AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Leicester. Evening classes run at Kaplan Leicester, making it straightforward to fit study around work or other commitments. The course may be funded through a Government Apprenticeship. If that route does not apply to you, a payment plan may be available. This level 2 aat accounting course covers double-entry bookkeeping, costing, and accounting software. It suits people new to accounting and those already working in an accounts role who want a formal aat accounting qualification. The course runs over 6 days part-time.
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 costing techniques to support basic management accounting tasks.
You'll work with accounting software to process and manage financial data.
You'll develop effective business communication skills relevant to finance roles.
You'll understand the principles of the accounting function within an organisation.
You'll prepare and check basic financial documents and records.
How you will learn
You'll attend evening classroom sessions at Kaplan Leicester. Learning is delivered face to face, with a mix of taught content and practical exercises. Assessment for the AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting is by 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 Leicester 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.
Payroll administrator, handling employee pay and deductions.
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. Covers 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.
