AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting

On completion of this qualification you will have developed accountancy skills in double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing, as well as an understanding of purchase, sales and general ledgers. You will have acquired an understanding of accounting software and developed 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. Overall, this qualification covers a broad range of core accounting skills, as well as accountancy-related business skills and personal skills.

There are four mandatory units:

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

Key themes of technology, ethics, sustainability ad communication have also been introduced throughout all AAT courses.

Your tutor will monitor your progress in partnership with you and you have the support you need to achieve success. It is not always about being first in your exams or always being top of the class, it is about understanding what you are learning and being able to apply it to the best of your ability. That’s what your tutor will help you with.

There is one online exam for each of the mandatory modules. If you don’t make the pass mark, then you are able to resit the exam at a later date. Prior to each exam, your tutor will set you mock exams, so you are confident and prepared for the real thing.

You will need to spend about the same amount of time outside class on your studies as you do in college. Maybe more near your exam. It is a bi commitment but worth the effort.

AAT qualifications are universally respected and internationally recognised. Organisations hire AAT qualified members for their knowledge, skills, diligence and enthusiasm because AAT represents the highest standards of professionalism. In short, an AAT qualification is a route to some of the most in-demand skills in the world and provides our students and members with a professional status to be proud of.

There are a variety of ways in which you can get help with fees and funding while studying. Get advice on applying for funding and assessing your eligibility for financial aid here.

This course attracts funding for eligible students, so please check with the admissions team about your own circumstances. 

There are two options for this course, a daytime class or an evening class. You can discuss this with your tutor at interview. Also, the majority of classes are face to face at our Chaffron Way campus but some sessions may be held online.