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AAT Certificate in Accounting L2

at Bishop Auckland College, Bishop Auckland · college

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Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting provides a solid foundation in finance administration and core accounting principles. This qualification is ideal for individuals starting out in a finance or accounting career and is designed to develop essential bookkeeping and accounting skills. Accounting is a key function in any business, and this course introduces students to double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing techniques, and the use of ledgers. It also explores broader business and personal skills needed in today's finance sector. Learners will explore a range of professional areas including bookkeeping systems, reconciliations, cost recording systems, and business environments. The course also integrates four key themes that reflect modern accounting practices: ethics, technology, communication, and sustainability. The AAT Level 2 Certificate does not by itself qualify students for advanced roles in finance but serves as a stepping stone to higher qualifications, such as the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, or junior finance roles. AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting Modules: - Introduction to Bookkeeping - Principles of Bookkeeping Controls - Principles of Costing - The Business Environment

What you need to get on

Full Tme Grade 4 Maths and appropriate level English. Part Time There are no formal entry requirements for this course; however, a basic level of numeracy and literacy is beneficial. Students should be comfortable working with numbers and have a keen interest in finance, business, or accounting. If applicants have no formal qualifications, they may be asked to complete an initial assessment to determine course suitability.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Woodhouse Lane Campus

    Woodhouse Lane, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6JZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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