AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting

Part-time
Level 2
AAT
Sketty Hall
32 weeks
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Overview

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is an introductory course, delivering a strong foundation in the field of accounting. 

At this level you’ll start to develop accountancy skills in double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing, as well as an understanding of purchase, sales and general ledgers. You will learn an understanding of accounting software and develop the professional skills and behaviours needed to contribute effectively in the workplace. Working in accountancy requires good communication skills, IT skills and an understanding of the business environment, all of which are covered by this qualification. 

Units:

The AAT Certificate in Accounting covers a range of accounting and finance and business skills in four mandatory units: 

  • Introduction to Bookkeeping 
  • Principles of Bookkeeping Controls 
  • Principles of Costing 
  • The Business Environment.

Key information

Entry Requirements

AAT does not set any prerequisites for the study of the AAT Certificate in Accounting. Ideally, students should have one or two GCSE Grades A*-C however, common sense and an aptitude for numbers and estimation are more important. Open to students of all ages. 

Course Delivery

32 week part-time delivery:  

Mondays (9.30-4.30pm) at Sketty Hall Business School 

Or 

Tuesdays (2-9pm) at Sketty Hall Business School

AAT will require all students to register with the professional body. Restrictions to membership may apply. More information is available at www.aat.org.uk

Assessment: 

  • Externally set online examinations. 

Progression Opportunities

The accountancy skills developed by studying this qualification will enable students to seek employment with confidence and/or to progress to the next level of learning. 
 
The finance, accountancy, business and communications skills developed in the AAT Certificate in Accounting can lead to employment as: 

  • Accounts administrator 
  • Accounts assistant 
  • Accounts payable clerk 
  • Purchase/sales ledger clerk 
  • Trainee accounting technician 
  • Trainee finance assistant. 

The accountancy and finance knowledge developed in this qualification will enable students to progress onto the Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting qualifications. 

Additional Information

Course fees are applicable, prices available on request.  

Telephone: Accountancy team on 01792 284097

Email: accountancy@gowercollegeswansea.ac.uk 

 
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