What opportunities will this course give me?

The finance, accountancy, business and communications skills developed in the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting can lead to employment as an accounts administrator, accounts assistant, accounts payable clerk, purchase/sales ledger clerk, trainee accounting technician and trainee finance assistant to name but a few. The accountancy and finance knowledge developed in this qualification is also the underpinning knowledge needed for the higher-level accountancy and financial skills developed in the AAT Advanced and Professional Accounting Qualifications.

What will I be learning?

The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is an ideal starting point for anyone wishing to pursue a career in accountancy or finance, covering a range of foundation accounting and finance skills in four mandatory units. These units are, Introduction to Bookkeeping (ITBK), Principles of Bookkeeping Controls (POBC), Principles of Costing (PCTN) and The Business Environment (BENV).
The purpose of this qualification is to ensure that students are well prepared to progress into a business, finance or professional accountancy career or further education. A student completing this qualification will develop accountancy skills in double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing, as well as an understanding of purchase, sales and general ledgers. Students will also learn basic Contract Law and develop the professional skills and behaviors needed to contribute effectively in the workplace. Working in accountancy requires good communication skills, good numeracy skills and an understanding of the business environment, all of which are included in the qualification.

Why is this course for me?

This course of study is delivered via distance learning. Included in the cost of the course are text and revision books, specialist online resources, one exam sitting per module, telephone and email support as well as limited one to one tutor support. This course will be assessed by way of a computer based assessment taken in college. The assessment for ITBK must be taken by week 14 of the learning agreement, the assessment for POBC must be taken by week 26, the assessment for PCTN must be taken by week 38 and the assessment for BENV must be taken by week 56.

What do I need to sign up?

Candidates will be required to attend an interview with the course tutor prior to commencement on the course and demonstrate an appropriate standard of Literacy and Numeracy. Basic IT skills will also be required. A pre-entry requirement for the course is the completion of an online assessment in English and Maths.

Is there anything else I need to know?

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is a professional body and membership is required in order to undertake this qualification. Registration with the AAT must be made upon commencement of the course and will incur an additional cost.

This course of study will be available from 01 February 2022

Application Information

Please fill in an application form which is available to complete online, from your careers advisor or direct from the Information, Advice and Guidance team, Eastleigh College, Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 5FS. Telephone 023 8091 1299. *Fees will apply if you are over 18. You may be eligible for fee support or a loan. To find out an accurate cost, based on your individual circumstances, please contact our Information, Advice and Guidance team.

Course Code

AC22C2/DL

Need some further advice?

If you require further advice and guidance about any of the course costs and/or funding options available to you, the College has a dedicated IAG Advisor who can be contacted on telephone 023 8091 1299.