Foundation Diploma in Bookkeeping with AAT

NEW 2016 SYLLABUS

Why learn Book-keeping?

• 74% of Bookkeeper jobs in Berkshire earn between £20,000 - £50,000 (July 2016, Hays)
• There are 2,958 Finance jobs available in Berkshire (July 2016, reed) waiting for candidates with the right skills and qualifications

Combine Pitman Training's well-regarded reputation for the quality of our Diplomas, along with our partnership with AAT, the accounting industry's leading professional body, to bring you qualifications that will stand the test of time.

You'll learn both manual book-keeping and computerised accounting, as well as Excel.

You can start when you like and our flexible learning system means you can fit your studying around your existing work and home commitments. There will also be a course advisor on hand to help, should you need additional support.

Improve your chance of getting roles such as:

• Accounts Assistant
• Finance Administrator
• Finance Assistant

Testimonial: Jill, Foundation in Book-keeping Diploma with AAT Level 2 Qualification

“Pitman was a name I’d always known, and when I googled the training, I recognised the name straight away. The course books were excellent, all well set out. It's given me more confidence, it's been excellent, I would absolutely recommend it to a friend. [The support received from advisors was] first-rate, excellent, Anytime I emailed, I always got a response, I couldn't fault it"

When considering training to further your career, it is important to be able to answer the following questions with a firm 'yes':

1. Is the training provider trustworthy and do they have a good track record?
2. Will the training actually give me the vocational skills that I require to advance my career?
3. Will potential employers/clients recognise the training and give me work as a result, so that I get a return on my investment?
4. Will I enjoy the training and see it through to the end?

Why Pitman Training?

• No one has helped more people gain valuable business skills than Pitman Training. That unbeatable experience is your guarantee of success.
• Our teaching methods are proven; our course materials are the best of their kind.
• There are no hidden costs. The Diploma package includes certification fees and all training.
• A Pitman Training Diploma is an industry standard; your passport to a better career.

Core courses

• Book-keeping Level 2 Module 1
• Book-keeping Level 2 Module 2
• Book-keeping Level 2 Module 3
• Sage 50 Accounts
• Microsoft Excel or Excel Expert

Elective courses (choose one)

• Understanding Business Accounts
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Numeric Data Entry
• Introduction to Business Structure and Law
• Costing and Pricing
• Effective Business Communication

This course is recommended to you if:

• you wish to become a book-keeper
• You wish to start your career in finance
• you would like to start your career in accounting
• you studied finance previously and need to update your skills
• you wish to do the book-keeping and computerised accounts for your own business

No prerequisites

You could be a:

• Assistant Book-keeper
• Accounts Assistant
• Book-keeper
• Finance Administrator
• Treasurer
• Accountant
• Small Business Owner