Accounting

Open For Applications: Yes
Who is it for?:

The Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting offers technical training in accounting and is ideal for anyone wishing to pursue or progress their career in accountancy or finance.

The purpose of the Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting is to enhance the skills developed from the Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, enabling students to maximise opportunities in their current or new employment. By studying for this qualification, students will acquire professional accountancy and finance skills that will be useful throughout their careers, including:

  • drafting financial statements for limited companies
  • having the knowledge and skills to use complex management accounting techniques
  • the ability to analyse accounting systems and their associated controls
  • having knowledge and skills in specialist accountancy and finance subjects.


Once qualified, and having met AAT’s criteria, students can apply for full AAT membership, which will allow them to use the designatory letters MAAT after their name.

However, the primary and most important outcome of the Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting is that it can lead to a wide variety of well-paid accountancy and finance jobs, some of which include: • Professional Accounting Technician • Assistant Auditor • Assistant Management Accountant • Commercial Analyst • Payroll Manager • Senior Bookkeeper • Senior Financial Officer • Accounts Payable and Expenses Supervisor • Assistant Financial Accountant • Cost Accountant • Fixed Asset Accountant • Indirect Tax Manager • Payments and Billing Manager • Senior Fund Accountant • Senior Insolvency Administrator • Tax Supervisor • VAT Accountant.
Entry Requirements:

The Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting qualification will suit those who:

  • have completed the Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and who would like to continue to build their accounting skills
  • are already working in finance and would like a formal recognition of their skills
  • would like to go on to become an AAT full member and/or study for chartered accountant status
  • would like to start their own business through the AAT licensed members scheme.


You will need GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English or the willingness to work towards them.

International Students: You will need to have reached a certain standard of spoken English. Please see our ESOL course and refer to the Course Specification for the IELTS requirement for your individual course.
What does the course involve?:

The Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting covers high-level accounting and finance topics and tasks. Students will look at and become comfortable with a wide range of financial management skills and applications, and will gain competencies in drafting financial statements for limited companies, recommending accounting systems strategies and constructing and presenting complex management accounting reports.

Units Studied

Assessment

Applied Management Accounting

End of unit assessment

Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements

End of unit assessment

Internal Accounting Systems and Controls

End of unit assessment

Business Tax (option)

End of unit assessment

Audit and Assurance (option taken by all)

End of unit assessment

Credit and Debt Management. (option)

End of unit assessment

Students choose to take Business Tax or Credit and Debt Management.
How is the course assessed?:

All assessments in the qualification will be computer-based assessments (CBAs). CBAs are an up-to-date method of assessment that directly reflect the practical tasks that you currently perform or will be performing in the workplace. 

You will be graded as an overall Pass, Merit or Distinction at the end of your qualification. The pass mark for each exam is 70%.
How much does it cost?:

Please refer to the college website for up to date tuition fees. An indication of course costs for you to consider are:

  • Tuition Fees £2,090
  • Exam Fees £315
  • Books £114
  • AAT Membership Fees £240


The course is eligible for a 19+ Advanced Learning Loan. For fee enquiries please contact course advice on 01743 342333.
Additional Notes:

There is nothing to stop you progressing on to even higher accounting qualifications such as ACCA (Associations of Chartered Certified Accountant), ACA (Institute of Chartered Accountants England and Wales) or CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants). 

To ensure success in your course, you will be expected to commit to significant home study as well as attendance to college. We generally recommend a minimum of 6 hours per week.

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.
Further Information:

All learners will be interviewed prior to enrolment to give an opportunity to ask questions and to ensure suitability.

Open For Applications: Yes
Who is it for?:

The AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting offers technical training in accounting and is ideal for anyone wishing to pursue a career in accountancy and finance.

The purpose of the Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is to provide students with the specialist knowledge and skills required for progress to employment in an accounting or finance role, or to further study in accountancy and finance.

