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    CoursesAAT Access Qualification

    AAT Access Qualification

    The AAT access course will teach you the essential skills and key terminology that you need to get started in the accounting profession

    The new AAT access courses were introduced in January 2018 and they replaced the Level 1 courses. The latest access courses cover a variety of topics in accounting and finance including accounting software, book keeping and business skills which accompany the Foundation, Advanced and Professional qualifications available in accounting and book keeping. There are now several shorter courses which are more focused and they enable students to learn the basics, while equipping them with the skills to pursue a full AAT qualification and then progress in their career.

    AAT Courses offer students the ability to pursue an accredited route into accountancy, particularly if you have little or no experience. Studying an online course in accounting enables you to study for a professional qualification from the comfort of your own home while fitting it around your existing commitments.

    The AAT access course will teach you the essential skills and key terminology that you need to get started in this profession. Once you have completed the AAT Level 1 training you can embark on a career in accounting and progress into additional study to further develop your skills.

    AAT operates throughout the world and with 140,000 students in over 90 countries, the organisation is represented in many different levels in finance and accounting. Students who study AAT courses are from all backgrounds, including those already working in finance or accounting, small business owners and the self employed. AAT qualifications can lead to rewarding careers in the financial sector. As well as offering full courses that can result in chartered accountant status, they also offer a range of shorter courses which are designed to meet the differing requirements of students. Short courses are available on three levels; Access which is equivalent to the old AAT Level 1 courses, Foundation, Level 2 Courses and Advanced Level 3 Courses.

     

    Your learning experience with AVADO will be unique and aims to deliver the highest quality tuition to students to help you develop and use valuable work-based accountancy skills while providing plenty of opportunity to develop professionally throughout your journey on the course. During the initial stages of the course you will be introduced to a dedicated tutor who will:
    • Work with you to identify your career goals, aspirations and important considerations from the outset so you can study the course with confidence
    • Develop a personal schedule and pace for studying the course that fits in with your requirements
    • Build rapport so you know that there is always a friendly and helpful tutor available to answer queries or address concerns no matter how trivial they may seem
    Courses are accessed through the Virtual Learning Campus, an online platform containing all the required learning materials to see you through the course. The VCL can be accessed on all internet-enabled devices, including tablet and mobile. The course will provide bite-size learning content, frequent live classes, regular learning checks and practice tests, and tutor support to monitor your progress. Courses includes 24-hour access the online campus, which is accessible on mobile and tablet; a course textbook; the online units outlined below; a tutor and community team; regular online live classes; revision classes; access to AVADO’s premium Career Development Hub; and a free NUS card offering a wide range of discounts to students.
    The Level 1 courses are entry level and are designed to give you a comprehensive overview of both accounting and business skills, providing the key skills required for a career in accountancy. The AAT Access qualification covers four units:
    • Accounting in a professional environment
    This involves learning about how working practices and personal development will help individuals and businesses to achieve their goals. The unit also covers the legal framework of running a business and the impact of ethical behaviour on the management of a business.
    • Creating business documents
    Individuals will learn which documents are required within the accountancy function as well as in wider business areas.  The unit also covers the importance of effective and good quality communication, including both formal and information written communication. Individuals will also learn how to identify different types of business documents as well as understanding the appropriate style for internal and external communications.
    • Essential accounting procedures
    Unit 3 allows individuals to apply basic accounting terminology to business documents and procedures and allows individuals to understand the principles of single-entry accounting systems, which includes learning how to record business transactions, identifying coding and batch control, and preparing documents to process receipts and payments.
    • Mathematics for accounting
    In Unit 4, individuals will develop skills in a number of basic mathematical functions using financial data as well as understand basic mathematical concepts and numerical skills. The course includes 24-hour access the online campus, which is accessible on mobile and tablet; a course textbook; the four online units outlined above; a tutor and community team; regular online live classes; revision classes; access to AVADO’s premium Career Development Hub; and a free NUS card offering a wide range of discounts to students.
    If you are privately funding your studies you can pay for the course in full or pay through instalments over two or three months at no extra charge. Students can also apply for a finance option over 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 or 60 months which are available through partner Omni Capital, representative APR 16.9%. If you are an employee, AVADO can also help you to make an application for employer funding, speaking with your employer directly if you wish.
    Whether you would like to study one or all three of the Level 1 AAT Access courses, they are an effective foundation to build a career in accounting and finance. Adding our qualification to your CV will give potential employers the confidence that you are familiar with accounting procedures. This introductory course is the first step toward full AAT membership. Following on from this course you can progress onto the Foundation Certificate in Accounting which is a Level 2 course and then, if you wish proceed to study at Level 3 and 4. Once you have completed all levels you will be able to secure full membership with the AAT. Once you have studied this course, the skills and knowledge you develop can lead to junior level administrative roles in a number of different sectors. Employment can be sought as a:
    • Data Entry Clerk
    • Administrative Assistant
    • Receptionist
    • Accounts Administrator
    • Retail Assistant
    • Customer Service Advisor
    • Despatch Clerk or Warehouse Operative
    As a junior administrator, you can expect a salary of around £15,000. As a junior accounts assistant, you can expect a salary of £19,000.