AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (online and on campus)

This AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) course is an entry-level accounting qualification, ideal for anyone who is seeking an introduction to basic accounting principles and skills. This qualification will prepare you for junior and entry level accounting roles. It delivers a solid foundation in finance administration. We have partnered with www.mindful-education.co.uk to deliver this course through our flexible Online and On Campus model.

Teaching & learning

At Brock we have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this course through our flexible online and on-campus model.

Online you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer. This means you can choose how, when and where you want to study.
Lessons last around 45 minutes and are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Meanwhile, practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help enhance the overall learning experience.

You should expect to spend around four-to-five hours studying independently online each week.

On campus, you will benefit from regular classes with your Tutor – without having to commit to attending on multiple evenings each week. Your Tutor will review what you have learned during your online lessons and will be on-hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment.

Regular discussions with classmates will help reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from learning in a group.

Information & support

Regular discussions with classmates will help reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from learning in a group.

The skills and knowledge you will gain throughout this qualification will qualify you for roles including Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Credit Control Assistant or Purchase Ledger Clerk

All exams will take place at our main campus in Brockenhurst

Cost

This course will last for 36 weeks. Fortnightly college classes will be held every other Tuesday evening.

There is a tuition fee of £918.00 in addition to a £175.00 AAT registration and membership fee.

Your course could be fully funded if you are aged 19 – 23 and do not already hold a Level 3 qualification, unemployed and in receipt of benefits, or earning less than £25,000.00 annual gross salary.

You should expect to spend around four-to-five hours studying independently online each week.

Please note, if you require any exam re-sits, these are charged at £63.00.

Minimum entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Previous knowledge of accounting would be an advantage. You will be assessed to ensure your level of English meets the requirements of the course.

Course structure

1.    Introduction to Bookkeeping
2.    Principles of Bookkeeping
3.    Principles of Costing
4.    The Business Environment
5.    Using Accounting Software
6.    Business Communication

What can I do with this qualification?

On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded an AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting. This internationally recognised qualification enables those working in accounting or those who looking to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical experience and the all-important certification often sought by employers.

Following this course, you can progress to higher levels of the AAT Accounting Qualifications (Level 3 and then on to Level 4). You might be eligible to progress on to a fully funded Level 3 course. Please ask a member of the college staff for more information.

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