AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Hull – Kaplan Hull

CostEmployer funded
Duration3 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT 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.

About this course

AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Hull. Classes run at Kaplan Hull, 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

Entry requirements

Level 2 (Level 5 Scotland) GCSE (grades A*-C) Key Stage 5 Technical Certificate

What you will learn

  • You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping to record financial transactions accurately.
  • You'll use costing techniques to understand how businesses track expenses.
  • 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 Hull. Learning is delivered face-to-face, covering accounting principles through taught sessions and practical exercises. Assessment is through AAT computer-based exams for each unit. You'll sit these exams on completion of the relevant topics. The centre will confirm the exam schedule and any preparation materials before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kaplan Hull 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.
  • Finance administrator, supporting day-to-day accounting operations.
  • Payroll administrator, calculating and processing employee pay.
  • Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier invoices and payments.
  • Sales ledger clerk, recording and chasing customer payments.

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.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Builds toward full AAT membership and opens routes into roles such as management accountant or finance manager.
  • ACCA or CIMA qualifications. For those aiming toward chartered accountancy, AAT Level 4 can provide exemptions from some early ACCA or CIMA exams.

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