AAT it is computer based and time-limited. The assessment is scheduled by us as a certified training provider and assessment venue under controlled conditions.
Aims of the course
Students should choose the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting if they are interested in developing transferable business and personal skills alongside their core accountancy skills. This qualification may also be valuable for those entering the workplace for the first time or for those changing careers who would like additional support in upskilling to enter or re-enter a business environment. AAT qualifications benefit from being globally recognised and they are valued by leading employers from small high street firms to large accountancy businesses. This qualification comprises four mandatory units Introduction to Bookkeeping Principles of Bookkeeping Controls Principles of Costing and The Business Environment. Working in accountancy requires good communication skills information technology (IT) skills and an understanding of the business environment as well as an understanding of daily finance/accounting functions. The purpose of this qualification is to ensure that students are well rounded and well prepared to progress into a career in business finance or professional accountancy or into further education. The four units are assessed individually through computer-based end-of-unit assessments.
Progression Opportunities
A student completing this qualification will develop skills in double-entry bookkeeping and will understand how to use journals control accounts and a trial balance. Students will also gain an understanding of accounting software packages how to process financial information in accordance with company procedures and schedules and how to provide information to colleagues suppliers and/or customers as required.
Facilities
IT equipped classrooms and a well-resourced Learning Centre.
