About the course
This qualification is intended for those either working or aspiring to work, in a bookkeeping position to gain an understanding of the processing role. It is the progression route through the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualifications for those with AAT Level 1 Access, or for those without the experience of double entry book keeping.
The course is delivered by an experienced, supportive team of qualified and experienced staff at West Suffolk College at the Thetford Learning Centre.
This will be an evening course starting at 18.00-21.00. The course is due to start in April - start date to be confirmed.
Entry requirements
Unlike other qualifications there are no entry requirements with AAT and you don't need relevant work experience. This means that this course is ideal if you are leaving school, returning to work or thinking about a change in career. Useful strengths include problem solving, numeracy skills and attention to detail.
Qualifications
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping, awarded in conjunction with the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
What you'll learn (core modules)
The course has two modules.
1. Introduction to Bookkeeping.
You will learn how to set up bookkeeping systems, process customer transactions process supplier transactions, process receipts and payments and process transactions into the ledger accounts.
2. Principles of Bookkeeping Controls.
You will learn use of control accounts, reconcile a bank statement with the cash book, use the journal and produce trial balances.
All assessments are computer based, time limited and are set and marked by the AAT. You are required to pass 2 exams in order to gain this qualification.
Non-completion of the course (including the taking of examinations) or failure to attend 3 consecutive sessions without notification or good reason may result in a charge of £185.
Where is the course delivered? (facilities/classrooms)
West Suffolk College Thetford
Charles Burrell Centre
Staniforth Road
Thetford
IP24 3LH
How much will it cost?
The course costs £400.00, however there is funding avaliable if one of the below applies:
1. You are employed and earning less than £25,000 gross per annum (recent proof is required)
OR
2. You are unemployed and in receipt of certain benefits (such as Universal Credit).
A separate AAT registration fee of £68 is required. There is no government funding avaliable for this.
I'm interested. What should I do now?
Please "APPLY NOW" or contact us on aatenquiries@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk and we will direct you further. We look forward to welcoming you onto the course!
Days & times
Date(s) to be confirmed