AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Temple Quay, Avon St. Classes run at Kaplan Bristol, part-time on a day or block release basis. The course may be funded through a Government Apprenticeship. Fees may apply for other learners. You'll cover the core areas of the AAT Foundation syllabus, including the Work Effectively in Finance unit, which forms part of the synoptic exam. The course runs over 2 days and prepares you for the Foundation Synoptic Assessment. Entry requires a Level 2 qualification, GCSE grades A* to C, or a Key Stage 5 Technical Certificate.
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 study the Work Effectively in Finance unit and how it applies to the synoptic exam.
You'll recap the key topics from earlier units in the AAT Foundation syllabus.
You'll practise applying your accounting knowledge under exam conditions.
You'll develop your understanding of how finance functions operate in a workplace.
You'll build your readiness for the Foundation Synoptic Assessment.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Kaplan Bristol on a day or block release basis. The course is structured around the Foundation Synoptic Assessment, so teaching focuses on exam preparation and consolidation of earlier unit content. Assessment is through the AAT synoptic exam, which tests your knowledge across the Foundation syllabus as a whole.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kaplan Bristol will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and basic bookkeeping
Finance administrator: supporting a finance team with day-to-day tasks
Payroll administrator: calculating and processing employee pay
Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: recording customer payments and chasing debts
Bookkeeper: maintaining financial records for small businesses
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting: the natural next step after the Foundation Certificate, covering more complex accounting tasks and preparing you for technician-level roles.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: takes you to the highest AAT level, opening routes into management accounting and finance management roles.
ACCA or CIMA qualifications: for those aiming toward chartered accountant status after completing AAT.
