Free Level 2 Accounting Course in Wakefield

CostFREE
Duration10 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Accounting Course in Wakefield. Classes run at Manygates Adult Education Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over 10 weeks and is designed for people who already have some experience of computerised accounting but want to build their skills further. You'll work with Sage software to carry out a range of computerised accounting routines and bookkeeping activities. This free accounting course for adults covers the practical skills employers look for in accounts roles.

Who this course is for

The Sage Computerised Accounting for Business Level 2 course is for learners who have existing knowledge and understanding of computerised accounting, but little experience of manual bookkeeping concepts. You will develop the skills you need to conduct a range of regular computerised accounting routines and activities using SAGE computerised software.

What you will learn

  • You'll use Sage computerised accounting software to process financial transactions.
  • You'll set up and maintain customer and supplier accounts.
  • You'll process sales and purchase invoices and credit notes.
  • You'll reconcile bank statements using computerised tools.
  • You'll produce financial reports from accounting software.
  • You'll apply bookkeeping concepts within a computerised accounting system.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Manygates Adult Education Centre. Teaching covers both the theory behind computerised accounting and hands-on practice using Sage software. Assessment is based on practical tasks completed using the software, testing your ability to carry out real accounting routines accurately. You'll have an initial assessment before the course starts to confirm that Level 2 is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Manygates Adult Education Centre 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 using Sage or similar software
  • Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments
  • Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoicing and receipts
  • Payroll administrator, supporting payroll processing in a finance team
  • Finance administrator, providing general accounting support in an office

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: a widely used accounting qualification that covers double-entry bookkeeping and financial processes in more depth.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: the next step if you want to move into more senior finance roles or work toward becoming a professional accountant.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping: a focused qualification for those who want to specialise in bookkeeping.

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