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AAT Certificate in Accounting (Level 2) Programme

at Newcastle College, Newcastle Upon Tyne · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate12 weeksPart time

What the college says

Students should choose the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting if they are interested in developing transferable business and personal skills alongside their core accountancy skills. This qualification may also be valuable for those entering the workplace for the first time or for those changing careers who would like additional support in upskilling to enter, or re-enter, a business environment. AAT qualifications benefit from being globally recognised and they are valued by leading employers, from small high street firms to large accountancy businesses. This qualification comprises four mandatory units, Introduction to Bookkeeping, Principles of Bookkeeping Controls, Principles of Costing and The Business Environment. Working in accountancy requires good communication skills, information technology (IT) skills and an understanding of the business environment, as well as an understanding of daily finance/accounting functions. The purpose of this qualification is to ensure that students are well rounded and well prepared to progress into a career in business, finance or professional accountancy, or into further education. The four units are assessed individually through computer-based end-of-unit assessments.

What you need to get on

Successful completion of AAT Level 1 or GCSE grades A-C, 4+. You will also have a College interview and assessment.

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

  • Southwark College Main Campus

    Southwark College Main Campus 25 The Chut, London, SE1 8LF

    EveningClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 19 April 2027 · London

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