Free AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Coventry. Classes run at Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber Training, daytime, with flexible study to fit around your apprenticeship. This is a 12-month programme combining classroom-based AAT accounting classes with hands-on work experience. You'll study bookkeeping, costing, and financial processes while earning a salary from your employer. Entry requirements are typically four GCSEs at grade C or above, including maths, or relevant experience in an accountancy role. The course leads to the AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting, a level 2 aat accounting qualification recognised by employers across finance and accounting.
Who this course is for
This course is aimed at anyone wishing to start out their accountancy career. You will get high quality work experience in your chosen occupational area, develop your CV with nationally recognised qualifications as well as enjoy a salary and all of the perks of working for a company. The progression opportunities are endless, you may become a qualified Accountant leading a finance department or owning your own business.
Entry requirements
In general you will need to have 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above as a minimum, including maths or relevant experience within an accountancy role. You will need to be interested in working with figures, enjoy problem solving, be prepared to work hard, learn varied tasks and work effectively as part of a team and individually.
What you will learn
You'll prepare basic accounts and financial records accurately.
You'll process payments, purchases, and sales ledger transactions.
You'll use accounting software and IT tools used in finance roles.
You'll apply costing techniques to support business decision-making.
You'll understand the principles of double-entry bookkeeping.
You'll develop the organisational and communication skills needed in a finance team.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom-based AAT accounting classes and practical work experience with your employer. Assessment is through AAT online assessments set by the awarding body. You'll complete these at approved test centres during your programme. Your progress is also reviewed through regular workplace observations and reviews with your training assessor.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber Training 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.
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments.
Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoices and receipts.
Payroll administrator, processing employee wages and records.
Finance administrator, supporting a finance department with day-to-day tasks.
Bookkeeper, maintaining accurate financial records for a business.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 2, covering advanced bookkeeping, tax, and management accounting.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Prepares you for senior finance roles and exemptions toward chartered accountancy qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA.
ACCA or CIMA qualifications. For those aiming toward fully chartered accountant status.