This qualification is a progression route for students who have achieved the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting or Bookkeeping.  It’s also suitable for those who have already started their journey studying a related subject and are looking to develop their skills in accounting or for those who have already started working in finance and who have a need and desire to attain formal recognition of their skills

The Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is suitable for 16–19-year-old students in an apprenticeship. It is also suited to adult students, career changers and those seeking to further develop their knowledge and skills in this occupational area.
Entry Requirements:

It is expected that students will have successfully completed the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, the Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping or have some other recognised finance/accounting qualification. Alternatively, we do accept students who have gained sufficient accounting experience in their place of work. 
What does the course involve?:

Units

Assessment

Tax Processes for Business

Computer-based exam

Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements

Computer-based exam

Management Accounting Techniques

Computer-based exam

Business Awareness

Computer-based exam
How is the course assessed?:

All assessments in the qualification will be computer-based assessments (CBAs). CBAs are an up-to-date method of assessment that directly reflect the practical tasks that you currently perform or will be performing in the workplace.

The results for exams are immediate for the Tax Processes for Business and Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements modules. The results for the Management Accounting Techniques and Business Awareness modules take five to six weeks. You are graded as an overall Pass, Merit or Distinction once all assessments are complete.  The pass mark is 70% for each assessment.
How much does it cost?:

Books

A book list will be provided before the course starts for you to order your books directly from BPP

Costs

Tuition fees:                         £1,835 (payable by https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan )

Exam fees:                           £244 payable to college at enrolment

Books:                                  £97

AAT Subscription                 £228 (payable directly to AAT)

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Additional Notes:

If you have achieved Level 3, you may be eligible for entry on to AAT Level 4 or Higher Level Apprenticeships, HND and/or a BA Degree. If you opt to take Level 4, you will be able to apply for full membership on completion of the examinations and after demonstrating key competencies and experience. You can then progress on to higher accounting qualifications such as ACCA (Associations of Chartered Certified Accountant), ACA (Institute of Chartered Accountants England and Wales) or CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants).

Successful completion of Level 3 will depend on a high level of commitment from students. This course requires significant homestudy between lessons, we generally recommend 6 hours per week.

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.
Further Information:

Commitment

Successful completion of Level 3 will depend on a high level of commitment from students.  This course requires significant home study between lessons, we generally recommend 6 hours per week.
Other details:

What Will This Qualification Lead To?

This qualification is part of a suite of AAT qualifications available to students that offer both horizontal and vertical progression channels.  Completion of this qualification can provide progression onto the Associate Bookkeeping membership, where students will gain professional

recognition with the designatory letters AATQB.  Students may also progress onto Professional level and become a full member of AAT upon achieving the associated membership criteria.

Skills developed through this qualification could lead to employment as:

          Accounts Assistant                          Accounts Payable                            Audit Trainee

          Assistant Accountant                       Credit Controller                             Finance Assistant

          Finance Officer                               Payroll Supervisor                            Senior Bookkeeper

          Tax Assistant                                  Accounts Payable & Expenses Supervisor

AAT does not set any prerequisites for the study of the AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting. However, for the best chance of success, we recommend that students have completed the Foundation Certificate in Accounting or have relevant work experience alongside a good standard of English and maths. If students do have any other relevant school or college qualifications, a degree, or some accounting experience, these may in certain circumstances entitle students to claim exemptions.

Open For Applications: Yes
Who is it for?:

Within this accountancy Apprenticeship there are various job roles which would be applicable such as:

  • Assistant Accountant
  • Trainee Accounting
  • Technician
  • Accounts Clerk
  • Cashier Finance Assistant
  • Purchase Ledger Clerk
  • Sales Ledger Clerk

An Assistant Accountant provides support to internal and external customers and will work predominantly either as an assistant accountant within practice or alternatively within the finance function of an organisation. Part of the role must involve assisting in the day to day financial activities such as data entry to month end management accounts and/or year-end financial statements. In addition, the Assistant Accountant may find themselves involved in regulatory financial requirements such as the completion of VAT returns or assisting in the preparation of tax computations.
Entry Requirements:

In order to complete this accounting Apprenticeship, you will be expected to complete an initial assessment in maths and English to ensure you are at a suitable level to work towards this qualification. To apply for this Apprenticeship, you must have obtained both Maths and English at a Grade 4 or above, prior to enrolment onto this course.
What does the course involve?:

For a comprehensive understanding of this programme and what it entails, please click here.
How is the course assessed?:

