Fee information
Unit assessment fee: £120 included in the cost. In addition to your course fee you will need to pay a student membership fee to the Association of Accounting Technician (AAT). The total fee for AAT membership is £65. There is a payment plan option if you are paying the full fee and Discretionary Learner Support is available to support learners who are in exceptional financial hardship that prevents them from participating in learning. Please ask our Learning Advisors for more information.

Who is this course for?
Over 19s interested in gaining a Level 2 Cerificate in Bookkeeping.

How do I enrol?
To apply for this course online at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk and simply click on the 'How to Enrol' button and complete the Enrolment Form and one of our customer service team will be in touch or call to speak to one of our friendly learning advisors on 01752 660713.

Entry requirements
Will be based on completion of your initial assessment or any evidence of prior achievement. A maths qualification at level 2 is also desirable. You must have basic key board skills.

Course aims
The Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping provides an entry point for anyone wishing to start a career in accountancy or finance. It may also support career progression for those already in employment by formally recognising their skills in manual bookkeeping. A learner completing this qualification will develop practical accountancy skills in the double entry bookkeeping system and in using associated documents and processes. learners will be able to check transactions for accuracy, make entries in appropriate books and ledgers, and calculate sales invoices and credit notes. They will also cover more complex level bookkeeping procedures, including dealing with VAT, reconciliation and trial balances, and will develop their understanding of the relationship between the various accounting records.

Qualification
The awarding organisation is AAT This qualification comprises of two mandatory units: - Introduction to Bookkeeping - Principles of Bookkeeping Controls

How will the course be delivered?
This will be delivered face-to-face in a group session in a classroom with other learners. This is mainly a theory course with some practical aspects, you will complete the assessments using a computer. There will be one-to-one support as required.

Will I need to study or practise outside the classroom?
There is a considerable amount of work for you to do in your own time for this qualification - reading and completing activities. Please allow a minimum of 2 hours per week for this homework.

How will I know I'm making progress?
During the first session you will complete an informal initial assessment and make an individual learning plan (ILP), to identify your targets for the course, with your tutor. You will review your (ILP) with your tutor who will give you written feedback and support to achieve your targets. Informal assessments will be integrated into sessions with group and one to one feedback being given regularly. This will enable you to identify any additional support requirements or areas to practise and revise and prepare for the assessments.

What will I need to take to course?
Please bring a pen, notepad and a file for any hand-outs. Access to a computer outside the classroom is useful for accessing the activities on the AAT website and in our Microsoft Teams area.

Progression
You will be able to progress on to the full level 2 Certificate in Accounting or the level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping. Learning Advisors will be happy to provide you with information of what progression is available. Visit our website at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk or contact us on 01752 660713 to make an appointment.

Career Opportunities
Skills gained in this qualification could lead to employment or career progression as: Accounts Administer; Accounts Assistant; Accounts Payable Clerk; Purchase/Stakes Ledger Clerk; Trainee Accounting Technician; Trainee Finance Assistant

Please note
Most courses attract a subsidy from the Education and Skills Funding Agency and can be used to match fund for ESF. It is a requirement of the ESFA that you complete various forms at different stages of your course, further information is available on request. Courses are subject to a minimum number of enrolments and could be cancelled if recruitment is low. In some cases, an alternative class at a different location may be offered. Terms and conditions are available on www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk Room numbers are subject to change - please check when you arrive at the venue.