AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Penzance. Evening classes run at Penwith College, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. The course runs over 35 weeks, part-time, and covers four modules including bookkeeping, costing, and accounting software. AAT qualifications are progressive. You'll start at Level 2 and work toward full AAT membership over time. An initial diagnostic assessment helps place you at the right level. The level 2 AAT certificate accounting qualification is recognised by employers across finance and accounting.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is a four-module programme that is expected to be completed over one year.
Entry requirements
AAT qualifications are progressive and students are expected to commence at from Level 1/2 onwards, advancing through the levels to gain full AAT membership status. Students wishing to enrol at a higher entry level are subject to interview and diagnostic assessment.
What you will learn
You'll learn the principles of double-entry bookkeeping
You'll process financial transactions accurately
You'll prepare and reconcile bank statements
You'll use accounting software to record and manage data
You'll understand basic costing and cost recording
You'll produce simple financial reports
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Penwith College one or more evenings a week. Assessment is through AAT computer-based exams sat at an approved test centre. Each of the four modules is assessed separately. You'll need to pass all module assessments to complete the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Penwith College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments
Bookkeeper, maintaining financial records for businesses
Payroll administrator, managing employee pay and deductions
Finance administrator, supporting accounting teams day to day
Purchase ledger clerk, handling supplier accounts and reconciliations
Sales ledger clerk, managing customer invoicing and receipts
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.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Completes the AAT qualification and opens the door to full AAT membership.
AAT membership (MAAT). Once qualified, you can apply for full membership and use the MAAT designation with employers.
