Fact File Information
Course Code097110VP048
Course TitleAccounting NVQ2 AAT
FacultyFaculty of Business and Service Industries
SchoolSchool of Business Management and Tourism Studies
Start Date14 September 2009
VenueWest Suffolk College
Mode of AttendancePart Time
Length (Years)1
Weeks35
TutorAlice Forshaw
Contact NameRachel Moyes
Telephone01284 716340
Emailrachel.moyes@wsc.ac.uk
SummaryThis qualification is intended for those who are in a junior accounting position or who wish to enter the accounting field. The course also provides access to the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) at the foundation stage of the Education and Training scheme. Students who wish to become AAT members would progress to Levels 3 and 4.
QualificationsAn NVQ2 in Accounting awarded in conjunction with the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT).
Progression RoutesSuccessful students may wish to progress on to AAT Accounting NVQ3 and AAT Accounting NVQ4.
ModulesProcessing Sales and Receipts; Processing Purchases & Payments; Reconciling Accounts & Preparing Initial Trial Balance; Supplying Information for Management Control; Operate a Computerised Accounting System; Perform Effectively in the Workplace; Health, Safety & Security.
Entry RequirementsThere are no specific entry requirements but applicants must provide evidence of ability in English and maths (an example of such evidence would be GCSEs at Grade C). Alternatively, for mature students, relevant work experience will be considered.
Additional CostsAAT registration fee: currently £69, revised annually in September. Payable direct to AAT in October. AAT admission fee: single fee, currently £32.00 Examination fee (one): currently £39.00. Payable direct to AAT in March. Books: approximately £75.00
Course ContentThe qualification is gained by achievement of competence in a range of units which reflect the work of a junior accounts employee. Students will be asked to purchase a package of learning support materials, including a reference text and workbook of practice exercises. The tutor will support the learning through topics delivered to a group, plus individual tutorial sessions. Ten months is the average expected study time but some students may complete the qualification in a shorter or longer period.
ConcessionsFor Further Education Full and Part-time courses (not applicable for Higher Education courses): Students under the age of 19 on 31 August will not be charged tuition fees for the period but will pay costs incurred during the course and examination fees for subjects not part of their main course. Students may also be able to apply for an Educational Maintenance Allowance; for further information please contact Student Welfare on 01284 716319 or the EMA help line on (free phone) 080 810 16 2 19. Students aged 19 or over on 1 September will be required to pay the full fee, unless they are eligible for remission of fees under the College's concessionary arrangements, plus a College registration fee, examination and awarding body fees and all other costs incurred during the course. Separate arrangements apply for students not registered in the E.E.A. For enquiries and information on the finance of being a student, please contact Student Welfare on 01284 716319.
How to applyFor Further Education Full and Part-time courses: Applications for courses are welcome throughout the year. Wherever possible we will provide early confirmation of your place and ask you to complete the enrolment process in due course. Some places will be offered provisionally subject to achievement of examination grades, other requirements and sufficient course capacity. For more information please visit our website on www.wsc.ac.uk or complete an application form and return it to The Information Centre, West Suffolk College, Out Risbygate, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3RL. You will then be invited to visit the College to meet the staff and talk about your individual needs. Interviews usually commence from January onwards.
For Higher Education Full-time courses: Applications must be made through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). You will need to apply online via www.ucas.com. UCAS starts receiving applications for full-time courses on 1 September in the year prior to you starting your course. Ideally, your application should be with UCAS before the beginning of January of the year you are commencing study although the College normally considers later applications. The final deadline is 30 June and applications after this date are via the UCAS "clearing system".
For Higher Education Part-time courses: Applications are handled via the University Campus Suffolk web site which can be found at www.ucs.ac.uk.
For more information please telephone 01284 716333 or write to -
West Suffolk College, FREEPOST IH2445, Information Centre, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3BR


West Suffolk College operates a policy of continuous improvement some details may be subject to change. Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, but the College accepts no responsibility for errors or omissions. Prices are quoted in pounds sterling, and are correct at the time of going to print, but might be subject to change without prior notice. All prices stated are per academic year and subsequent years' study may be subject to change
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