This accountancy Apprenticeship is taught at our London Road Campus on a day release basis once a week with exams throughout the year. In addition, you will be expected to produce a portfolio of work-based evidence which is reviewed in the workplace every 12 weeks with the College and your employer. You will be required to sit an End Point Assessment, towards the final stages of your programme, to ensure you have obtained the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to carry out your role effectively.
Additional Notes:

Previous convictions: Please note - when registering with AAT, you will need to declare whether you have 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.
What do I do next?:

To be an accounting apprentice you will need an employer who can offer you work and release you for your training. Once you have an employer in place, you can apply online. If after reading this fact sheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Advice Events, ring the Apprenticeship Team on 01743 260400 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Open For Applications: Yes
Who is it for?:

Examples of roles as a Professional Accounting/Tax Technician include, but are not limited to:

  • Assistant Auditor
  • Assistant Management Accountant
  • Assistant Financial Accountant
  • Accounts Payable and Expenses Supervisor
  • Commercial Analyst
  • Payroll Manager
  • Senior Bookkeeper
  • Senior Financial Officer
  • Tax Investigations Officer
  • Personal Tax Assistant and Business Tax Assistant.

Individuals in the role of a Professional Accounting/Tax Technician will have responsibility for creating, and / or verifying and reviewing, accurate and timely financial information within the organisation in which they are employed or on behalf of another organisation. This will be performed in order to meet relevant ethical, professional and legal standards, and will utilise the individual’s knowledge of the business systems and processes, as well as standard accounting and tax practices. This role may exist in an accounting practice, a professional services company, HMRC or the accounting function of a business or other organisation.
Entry Requirements:

In order to complete this accounting Apprenticeship, you will be expected to complete an initial assessment in Maths and English to ensure you are at a suitable level to work towards this qualification. To apply for this Apprenticeship, you must have obtained both Maths and English at a Grade 4 or above, prior to enrolment onto this course and completed up to and including a Level 3 qualification in Accounting.
What does the course involve?:

For a comprehensive understanding of this programme and what it entails, please click here.
How is the course assessed?:

This accountancy Apprenticeship is taught at our London Road Campus on a day release basis once a week with exams throughout the year. In addition, you will be expected to produce a portfolio of work-based evidence which is reviewed in the workplace every 12 weeks with the College and your employer. You will be required to sit an End Point Assessment, towards the final stages of your programme, to ensure you have obtained the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to carry out your role effectively.
Additional Notes:

Typically, this takes 18 months to complete.
What do I do next?:

To be an accounting apprentice you will need an employer who can offer you work and release you for your training. Once you have an employer in place, you can apply online. If after reading this fact sheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Advice Events, ring the Apprenticeship Team on 01743 260400 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Open For Applications: No
Who is it for?:

The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is ideal for anyone wishing to study accountancy and finance alongside a range of complementary business and personal skills. The purpose of the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is to offer the fundamental knowledge and relevant transferable skills needed to progress to employment or further study in accountancy and finance.
Entry Requirements:

There are no formal entry requirements but strong numeracy and literacy skills are essential. 

Students should choose the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting if they’re interested in developing transferable business and personal skills alongside their core accountancy skills. This qualification may also be valuable for those entering the workplace for the first time or for those changing careers who would like additional support in upskilling to enter, or re-enter, a business environment. AAT qualifications benefit from being globally recognised and they’re valued by leading employers, from small high street businesses to large accountancy firms.
What does the course involve?:

The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting covers a broad range of core accounting skills, alongside relevant business and personal skills. Key themes have also been introduced throughout the suite of accounting qualifications, including technology, ethics, sustainability and communication.

Units Studied

Assessment

Introduction to Bookkeeping

End of unit assessment

Principles of Bookkeeping Controls

End of unit assessment

Principles of Costing

End of unit assessment

The Business Environment.

End of unit assessment in synoptic assessment

Working in accountancy requires good communication skills, information technology (IT) skills and an understanding of the business environment, as well as an understanding of daily finance/accounting functions. The purpose of this qualification is to ensure that students are well-rounded and well prepared to progress into a career in business, finance, professional accountancy, or into further education.

