AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Milton Keynes. Classes run at Kaplan Milton Keynes, part-time on a day or block release basis. The course may be funded through a Government Apprenticeship for eligible learners. Fees may apply otherwise. You'll cover the core areas of the AAT Foundation syllabus, including the Work Effectively in Finance unit, which is assessed through a synoptic exam. The course runs over 2 days. It prepares you for entry-level finance and accounting roles and is a recognised step into the AAT qualification framework.
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 study the principles of bookkeeping and basic accounting transactions.
You'll learn how to work effectively within a finance function.
You'll recap the core units from the AAT Foundation syllabus ahead of your synoptic exam.
You'll practise applying your knowledge across integrated accounting scenarios.
You'll develop your understanding of how finance teams operate in real organisations.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Kaplan Milton Keynes, with tutor-led sessions covering the Foundation synoptic syllabus. Assessment is through the AAT Foundation Synoptic Assessment (FSYA), a single exam that draws on learning from across the Foundation units. Classes run on a day or block release schedule, giving you focused study time ahead of the exam.
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 in a finance team.
Bookkeeper, maintaining financial records for a business.
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments.
Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoicing and receipts.
Payroll administrator, processing staff wages and deductions.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 2, covering more complex accounting tasks and opening doors to higher-level finance roles.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Builds toward full AAT membership and roles such as management accountant or financial analyst.
ACCA or CIMA qualifications. For those aiming toward chartered accountancy, AAT Level 4 can provide exemptions from early ACCA or CIMA papers.
