As the course involves processing accounting accurately using Sage Line 50 software, basic computer skills are necessary. Prior knowledge (or experience) of book-keeping / accounting is also desirable.

Areas covered include: Creating customer, supplier and nominal accounts; Processing accounting data; Knowledge of sales and purchase ledgers; Producing accounting reports; Aged creditor analysis and sales day book summaries. The college uses Sage Line 50 Accounting Software.

There is one AAT exam for you to complete at the end of the course

Please refer to the current prospectus for tuition and examination fees. A small materials cost is also charged. A resit fee of £45 applies if you are unsuccessful in your examination. You are required to register with AAT at a cost of £43.

The part-time course is one evening per week. You will need to register with AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) within 2 weeks of starting your course. You will be able to complete the necessary forms in class.

Previous convictions: Please note - When registering with AAT, you will need to declare whether you have committed any criminal convictions or had civil convictions against you. All declarations will be followed up by AAT. Serious convictions may result in you being barred from becoming an AAT registered student.

Progression: You can complete the full AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting Course. Passing your computerised accounting exam will give you an exemption from the computerised unit on that course. Alternatively, you may decide to complete separate manual book-keeping units to support your computerised skills gained.

If you meet the entry requirements for this course, please use the Register my Interest or Apply Now buttons or contact Course Advice on 01743 342333 to organise enrolment. If you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Advice Events, ring Course Advice on 01743 342 333, use our Live Chat facility or email: courseadvice@scg.ac.uk

Fees stated are for enrolment for the current academic year only. Courses which run for 2 or 3 years will be subject to further fees and possible price increases each year.