This qualification will develop accountancy skills and knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing, as well as purchase, sales, and general ledgers. Students will learn more about accounting software, and effective, professional conduct in the workplace. In addition, students are introduced to elements of commercial law that might have an impact on them when working in accountancy, such as contract law, employment law and company law. This is also an opportunity for personal professional development through lifelong learning.
How is the course assessed?:

All assessments in the qualification will be computer based assessments (CBAs). CBAs are an up-to-date method of assessment that directly reflect the practical tasks that you currently perform or will be performing in the workplace. 

You will be graded as an overall Pass, Merit or Distinction at the end of your qualification.  The pass mark for each exam is 70%.

 
How much does it cost?:

Tuition fees:                                           £472 

Exam fees:                                             £245

Book costs:                                            £91

We will be ordering books from BPP on your behalf.  You will be able to collect books from your tutor when you start the course. You can pay for these via RemsPay once the course has started.

AAT Student Membership Fees:           £172

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Additional Notes:

To ensure success in your course, you will be expected to commit to significant home study as well as attendance at college. We generally recommend a minimum of 4 hours per week.

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.

The course begins w/c 14th September. There will be 2 groups (please indicate your preference when you enrol):

Group A (PLR2ACT001-2223A)  Wednesday 14th September 2022  9:15 - 14:30

Group B (PLR2ACT001-2223B)  Thursday 15th September 2022  9:15 - 14:30

 
Further Information:

The accountancy and business skills developed by studying this qualification will enable a student to seek employment with confidence and/or to progress to the next level of learning. A student completing this qualification will develop skills in double-entry bookkeeping and will understand how to use journals, control accounts and a trial balance. Students will also gain an understanding of accounting software packages, how to process financial information in accordance with company procedures and schedules, and how to provide information to colleagues, suppliers and/or customers as required. Skills developed through this qualification could lead to employment as:

  • an Accounts Administrator or an Accounts Assistant
  • an Accounts Payable Clerk or a Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk
  • a Trainee Accounting Technician or a Trainee Finance Assistant
Other details:

Tutor Contact Details - Nicola Perry – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
What do I do next?:

To enrol please call the Part-Time Admissions Team on (01743) 342333. All learners will be interviewed prior to enrolment to give an opportunity to ask questions and to ensure suitability.

Open For Applications: Yes
Who is it for?:

Manual bookkeeping underpins all accountancy and finance roles. The Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping provides an ideal entry point for anyone wishing to start a career in accountancy or finance. It may also support career progression for those already in employment by formally recognising their skills in manual bookkeeping. The qualification is open to people whether they are working in finance, returning to work after a break, wishing to change career, or not currently in employment. 

Studying this qualification will help students to develop a strong foundation of bookkeeping knowledge and skills in their current work and beyond. Successful completion of this course will give students greater confidence in bookkeeping, and it will also show them how tasks are automated through the use of accounting software.

This qualification may support people in entering employment or in improving their career prospects. It could also prove to be invaluable for those running their own business.
Entry Requirements:

There are no formal entry requirements but strong numeracy and literacy skills are essential.

Students who wish to build and develop their practical skills quickly should choose the Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping.

 
What does the course involve?:

The purpose of the Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping is to ensure that students have the solid bookkeeping skills necessary for most finance roles.

Units Studied

Assessment

Introduction to Bookkeeping

End of unit assessment

Principles of Bookkeeping Controls

End of unit assessment

This qualification will develop practical accountancy skills in the double entry bookkeeping system and in the use of associated documents and processes. Students will be able to check transactions for accuracy, make entries in appropriate books and ledgers, and calculate sales invoices and credit notes. They will also cover more complex bookkeeping procedures, including dealing with VAT, reconciliation and trial balances, and will develop their understanding of the relationship between the various accounting records.

 
How is the course assessed?:

All assessments in the qualification will be computer-based assessments (CBAs). CBAs are an up-to-date method of assessment that directly reflect the practical tasks that you currently perform or will be performing in the workplace. 

You will be graded as an overall Pass, Merit or Distinction at the end of your qualification.  The pass mark for each exam is 70%.
How much does it cost?:

Costs

Tuition fees:                                              £362 

Exam fees:                                               £120

Book costs:                                              £45

We will be ordering books from BPP on your behalf.  You will be able to collect books from your tutor when you start the course. You can pay for these via REMSPay once the course has started.

