AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Glasgow – Kaplan Glasgow
CostEmployer funded
Duration3 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Funded through an apprenticeship or your employer. Kaplan Talent Partners lists a fee of £399 if you're not eligible. Contact Kaplan Talent Partners for more info.
AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Glasgow. Classes run at Kaplan Glasgow, part-time during the day. The course may be funded through a Government Apprenticeship for eligible learners. Fees may apply otherwise, though a Kaplan Payment Plan is available. You'll cover core accounting principles including double-entry bookkeeping, costing, and accounting software. The course runs over 3 days. It suits anyone new to accounting or finance, or those already working in an accounts role who want a recognised level 2 aat accounting qualification.
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 to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll use costing techniques to support business decision-making.
You'll work with accounting software to process financial data.
You'll develop effective business communication skills relevant to finance roles.
You'll understand the principles of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
You'll prepare and check basic financial documents and records.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Kaplan Glasgow. Learning is delivered face-to-face, with tutor-led instruction covering accounting theory and practical exercises. Assessment is through AAT computer-based assessments, which you sit at an approved test centre. You'll need to pass each assessment to complete the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kaplan Glasgow will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments in a finance team.
Bookkeeper, maintaining accurate financial records for a business.
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments.
Sales ledger clerk, recording customer payments and chasing debts.
Payroll administrator, supporting payroll processing and records.
Finance administrator, providing general support across an accounts department.
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. Builds toward full AAT membership and opens doors to senior finance roles.
ACCA or CIMA qualifications. Once you hold AAT Level 4, you may be eligible for exemptions on these chartered accountancy routes.
