AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Southampton. Classes run at Kaplan Southampton, part-time on a day or block release basis. The course may be funded through a Government Apprenticeship. If that route is not available to you, fees may apply. 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 two days and prepares you to sit the Foundation Synoptic Assessment. Entry requires a Level 2 qualification, GCSE grades A* to C, or a Key Stage 5 Technical Certificate.
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 double-entry accounting.
You'll learn how to process financial transactions accurately.
You'll understand how to work effectively within a finance function.
You'll prepare for the AAT Foundation Synoptic Assessment, covering all assessed syllabus areas.
You'll recap and consolidate learning from earlier units in the AAT Level 2 programme.
You'll develop an understanding of basic costing and the use of accounting software.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Kaplan Southampton on a day or block release basis. The course focuses on the Foundation Synoptic Assessment (FSYA), so teaching covers all relevant syllabus areas in a structured classroom setting. Assessment is by synoptic exam. You'll have the chance to revisit earlier units and work through exam preparation with your tutor.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kaplan Southampton will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant. Entry-level role processing invoices and payments.
Purchase ledger clerk. Managing supplier invoices and account reconciliations.
Sales ledger clerk. Handling customer billing and credit control.
Payroll administrator. Processing employee pay and deductions.
Finance administrator. Supporting day-to-day financial operations in an organisation.
Bookkeeper. Recording financial transactions for small businesses.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 2, covering more complex financial processes and management accounting.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Leads toward full AAT membership and roles such as finance manager or management accountant.
ACCA or CIMA qualifications. For those aiming toward chartered accountant status after completing the AAT pathway.