AAT Student Membership Fees:              £65

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Additional Notes:

Commitment - To ensure success in your course, you will be expected to commit to significant home study as well as attendance to college. We generally recommend a minimum of 4 hours per week.

Tutor Contact Details - Nicola Perry – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

All learners will be interviewed prior to enrolment to give an opportunity to ask questions and to ensure suitability.
Further Information:

What will this qualification lead to? - The skills developed by studying this qualification will enable a student to seek employment with confidence and/or to progress to the next level of learning. A student completing this qualification will develop the underpinning skills required in all accountancy and finance roles. They will use bookkeeping skills to confidently perform accounting transactions and understand how to process financial information in accordance with set procedures and schedules. This qualification can lead to further study in bookkeeping or accountancy or to employment as:

  • a Clerical Assistant or a Trainee Bookkeeper
  • an Accounts Clerk or a Finance Assistant or an Accounts Administrator

Grades - You will be graded as an overall Pass, Merit or Distinction at the end of your qualification.  The pass mark for each exam is 70%.

Open For Applications: No
Who is it for?:

The AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping develops existing skills and knowledge at Foundation Level to an advanced level for anyone wishing to continue or pursue a career in bookkeeping. 

This qualification is suitable for those who have completed the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting or Bookkeeping and may help students already working in a bookkeeping role to progress by offering them formal recognition of their skills. The AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping is open to those who are working and those who are not currently in employment.

This is also a useful route for learners who want to set up as independent bookkeepers, upon completion of all exams learners gain qualified bookkeeper status (AATQB).
Entry Requirements:

It is expected that students will have successfully completed the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting Course or have some other recognised finance / accounting qualification. Alternatively, we do accept students who have gained sufficient accounting experience in their place of work.

AAT does not set any prerequisites for the study of the AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping. However, for the best chance of success, we recommend that students begin their studies with a good standard of English and Maths. If students do have any other relevant school or college qualifications, a degree or some accounting experience, these may in certain circumstances entitle students to claim exemptions.
What does the course involve?:

Units

Assessment

Tax Process for Businesses

Computer based exam

Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements

Computer based exam

The results for exams are immediate.
How is the course assessed?:

All assessments in the qualification will be computer based assessments (CBAs). CBAs are an up to date method of assessment that directly reflect the practical tasks that you currently perform or will be performing in the workplace. CBAs offer you greater flexibility as you can take these assessments as and when you are ready and with the agreement of your tutor. Also, as many CBAs can be marked automatically, you will get a provisional result straight away.

Grades:

The pass mark is 70%. You will be issued a report which indicates how well you performed in the exam along with a ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’ grade.

Re-sits:

Your enrolment entitles you to one exam per unit, any resits are chargeable at £60 each
How much does it cost?:
  • Tuition Fees                          £1,180
  • Exam Fees                            £120
  • AAT Student Membership     £90
  • Books                                    £45.60

All course costs are waived for students aged 18 years and under.

The course is eligible for a 19+ Advanced Learning Loan and other fee waivers may be available for students aged 19-23. For students aged 19+, financial assistance may be available through the College towards the cost of books and AAT registrations.

For fee enquiries please the Part-Time Admissions Team on 01743 342333.
Additional Notes:

If you have achieved at Level 3, you may be eligible for entry on to AAT Level 4 or Higher Level Apprenticeships, HND and/or a BA Degree. If you opt to take Level 4, you will be able to apply for full membership on completion of the examinations and after demonstrating key competencies and experience. You can then progress on to higher accounting qualifications such as ACCA (Associations of Chartered Certified Accountant), ACA (Institute of Chartered Accountants England and Wales) or CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants). 

Successful completion of Level 3 will depend on a high level of commitment from students.  This course requires significant home study between lessons, we generally recommend 4 hours per week.

Previous convictions: Please note - When registering with AAT, you will need to declare whether you have 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. 

 

 
Other details:

Tutor

Donna Lester – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

To enrol or to arrange an interview please call course advice on 01743 342333

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