AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Eastleigh. Evening classes run at Eastleigh College, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. No prior accountancy or bookkeeping experience is required. You will attend an interview with the course tutor, which includes a literacy and numeracy assessment to confirm you are ready for the course. Over 29 weeks part-time, you will cover the core principles of accounting, from bookkeeping transactions to basic costing. AAT is the qualification employers look for when hiring at entry level in accounts and finance.
Who this course is for
Adult part time learners
Entry requirements
No prior accountancy or bookkeeping experience is required to undertake this qualification but, due to the content of this course and the required level of work commitment, a good level in both English and numeracy is required for enrolment.You will be required to attend an interview with the course tutor during which a literacy and numeracy assessment will take place to ensure you are proficient enough to complete the course.
What you will learn
You'll record financial transactions using double-entry bookkeeping
You'll prepare and balance accounts, including ledgers and trial balances
You'll understand the principles of costing and how costs are classified
You'll process payments and receipts accurately
You'll use accounting software to manage financial data
You'll understand VAT and how it applies to business transactions
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Eastleigh College on an evening timetable. You will be assessed through a combination of computer-based assessments set by AAT. These are taken at approved assessment centres and must be passed to complete the qualification. Your tutor will guide you through each topic before you sit the assessments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Eastleigh College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant. Entry-level role processing invoices and payments
Bookkeeper. Recording day-to-day financial transactions for businesses
Finance administrator. Supporting finance teams with data entry and reconciliation
Purchase ledger clerk. Managing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk. Processing customer invoices and chasing payments
Payroll assistant. Supporting payroll processing and record-keeping
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 2, covering more complex accounting tasks and opening doors to senior accounts roles.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Takes you to technician level and can lead toward chartered accountancy routes with bodies such as ACCA or CIMA.
