AAT Level 2 Certificate & Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

Who is it for? Adult learner 19+, beginner Qualification: AAT Level 2 Certificate & Level 3 Diploma in Accounting Location: Distance Learning Start date: Ongoing Duration: 700 recommended study hours – three years' tutorial support

Jumpstart your AAT studies and gain two qualifications in one

Our AAT Intermediate Pathway course is designed to fast-track your accounting studies by combining two courses – AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting and AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting - in one affordable package. By gaining these two recognised qualifications in quick succession you will enhance your earning potential and career prospects.

Learn the theory and gain practical skills

You’ll start by covering the essential accounting skills – such as double entry bookkeeping – before moving on to more complex tasks, including the preparation of final accounts for sole traders and partnerships.

As well as learning key theoretical concepts, this course will teach you to create and maintain computerised records using Sage Instant Accounts, the world’s most popular accounting and bookkeeping software.

By gaining these two recognised qualifications in quick succession you will enhance your earning potential and career prospects.

View a short selection of our Course Content and Sample Materials for the AAT Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Accounting.

Course Snapshot

• Level 3 qualification - comparable to studying at A Level
• Accredited by the Association of Accounting Technicians
• Entry requirements: A basic qualification in mathematics or keen interest in accounting is desirable, plus an intention to progress a career
• Five units at Level 2 and seven units at Level 3
• 8 computer-based exams and 4 computer-based projects – all taken at an external centre*
• Approximately 700 recommended study hours – as this is a distance learning course you are in complete control over how much time you commit to your studies each week
• Flexible payment options available
• Offers progression to full AAT membership and a career in chartered accountancy
• It is essential that you have a PC with the Windows XP operating system or higher

What's Included?

• Three years' unlimited tutorial support
• Bespoke course materials
• Sage Instant Accounts v16 software
• Mock exams
• Exam fees
• Exam booking service
• Two years' AAT membership (required to take the exams)
• 24 hour access to the Home Learning College Virtual Learning Community
  – the UK’s biggest online campus
• Optional NUS card - the definitive student discount card with a range of exclusive discounts
• Optional access to student rewards and career management service

Students wishing to enrol on our AAT Level 2 Certificate and Level 3 Diploma must have a basic qualification in mathematics or a keen interest in accounting, plus an intention to progress a career.

Before you enrol on a Home Learning College Course, please ensure that you have read and understood the pre-requirements below:

• You have a valid UK address (students outside the UK will receive an additional postage charge).
• You are over the age of 18 or have a third party payee for any financial agreement.
• You have a solid grasp of the English language.
• You have access to a computer and the internet throughout your study period.
• You have basic PC skills in order to navigate our Virtual Learning Community.
• You are fully committed to your studies.

System Requirements

To check your computer is compatible with the software provided with this course please review our Computer Compatibility and Specification Requirements.

Did you know that one of the most common challenges people face in pursuing education is the cost?

That’s why Home Learning College has developed the most flexible payment terms of any other UK distance learning provider.

Kick Start 2012 with an Achievement Award

To help encourage a successful start to 2012, Home Learning College has set up a fund of £50,000 to encourage and reward new students.

• Make a flying start to your study in 2012, and when you complete your first assignment you will be rewarded with an Official Certificate of Achievement and award of £150 for courses with a selling price over £600 or an award of £50 for courses with a selling price under £600*.
• Plus if you are selected as one of the top five students the full costs of your course will be covered by the fund.
  What more encouragement do you need?

*The Kick Start Achievement awards apply to all courses throughout January 17, 2012 and February 14, 2012.
Kick Start 2012 Terms and Conditions

Speak to one of our course advisers for further details quoting reference KICKSTART2012.

This course covers two thirds of the full AAT Accounting Qualification, putting you in a strong position to secure a mid-level finance role, such as ledger supervisor or accounts manager.

Achieving the AAT Level 3 Diploma will also earn you 160 UCAS points, with over thirty UK universities offering exemptions onto accounting and finance related degrees for AAT Professional members.

At this point, you will be ideally placed to complete the final stage in the AAT pathway, at Level 4. This level of achievement, combined with one year’s relevant work experience, allows you to apply for full AAT membership and all the benefits that brings, including:

• Use of the letters MAAT after your name
• The opportunity to run your own accountancy practice
• Continuing professional development (CPD)
• AAT events and exclusive rates for master courses
• Online services and e-learning resources

Completing Level 4 is approximately equivalent to the first year of an honours degree, and is recognised as a non-graduate route in chartered accountancy. All UK chartered and certified accountancy bodies - including CIPFA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS and ACCA - offer generous exemptions to full AAT members.

View the AAT Accounting Technicians  career progression pathway .