AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Manchester – Kaplan Online – Evening
CostEmployer funded
Duration6 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding body
Funded through an apprenticeship or your employer. Kaplan Talent Partners lists a fee of £379 if you're not eligible. Contact Kaplan Talent Partners for more info.
AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Manchester. Evening classes run at Kaplan Online, part-time over 6 days. It's free for some learners through a Government Apprenticeship, and fees may apply for others. This level 2 aat accounting course covers double-entry bookkeeping, costing, and accounting software. It suits those new to accounting and those already working in finance who want a recognised aat accounting qualification. You'll develop practical skills that employers look for in accounts roles.
Who this course is for
Kaplan's Foundation Certificate in Accounting covers a range of basic accounting principles and techniques, from costing and double-entry bookkeeping to using accounting software.
It is ideally suited for someone who is new to accounting and finance, someone who perhaps works in an accounts department but wants to gain a qualification or enhance their foundation knowledge and skills or someone who is looking to change their career. Top five skills you'll gain:
Effective business communication skills including letters, memos and informal reports
Processing payments and receipts
Preparing invoices
Completing bank reconciliations
Using accounting software
You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping principles to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll use accounting software to process and manage financial data.
You'll calculate costs using basic costing techniques.
You'll communicate effectively in a business and finance context.
You'll understand the principles underpinning financial accounts.
You'll process payments, receipts, and ledger entries.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based evening sessions and complete assessments set by AAT. Assessment is through computer-based exams for each unit of the qualification. You'll sit these at an approved assessment venue. The course combines tutor-led instruction with practice exercises to prepare you for each exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kaplan Online will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments day to day
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments
Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoices and receipts
Payroll administrator, supporting payroll processing in a finance team
Finance administrator, supporting a busy accounts department
Bookkeeper, maintaining financial records for a business
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 2, covering financial statements, tax, and management accounting in more depth.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. For those aiming at senior finance roles or wanting to move toward chartered accountancy qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA.
