• LevelLevel 2
  • FT/PTPT
  • Age group19+
  • Duration1 year
  • Awarding bodyAAT

Overview

The foundation certificate in accounting covers a range of basic accounting principles and techniques, from costing and double-entry bookkeeping to using accounting software.

There are five units studied within this level.

Course Information

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For more information call Course Information on
01642 333333 or email courseinfo@mbro.ac.uk.

Modules include:

  • Bookkeeping Transactions
  • Bookkeeping Controls
  • Elements of Costing
  • Work Effectively in Finance
  • Using Accounting Software

Flexible to be discussed with tutor

Entry requirements

You must have gained a Level 2 English and maths (GCSE grades A*-C). Certificates will need to be produced at enrolment. If proof cannot be produced or you do not meet these entry requirements then applicants will be invited to complete an initial assessment prior to acceptance.

You must attend an interview with the AAT team.

If you do not hold a Level 2 in maths and English you will need to take an initial assessment prior to being offered a place.

You will be assessed through 5 computer-based assessments.

£1,265

Tuition fees are free if you are a UK or home- fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course.

If you are aged 19 or over, you may be required to pay fees depending on your residency status, educational background and personal circumstances. Many people qualify for free tuition fees, for more information please contact Course Information on 01642 333333.

Level 2 Entitlement: If you are aged 19 - 23 on the start date of the course and this is your first full Level 2 qualification, the course is free if you are studying for an entry or Level 1 qualification (except Basic Skills) where a step from Basic Skills is needed in order to progress to a first full Level 2 course or this is a first full Level 2 qualification.

Please enquire by the clicking the ‘enquire now button’ at the top of this website page or contact Course Information on (01642) 333333 or e-mail CourseInformation@mbro.ac.uk.

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