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AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Milton Keynes. Classes run at Kaplan Milton Keynes, part-time during the day. The course may be funded through a Government Apprenticeship for eligible learners. For others, a payment plan may be 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 for a finance environment.
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 Milton Keynes. Learning is delivered face-to-face, with tutor-led instruction covering accounting principles and practical techniques. Assessment is through AAT computer-based exams, which you sit at an approved test centre. Each unit is assessed separately, so you complete exams as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kaplan Milton Keynes will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments for a business
Bookkeeper, maintaining day-to-day financial records
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments
Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoicing and receipts
Payroll administrator, supporting payroll processing and records
Finance administrator, providing general accounting support in an office
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. For those aiming at senior finance roles or wanting to move toward chartered accountancy qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA.
