Many adults can study this course for free. Check the 'Can I study for free?' section below to see if you're eligible.
This course is funded by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority's Adult Skills Fund.
This Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is the first part of the full AAT qualification.
It is an internationally recognised professional course which will give you the skills to excel at a wide range of accounting and finance jobs.
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Course Details
When studying on the Level 2 Certificate you will start to develop skills in bookkeeping transactions and controls whilst gaining an understanding of costing, as well as management and administrative processes. Students will also learn to understand the benefits and risks of using accounting software to complete bookkeeping tasks.
The qualifications is approximately equivalent to GCSE grade A-C. (4-9 on the newer grading scale).
Units:
- Introduction to Bookkeeping
- Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
- Principles of Costing
- The Business Environment (synoptic assessment also including bookkeeping units)
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Entry Guidelines
To study a Level 2 qualification, you will need:
A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3, including English and Maths (or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths)
OR
A Level 1 Bookkeeping qualification with GCSE English and Maths at grade 3 or above or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths or equivalent
Satisfactory interview and/or assessment
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
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Where can I progress to?
Progression from this course is to the Advanced Diploma in Accounting.
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Timetable
Timetable: Wednesday's 9:00am-3:00pm
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Equipment Required
Text books for this course are to be purchased they are not included in the course fees. Typical cost is approximately £60.
Students will also require their own calculator, which should not be a scientific calculator.
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Assessment Methods
By computer-based assessments that are externally marked.
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Can I study for free?
You can study this course for free if you:
- Live in the Liverpool City Region (Wirral, Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, St Helens or Halton), and
- Are unemployed or earn under £25,750 a year
If you live outside the Liverpool City Region, or you're not sure if you're eligible, get in touch - we'll help you explore your options.
0151 551 7777
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