AAT Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting Choosing to study AAT Accounting qualifications with ICS Learn will start you on the path to a successful accounting and finance career. Our AAT Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting allows you to study the first Award of the AAT qualification. This Award offers training in Computerised Accounting and its main purpose is to provide students with specialist knowledge and skills to gain employment in an accounting role and / or the opportunity to progress to further qualification in accountancy or a related field. Overview The AAT Award will give a solid foundation to build your accounting career and start your journey through AAT qualifications. There are no entry requirements for this course and as the AAT accounting qualification is recognised and respected by employers, the practical and transferable real world accounting skills you learn can be put to use from day one. There are no hidden costs when you study for your AAT Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting course with ICS Learn. All the study materials and support that you need in order to achieve your qualification are included. You will, however, have to pay for the AAT membership and your exams. The charges are incurred by the awarding body. If the AAT Level 2 Award is not the right course for you, have a look at our full AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. About AAT AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) is the UK s leading professional body for Accounting and Finance staff with 130,000 members in more than 90 countries. AAT Accounting qualifications are universally respected and internationally recognised. AAT award around 90% of all vocational qualifications in accounting, and are sponsored by the professional accounting bodies CIPFA, ICAEW, CIMA and ICAS. AAT members are ambitious, focused accounting professionals, many occupying senior, well rewarded positions with thousands of employers - from blue-chip corporate giants to public sector institutions. In short, an AAT qualification is a route to some of the most in-demand skills in the world, and provides you with a professional status you can be proud of. Entry requirements There are no formal entry requirements for this course. As this is a business orientated finance course you should have reasonable numeracy and communication skills and an interest in how business works. If English is not your first language, IELTS 5.5 is required. The AAT Skillcheck is a short online test with a series of multiple-choice questions. It should only take about 30 minutes to complete. You'll be able to see your results and the recommended level of study immediately. * Please note that if you have a criminal record or have been made bankrupt the AAT may not accept you as a member - consequently you will be unable to sit exams.
Career progression Completion of this course will allow you to move onto the full AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. The AAT Level 2 Certificate is an internationally recognised qualification that will give you a solid grasp of essential accounting skills and principles. Qualification The AAT Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting syllabus introduces the essential accounting skills and principles suitable for those with minimal experience. When you complete your studies you will be awarded the AAT Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting. Support when you study with ICS Learn Once enrolled on one of our courses you are assigned a dedicated course tutor, who is a carefully selected subject expert in their chosen field. Each of our tutors has experience in teaching distance learning courses and understands the challenges as well as advantages of online and distance learning. Our tutors provide you with academic support and answer any queries you may have regarding course content and assessments. They ensure that you are fully prepared to successfully pass any coursework and exams (if applicable) by providing and marking effective revision aids such as test papers and mock exams. Papers are all marked in a constructive manner so students know exactly where their strengths and weaknesses lie. To help guide you through your programme and keep you on track, we offer the support of our in house mentor team. Our mentors are proactive and supportive to ensure you remain motivated and engaged throughout your study programme. They will set each you study goals from initial enrolment through to graduation. You will have online access to our Student Community where you have access to useful study resources and you will be able to test your skills through online activities. You will also be able to chat with other AAT students on your course.
Course content: AAT Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting The AAT Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting (AQ2013 Syllabus) consists of one unit which is outlined below with the key topics listed: Computerised Accounting Entering data at the start of an accounting period to set up customer and supplier accounts Recording and processing customer and supplier transactions Recording and reconciling bank and cash transactions Processing and using journals to enter accounting transactions Production of reports (day books, account activity, aged analysis, statements or remittance advice Assessments AAT assessments are designed to assess the skills, knowledge and understanding you've developed. To achieve your AAT Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting you have to sit one assessment set by AAT. This assessment is a Computer Based Project and you will have to attend an AAT approved exam centre to sit this. When you are ready to take your assessments, we will help make the arrangements with you. Computer Based Project (CBP) that will be submitted to your tutor for marking. You will get the result once your project has been assessed by your tutor and internally verified by ICS Learn. Assessment centres The assessment fees and invigilation fees for each AAT assessment are not included in the course price. AAT assessment venues accept external candidates for the computer based assessments. When you have successfully passed your mock assessment for each unit (pass rate 70%), we will ask where and when you d like to sit your exam and get in touch with you to agree a suitable date, time and venue. Before finalising the booking for you, we will confirm your booking via email. What s included All the study materials and support that you will need to achieve your AAT Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting qualifications are included. You will, however, have to pay for the AAT membership and your exams. These charges are incurred by the awarding body. Online study resources and learning activities Osborne AAT textbook and ebook Unlimited tutor and mentor support Sage One software * *Please note the Sage One Software provided with this course is accessed via the internet and is, therefore, compatible with Microsoft systems and Apple MacBook products.
Why choose ICS Learn? Personal mentor support - to help guide you through the programme to keep you on track. Your mentor can be contacted by phone, email and via the online Student Community and live web chat. Expert tutor support proactive tutor contact by phone, email and via the online Student Community. Online learning approach online learning activities, unlimited access to expert tutor support and Osborne AAT text book and ebook written specifically to the AAT syllabus. Flexibility study when it suits you, progress as quickly as you want over your 3 month support period. Course fees Please see our website for current course prices. You can either pay for your course in full or opt for a monthly payment plan of 3 equal payments (deposit + 2 monthly instalments). Additional Fees Please note that the AAT Membership Fees aren't included in the course price, but can be added to your payment plan. The following fees will also apply: AAT Membership Fee Level 2 AAT Exam Fee (1 exam in total) Examination Centre Fee
Course code P11 Support period 3 months from enrolment AAT student membership benefits with ICS Learn As an AAT student member with ICS Learn you will also be able to use these helpful study resources: Learning area overviews - these explain the skills and knowledge you'll develop in each learning area. E-learning - interactive audio-visual tutorials covering key learning areas of each of the course units. Green Light tests - interactive online tests to check how well you understand you re learning areas and identify where you need to do more work. They'll also give you an idea of whether you're ready for the assessment. Assessment briefings - these show you what you need to know for your assessments and help you understand the skills and knowledge that you'll be assessed on. Sample assessments - these will test your knowledge and familiarise you with the computer based assessment format. Once you have enrolled on your AAT course and if you have chosen to pay the AAT admission and membership fees directly to us, we will give you a payment code which will allow you to activate your AAT student membership. This will give you access to the full benefits AAT offer and allow you to sit your AAT assessments.