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AAT Level 1 Introduction to Accounting & AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting

Distance learning AAT course with study materials and additional online tutor support

Provided by Sepera College

Summary

Price
£450 inc VAT
Or £50.00/mo. for 9 months...
Study method
Distance learning
Duration
12 months · Self-paced
Qualification
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
AAT Access Award in Business Skills – Level 1
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Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
  • Certificate of completion - Free
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) not included in price, and must be purchased separately
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

The AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting at Sepera College is an ideal starting point for anyone wishing to study accountancy and finance. The purpose of the qualification at Sepera College is to offer the foundation accounting knowledge needed to progress to employment or further study in accountancy and finance, alongside business and personal skills that are transferable to any sector and additional business knowledge relevant to accountancy.

Qualification

AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting

AAT Access Award in Business Skills – Level 1

Regulated by Ofqual

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Hard copy certificate - Included

Certificate will be sent once the course has been completed via post

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Easily accessible certificates upon completion, allowing your qualification to be verified within seconds via a QR code at Sepera College.

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Description

At Sepera College any student completing this qualification will develop accountancy skills in double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing, as well as an understanding of purchase, sales and general ledgers. At Sepera College students will learn how to use accounting software and to develop 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 at Sepera College. The purpose of this qualification is to ensure that students are well rounded and well prepared to progress into a career in business, finance, professional accountancy, or into further education once completion course at Sepera College.

At Sepera College a student completing this qualification will develop accountancy skills in double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing, as well as gaining an understanding of purchase, sales and general ledgers.
Working in accountancy requires good communication skills, IT skills and an understanding of the business environment, all of which are covered by this qualification at Sepera College.

The AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting covers a range of foundation accounting and finance skills in four units:

  • Introduction to bookkeeping
  • Principles of bookkeeping controls
  • Principles of costing
  • The business environment

At Sepera College all of the units within the qualification are mandatory. Three units are assessed individually in end-of unit assessments, but this qualification also includes a synoptic assessment that students will sit towards the end of the qualification. The synoptic assessment draws on and assesses knowledge and understanding from across the course.

Who is this course for?

At Sepera College most students will start with this qualification. It is suitable for school leavers, as well as for adults returning to work after taking sabbatical or for anyone wishing to change career.

Requirements

At Sepera College most students will start with this qualification. It is suitable for school leavers, as well as for adults returning to work after taking sabbatical or for anyone wishing to change career.

AAT does not set any prerequisites for the study of the AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting. However, for the best chance of success, we recommend that students begin their studies with a good standard of English and Maths. Accountants work at the very heart of a business and are expected to be able to communicate information clearly and appropriately to a given audience.

Career path

Studying at Sepera College and completion the courses you may find accounting and finance roles that benefit from this AAT Level 1 and Level 2 qualification:

  • An accounts administrator
  • An accounts assistant
  • An accounts payable clerk
  • A purchase/sales ledger clerk
  • A trainee accounting technician
  • A trainee finance assistant

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Provider

Sepera College

Learn new accounting skills, enhance your CV and get the career you’ve always dreamt of!

The AAT Accounting qualification provides the perfect pathway to a successful career in finance and accountancy. We are one of the UK’s leading AAT providers and offer students a unique mix of practical expertise with vital theoretical teaching.  Whether you’re a school-leaver, re-training or returning to work, our courses offer the ideal route into accountancy.

We’ve already helped tens of thousands of people to get the AAT qualifications, and we would be honoured to help you too. This is your time. Don’t wait – enrol now.

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