AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting

Who is it for?

The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is ideal for anyone looking to advance their foundation knowledge and skills. Developed by financial experts to equip learners with essential accountancy expertise, the course is specifically aimed at those who:have no previous accounting qualifications or experience; orare new to working in finance; and/orhave achieved the Level 1 Award in Accounting (AAT Access) and wish to progress further#

Entry requirements5 GCSEs (A* – C) are preferred

The course

Interactively delivered by our friendly, supportive tutors, the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting covers the basic principles of ledger accounting and methods of recording financial transactions. Using both manual and computerised systems, learners will become familiar with the day-to-day techniques that are considered fundamental to work effectively in an accountancy or financial administration role.The course consists of a number of key learning and assessment areas:Processing Bookkeeping TransactionsControl Accounts, Journals and the Banking SystemsWork effectively in accounting and financeBasic costingComputerised accounting

Duration

Generally 12 months, although this may vary depending on the individual

Benefits to the individual

Gain a recognised qualificationEnhance your employment opportunities

Develop your skills

Expand your knowledge

Benefits to the employer

Knowledgeable, skilled employeesImprove staff retention

Grow your own talent

Promote cost-effectiveness

Progression

Level 3 Diploma in AccountingBecome employed in an accounting or financial administration roleAlready employed in finance? Progress into a Trainee Accountant or Trainee Accounting Technician position

System Training Financial offers both daytime and evening training sessions. With flexible learning to suit you, there’s no excuse not to apply – your accountancy career starts here.Benefits to the employerKnowledgeable, skilled employeesImprove staff retentionGrow your own talentPromote cost-effectivenessProgressionLevel 3 Diploma in AccountingBecome employed in an accounting or financial administration roleAlready employed in finance? Progress into a Trainee Accountant or Trainee Accounting Technician positionDid you know?Funding may be available, subject to eligibility#This is not a mandatory entry requirement