Free Level 2 Accounting Course in Islington. Classes run at Capital City College Finsbury Park Campus, part-time during the day, over 25 weeks. You'll cover double-entry bookkeeping, VAT principles, banking procedures, and how to use computerised accounting software to record transactions and produce financial reports. The course has entry requirements: you'll need a Level 1 Award in Computerised Accounting for Business, Level 1 Functional Skills in English (Reading and Writing), and Level 1 in Maths.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Certificate in Computerised Accounting for Business is an entry-level qualification that teaches you the fundamental skills needed to manage business finances using accounting software.This course covers topics such as setting up accounting systems, recording financial transactions, managing ledgers, and producing financial reports.This certificate is ideal for you if you are looking to start a career in accounting or enhance your business finance skills.
Entry requirements
All applicants must have achieved a:Level 1 Award in Computerised Accounting for BusinessLevel 1 Functional Skills in English (Reading and Writing)Level 1 in MathsIdeally, applicants should have at least completed the AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping All course materials and activities are provided online and can also be accessed on mobile devices, enabling you to study at times and locations that are convenient for you.
What you will learn
You'll set up accounting software to manage financial information
You'll record and process financial transactions accurately
You'll manage ledgers and reconcile accounts
You'll produce financial reports for a business
You'll apply the principles of double-entry bookkeeping
You'll understand VAT rules and how to apply them
You'll follow banking procedures relevant to business finance
You'll work within professional values and basic business legislation
How you will learn
You'll attend daytime classes at Capital City College Finsbury Park Campus. The course is made up of eight mandatory units covering both knowledge and practical skills. All course materials and activities are provided online and can also be accessed on mobile devices, so you can review content between sessions. Assessment is through a combination of knowledge-based units and skills-based units, testing both your understanding of accounting principles and your ability to use accounting software.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Finsbury Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments for a business
Bookkeeper, maintaining financial records day to day
Payroll administrator, calculating and processing staff wages
Finance officer, supporting financial operations in an organisation
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments
Sales ledger clerk, tracking customer invoices and receipts
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: a widely used accounting qualification that builds on computerised bookkeeping with manual accounting skills.
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: the next step toward becoming a qualified accounting technician, covering advanced bookkeeping, tax, and financial statements.
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Business Finance: broadens your knowledge into business management and financial planning.
