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Whether progressing from AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, progressing from another book keeping qualification, or joining the course with work experience, with this course you will master more complex financial processes, including final accounts for sole traders and partnerships, management accounting, professional ethics and spreadsheets, making it perfect for anyone interested in a career in book keeping, or who wants to go on to become a fully qualified accountant.

 

 

This qualification covers a range of essential and higher-level accounting techniques and disciplines. Students will learn and develop skills needed for a range of financial processes, including maintaining cost accounting records, advanced bookkeeping and the preparation of financial reports and returns.

 

Whether progressing from AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, progressing from another book keeping qualification, or joining the course with work experience, with this course you will master more complex financial processes, including final accounts for sole traders and partnerships, management accounting, professional ethics and spreadsheets, making it perfect for anyone interested in a career in book keeping, or who wants to go on to become a fully qualified accountant.

 

Is there funding?

There is funding available to support this training for students who are in receipt of any benefits or low wage (less than £25,000 (£30,491 for CPCA) gross per annum). If this is not the case for you then the course fee of £2,573 would be payable.  This can be paid in instalments, paid via invoice by an Employer or you can apply for an Advance Learner Loan personally.

 

Will I have to do any work at home?

Yes, we recommend spending as much time studying at home as you do in the classroom. So, if you spend one day per week in class, you should also spend one day on self-study spread across the week.

 

What will I need to provide?

A basic calculator and something to write with. You will require the use of a computer outside of the classes.

 

Are there any other costs?

Yes, you are also required to register with AAT - the current fee is £235. Any re-sits of AAT exams are charged at rate of £80 per sitting.

Non-completion of the course (including the taking of examinations) or failure to attend 3 consecutive sessions without notification may result in a charge of £225.

This qualification will develop complex skills and knowledge necessary to work in a bookkeeping role or to progress to higher level accountancy roles or study. Students completing this qualification will become competent in financial processes including accounting principles and concepts, advanced bookkeeping and preparing financial statements. They will also be introduced to business issues regarding payroll and value added tax (VAT), including an understanding of the documents and reports produced on payroll software, timescales for submissions and payments.

 

If you successfully complete this qualification, you can apply for AAT associate bookkeeping membership and achieve professional AAT Bookkeeper status (AATQB).

This qualification will develop complex skills and knowledge necessary to work in a bookkeeping role or to progress to higher level accountancy roles or study. Students completing this qualification will become competent in financial processes including accounting principles and concepts, advanced bookkeeping and preparing financial statements. They will also be introduced to business issues regarding payroll and value added tax (VAT), including an understanding of the documents and reports produced on payroll software, timescales for submissions and payments.

 

Whether progressing from AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, progressing from another book keeping qualification, or joining the course with work experience, with this course you will master more complex financial processes, including final accounts for sole traders and partnerships, management accounting, professional ethics and spreadsheets, making it perfect for anyone interested in a career in book keeping, or who wants to go on to become a fully qualified accountant.

 

Is there funding?

There is funding available to support this training for students who are in receipt of any benefits or low wage (less than £25,000 (£30,491 for CPCA) gross per annum). If this is not the case for you then the course fee of £1512 would be payable.  This can be paid in instalments, paid via invoice by an Employer or you can apply for an Advance Learner Loan personally.

 

Will I have to do any work at home?

Yes, we recommend spending as much time studying at home as you do in the classroom. So, if you spend one day per week in class, you should also spend one day on self-study spread across the week.

 

What will I need to provide?

A basic calculator and something to write with. You will require the use of a computer outside of the classes.

 

Are there any other costs?

Yes, you are also required to register with AAT - the current fee is £94. Any re-sits of AAT exams are charged at rate of £80 per sitting. Non-completion of the course (including the taking of examinations) or failure to attend 3 consecutive sessions without notification may result in a charge of £225.

Qualification type Level 3 Diploma
Duration 2 years
Study times You will be expected to be in college for a minimum of 3 days per week, from 9:15 to 4:00. Your timetable will be confirmed at induction.
Entry requirements Four GCSEs Grade 4 or above, including maths or English. You will be invited to an interview and if you show aptitude, enthusiasm, and commitment, you may be considered with lower grades.
Campus West Suffolk College Sixth Form Campus, Bury St Edmunds
Work placements Yes

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