AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. The course is free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. Fee remission may be available, so contact the Admissions department for details. You'll study the core accounting skills that employers look for, including double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing, and using accounting software. The AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Qualification is recognised by employers across finance and business. It gives you a solid foundation for further AAT study or an entry-level accounting role.
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 principles to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll process transactions using accounting software.
You'll understand basic costing methods and how they're used in business.
You'll prepare and reconcile accounts, including bank reconciliations.
You'll work with purchase, sales, and general ledgers.
You'll understand the principles of VAT and how it applies to business transactions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based teaching at Halesowen College. Assessment for the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is through computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. You'll sit these exams when you're ready. For full details on assessment and what to expect, contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777 or visit halesowen.ac.uk.
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 and payments in a finance team
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments
Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoices and receipts
Payroll administrator, supporting payroll processing for a business
Bookkeeper, maintaining day-to-day financial records for small businesses
Finance administrator, supporting a finance department with data entry and reconciliation
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 2. Covers more advanced accounting tasks and opens the door to technician-level roles.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Takes you to the highest AAT level and can lead to chartered accountancy routes with ACCA or CIMA.
AAT Bookkeeping qualifications. A shorter route if you want to focus specifically on bookkeeping work.
