Accounting - Part-time AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting (AQ2022)

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is a well-respected and recognised qualification within the accounting profession. It is recognised as a major qualification for Technician level accounting staff. Students who gain their Advanced and Professional Diplomas and who have relevant accounting work experience can apply for membership of the AAT and will normally get exam exemptions from the Chartered Accounting Bodies.

Introduction to Bookkeeping

Principles of Bookkeeping

Principles of Costing

The Business Environment (This will be assessed within the synoptic exam taken at the end of the course)

Students will be assessed by computer-based assessments which take place at the end of each taught unit. Results for these units will be given within a few hours of the assessment.

English and Maths at Level 2 (Level 2 FS or GCSE Grade C or above / 4 or above).

Where the applicant does not meet the course entry requirements - Level 2 or GCSE qualification at grade C/4 or above in maths and/or English, entry will be considered on successful completion of the Introduction to Business Course Level 1.

A job role in Accounting or Finance would be beneficial.

Students will complete initial and diagnostic assessments at the start of the course.

Students may progress through the AAT levels, then to further Accounting qualifications with one of the Chartered bodies. The AAT has close links with various accountancy bodies and exemptions may be available if you choose to complete the Advanced and Professional Diplomas in order to progress to Chartered level.

There are various job roles available for people holding the Level 2 Certificate:

• Accounts Administrator

• Accounts Assistant

• Accounts Payable Clerk

• Bookkeeper

• Payroll Administrator

• Payroll Officer

• Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk

• Tax Assistant/Trainee

• Trainee Accounts Technician