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Course overview
This will also be a useful qualification to gain if you’re a business owner wanting to confidently maintain and manage your business finances.
No matter your reasons for studying this qualification, you can be confident you’ll gain a level of knowledge that can apply in any business setting.
There are a number of career and training progression options available from this qualification. If you have a goal of working as an Accountant or Management Accountant, for example, with this qualification, you could opt to continue your studies and seek to gain a Diploma in Accounting qualification and then further consolidate your skills and take them to the top level with a Diploma in Professional Accounting.
Every business needs people with a strong grasp of figures, but these days, to be in demand, you also need to have the technical know-how to be able to input and report financial information using the latest software. Being able to provide senior management with accurate and timely reports and data analysis is crucial.
Whether you’ve already got basic skills or are venturing into the world of finance for the first time, this qualification could be the catalyst to truly launch your career in accounting.
This robust programme combines Pitman Training’s renowned practical approach to learning with industry-leading knowledge from AAT, the professional awarding body for accountancy.
* Level 2 is the equivalent of Level 4 in Ireland and Level 5 in Scotland.
CPD Points 230
(Awarded CPD points upon successful completion)
Who's It For?
This is an essential Level 2* qualification for anyone starting out on their financial career path, looking for junior/entry-level positions, such as Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, and Purchase Ledger Clerk.
What you'll learn
Not only will you gain the essential knowledge and understanding of basic accounting procedures on successful completion, you will be able to present your accounting qualification to potential employers and be confident in the knowledge that you’ve put yourself in the best possible position to climb the accounting career ladder.
This certificate programme holds valuable skills for any accounting professional. Whether working within a large or small organisation, as a consultant, or a self-employed accountant, the skills learnt here are valuable to all. Small business owners who look after their own finances will also find this course beneficial.
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
- Virtual
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Delivery
For the duration of your studies, you’ll gain access to MyAAT, the online AAT study support site, with resources, study guides, practice assessments, etc.
Support is via an AAT-qualified tutor and our team of Learner Coaches.
Once you’ve successfully completed your training, you’ll gain a Pitman Training certificate and be well placed to gain the AAT Certificate in Accounting qualification.
Entry requirements
There are no formal pre-requisites required.
Pathways
- AAT Level 3 qualification
Course features
Pitman Training diplomas are widely recognised by employers and are a signal to recruiters that you have been trained to the highest level.
With your Pitman Training diploma, you’ll be able to demonstrate that you have the essential work-ready skills needed and have been trained by the very best.
- Flexible training you can fit around work and family commitments
- Support whenever you need it from our friendly Learning Coaches
- The widely respected Pitman Training name on your CV
- The skills in demand by employers
- Confidence that you’re one step closer to your dream job, promotion or new career
Subjects
This course will help you learn the processes and procedures involved in manual bookkeeping.
You will cover the double-entry system, the basics of VAT, checking invoices for accuracy, day books, general ledger, purchase ledger and sales ledger, prompt payment discount, petty cash books, balancing ledger accounts, and many other aspects of manual bookkeeping.
The course is ideal for those who would like to work as a Bookkeeper or Accounts Assistant.
This intermediate bookkeeping course is suited to those who wish to further develop their bookkeeping skills and want to learn the correct methods and techniques to be able to confidently manage the financial records of businesses and other organisations.
Convert your manual bookkeeping skills to computerised accounts using this most popular software.is to provide you with the tools to evaluate internal controls and to recommend improvements.
This course provides an introduction to the principles of basic costing and builds a solid foundation in the knowledge and skills required for more complex costing and management accounting. You will learn the importance of the costing system as a source of information that allows management to plan, make decisions, and control costs.
You will come to understand the key differences between costing and financial accounting from a business perspective.
This course will provide knowledge and understanding of key business concepts and their practical application in the external and internal environment in which you will work.
You will gain an understanding of the legal system and principles of contract law, and also about wider issues impacting businesses, including the global economic environment in which it operates, how governments impact upon it, and the competitive nature of the global economy.
About Pitman Training
Pitman Training has led the way for growth in development and efficiency within the workplace since 1837 – when Sir Isaac Pitman invented Shorthand. Since then the business has developed to incorporate modern technologies and advances. Keeping true to the heritage of the brand, the key focus is to arm our students with the skills they need to get the jobs that they want.
Nowhere in the world offers anything like Pitman Training - because our students receive a unique combination of benefits.
Whether you're interested in secretarial, Microsoft Office, keyboard skills, book-keeping and accounting courses, IT or any of our other courses, our training is designed to help both boost your confidence and enhance your skills.
- Your CV will stand out from the crowd
Sir Isaac Pitman invented shorthand in 1837 and since then we’ve enjoyed an unrivalled reputation; highly respected by employers. When you've trained the Pitman Training way, you're already a cut above the rest. - You can train anytime, full-time or part-time
We don't have rigid course timetables with fixed terms, like many others, which means training can fit around your work and home lives. - Handy city and town centre locations
There's nothing more convenient. We're easy to get to so it's simple for you to pop in just when you need to - and we're open six days a week*. Some of our courses can also be done remotely online. - Help and support along the way
Experienced course advisors are always on hand to help. Our exceptional levels of support and guidance mean whenever you need advice or encouragement, we'll be right there by your side.
Whether you want to improve your career prospects with one of our highly respected diplomas, gain that promotion, get back to work or simply stand out from the crowd, Pitman Training can help you like nobody else can.
