AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Islington. Classes run at Kaplan Islington, part-time in the evenings, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. The course may be funded through a Government Apprenticeship. Fees may apply for other learners. You'll cover double-entry bookkeeping, costing, and accounting software, building a solid grounding in accounting and finance. The course runs over 6 days of classroom sessions. This level 2 aat accounting qualification is a recognised starting point for a career in accounting.
Who this course is for
kaplan's Foundation Synoptic Assessment (FSYA) courses all cover the syllabus areas relating to the Work Effectively in Finance (WEFN) unit, which is assessed only as part of the synoptic exam. They also provide you with an opportunity to recap on your learning from earlier units to ensure you are well prepared and confident ahead of the exam. Find out more about what a synoptic assessment is.
You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping principles to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll use costing techniques to understand how businesses track and manage costs.
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 basics of financial statements and how they are prepared.
You'll handle accounts payable and receivable processes.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based evening sessions at Kaplan Islington. Learning is delivered through tutor-led instruction, worked examples, and practice exercises. Assessment for the AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting is through computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. You'll sit these exams on completion of each unit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kaplan Islington 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 businesses.
Payroll administrator, managing employee pay and deductions.
Purchase ledger clerk, handling supplier invoices and payments.
Sales ledger clerk, managing customer accounts and receipts.
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 the AAT accounting qualification at Level 4, you may be eligible for exemptions from some ACCA or CIMA exams.
