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Level 2

Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprenticeship L2 Standard

COURSE OVERVIEW

This is a blended learning apprenticeship programme which consists of day release at Crawley College (RH101NR) one day per month (week 1). The remainder of the programme will be via self directed learning using an online resource ‘Mindful Education’ and a online lesson via Microsoft Teams (week 3). The apprenticeship includes The AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting which is an ideal starting point for anyone wishing to pursue a career in accountancy or finance. The qualification covers a range of foundation accounting and finance skills in five mandatory units.

  • Bookkeeping Transactions
  • Bookkeeping Controls
  • Elements of Costing
  • Work Effectively in Finance
  • Using Accounting Software

Students completing this qualification will develop accountancy skills in double-entry bookkeeping which give an understanding of purchases, sales and general ledgers as well as basic costing. In addition, students will learn to use Sage accounting software. This course develops the professional skills and behaviours needed to contribute effectively in the workplace. Working in accountancy requires good communication skills, IT skills and an understanding of the business environment, all of which are covered by this qualification.

Apprentices also meet regularly with their own assessor/coach who will support them to prepare for the End Point Assessment.

FURTHER INFORMATION

This course is suitable for those aged over 16 on the start date of their studies.

Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level with 5 passes at grade A-C/4-9, or level 2 in Basic/Functional Skills.

However apprentices without Level 1 English and maths will need to achieve this level and taken the test for level 2 prior to taking their end point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeships English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3. British Sign Language qualifications are an alternative to English qualifications for whom this is their primary language

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