AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Milton Keynes. Evening classes run at Kaplan Milton Keynes, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. The course may be funded through a Government Apprenticeship. For other learners, fees may apply through a payment plan. You'll cover double-entry bookkeeping, costing, and accounting software, building a solid foundation in accounting and finance. The course runs over 6 days, part-time. This level 2 aat accounting qualification is recognised by employers across the finance sector.
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 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 principles of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
You'll produce and check basic financial documents and reports.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based evening sessions at Kaplan Milton Keynes. 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 exams for each unit when you're ready.
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 small businesses.
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments.
Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoicing and receipts.
Payroll administrator, processing employee pay using accounting systems.
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 greater depth.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Builds toward full AAT membership and opens doors to senior finance roles.
AAT membership (MAAT). Once you complete Level 4, you can apply for full AAT membership, which many employers in accounting and finance recognise.
