AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Southend-on-Sea. Evening classes run at South Essex College Southend Campus, part-time over 10 months. The course combines online study with fortnightly classroom sessions, so you can fit learning around your life. You'll cover double entry bookkeeping, basic costing principles, and accounting software. Entry requirements include the ability to work to a Level 2 standard in maths and English, plus a working knowledge of Excel and Word. A skills assessment is part of the application. Tuition fees are £660 and assessment fees are £300 for one sitting of each assessment.
Who this course is for
Whether youre heading for your first job in accounting and finance, seeking a change of scene, already work in accounting, or are looking to become a qualified accountant, this course will give you the professional skills to be proud of. Our teaching team consist of both AAT fully qualified professionals and industry experienced lecturers.
Entry requirements
Ability to work to a Level 2 standard in Maths and English and a working knowledge of Excel and Word. A skills test to assess your suitability for the course. Please note AAT will not register anyone as a member if you have any of the following; you have been made bankrupt; entered into an agreement with creditors; any criminal convictions; found guilty of an offence under the Companies Act and Financial Services Act; or been issued a County Court Judgment.
What you will learn
You'll apply double entry bookkeeping to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll use basic costing principles to support finance administration.
You'll work with accounting software used in real finance roles.
You'll understand the fundamentals of finance administration and accounts preparation.
You'll develop the skills needed for junior and entry-level accounting work.
How you will learn
This is a blended learning course. You'll study online in your own time and attend fortnightly evening classes at the campus. Online content is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education. Assessment is through AAT's own computer-based assessments. Tuition fees cover teaching; assessment fees of £300 cover one sitting of each assessment. If you need to resit, an additional fee applies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Essex College Southend Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should have a working knowledge of Excel and Word before the course begins.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and basic bookkeeping
Finance administrator: supporting a finance team with day-to-day tasks
Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: recording customer payments and chasing debts
Payroll administrator: processing employee pay using accounting software
Bookkeeper: maintaining financial records for small businesses
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Accounting: the natural next step, covering advanced bookkeeping, final accounts, and tax. The provider notes you may be eligible for a fully funded Level 3 course on successful completion of this one.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: prepares you for senior accounting roles and exemptions toward chartered accountancy qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA.
