Naomi Roberts
Accountancy Apprentice
Naomi Roberts is an Accountancy Apprentice at Moore & Smalley.
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This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom, referred to as Online and On Campus.
This Level 2 course is part-funded, so the cost for students is reduced. On successful completion of this course, you may be eligible for a fully funded Level 3 course. Please see information on progression below.
Classroom attendance at college is weekly for weeks 1-3 then fortnightly. The Certificate in Bookkeeping runs for 17-18 weeks alongside the Certificate in Accounting.
What will I learn?
This qualification will prepare you for junior and entry level accounting roles. It delivers a solid foundation in finance administration - covering areas such as double entry bookkeeping.
On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded an AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping. This internationally recognised AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) qualification enables those working in accounting or those looking to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical experience and the all-important certification often sought by employers.
Units of study The Level 2 course modules are:
- Introduction to bookkeeping
- Principles of bookkeeping Study method
Online and On Campus
We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this course through our flexible Online and On Campus model. Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer - meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Lessons last for around 45 minutes and are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help to enhance the learning experience further, and learners should expect to spend around 4-5 hours studying independently online each week with access to Tutor support. On campus, from week 5 you benefit from attending regular face-to-face fortnightly classes with a college tutor. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your online lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Regular discussion with classmates will help to reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from being part of a group.
How will I be assessed?
This course is assessed through computer-based exams and a synoptic assessment, which draws on and assesses knowledge and understanding from across the qualification.
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The AAT has been changing lives for over 40 years, with their practical accounting qualifications that are in demand from employers around the world. Now they're offering a unique opportunity to change your life too, with all your costs covered.
Find out more at www.aat.org.uk/qualifications-and-courses/fees-funding/bursary
Entry Requirements
You don't need any experience of working in accounts to study AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping. There are no specific academic entry requirements, but you do need good English, maths and IT skills. Most importantly you need to be committed to the course and a willingness to learn.
In addition to the course fees, students need to join the AAT as a student member. This costs GBP65 and is payable directly to AAT. This gives you access to AAT online resources and must be paid at the start of your course.
The course fee includes your tuition for the academic year and exam entry fees. Additional charge will be made for any resits required (GBP60 per resit). The course cost includes printed course notes. Students are encouraged to purchase text books (offered at a discounted rate) to support out of class study.
Students must complete the course in the academic year.
After Your Course
AAT qualifications are much sought after by employers, and the bookkeeping qualification is an excellent way to gain the knowledge to start a new flexible career. On completion of this course, you may progress into employment in the industry or work for yourself. Some students who complete AAT level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping progress onto the full AAT level 2 course (with exemptions).
On completion you may decide to do the accounts for your own business, start a career in bookkeeping or apply for roles such as finance assistant, payroll clerk, sales ledger clerk, purchase ledger clerk or trainee accountant.
Fees
£750.00
The current fee information is related to the 2025/26 academic year.
The fee displayed is the course fee. Course fees are charged per course for part-time students. There is the opportunity to pay in instalments if your course has a duration of 15 weeks or over. Please get in touch with Student Services for more information.There may be additional costs associated with this course, including kits, equipment, books, and travel expenses. Financial support may be available to support you with these. See our Student Money pages for more information.
You may qualify for financial support to cover the cost of this government-funded qualification if any of the below apply to you:
- You are aged 16 to18 on 31st August of the relevant academic year and are not studying at another school or college
- Have a gross annual income of less than GBP25,000 (means-tested benefit or salary)
- Have a household income under GBP35,000 and are in financial hardship (bursary funding)
If your employer is paying the course fee and would like to be invoiced, please let us know.
