AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Halesowen. Evening classes run at Halesowen College, part-time over 18 weeks. Fee remission may be available for some learners. Contact the Admissions department to find out if you qualify. The course covers the core accounting skills that employers look for, from double-entry bookkeeping to basic costing. Evening classes mean you can fit your studies around work or other commitments. You'll work toward the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, a qualification recognised by employers across finance and accounting.
Who this course is for
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
Entry requirements
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll prepare and process basic financial documents, including invoices and receipts.
You'll use accounting software to manage financial data.
You'll calculate and record costs in a business context.
You'll understand the principles of VAT and how it applies to transactions.
You'll produce trial balances and identify basic errors in accounts.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Halesowen College on an evening, part-time schedule. AAT assessment is computer-based. You'll sit online assessments set and marked by AAT, covering each unit of the qualification. Your tutor will guide you through the content in class, and you'll practise exam-style questions to prepare for each assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and basic bookkeeping
Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: recording customer payments and chasing debts
Payroll administrator: calculating and processing employee pay
Finance administrator: supporting a finance team with day-to-day tasks
Bookkeeper: maintaining accurate financial records for a business
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting: the natural next step, covering more advanced management accounting and financial statements.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: takes you to technician level and can open doors to chartered accountancy training.
ACCA or CIMA: if you want to qualify as a chartered accountant, AAT Level 4 can give you exemptions from early ACCA or CIMA exams.
