Certificate in Bookkeeping with AAT

Certificate in Bookkeeping with AAT

This bookkeeping programme combines Pitman Training’s renowned practical approach to learning with industry leading knowledge from AAT, the professional body for accountancy 

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This is an essential Level 2* qualification for anyone starting out on their financial career path looking for junior/entry-level positions, such as Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, and Purchase Ledger Clerk.

Optional Qualifications and Certification*

Awarded 90 CPD points upon successful completion

* not available to those on funded or TSG-supported programmes

Start Date

Flexible

Study Type

In centre, online, or a combination

Training Type

diploma

Duration

90 hours flexi study or 4 weeks full-time

About this diploma

Programme Outline

This will also be a useful qualification to gain if you’re a business owner wanting to confidently maintain and manage your business finances.

No matter your reasons for studying this qualification, you can be confident you’ll gain a level of knowledge that can apply in any business setting.

This programme can lead to a number of careers in accountancy, such as Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, or Finance Assistant. If you’re keen to plot a definitive path for promotion, you could work towards roles such as a freelance bookkeeper and continue your studies to gain an AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping qualification.

Every business needs people with a strong grasp of figures, but these days to be in demand you also need to have the technical know-how to be able to input and report financial information using the latest software.

Whether you’ve already got basic skills or are venturing into the world of finance for the first time  this qualification could be the catalyst to truly launch your career in bookkeeping.

This robust programme Pitman Training’s renowned practical approach to learning with industry leading knowledge from AAT, the professional awarding body for bookkeeping.

* Level 2 is the equivalent of Level 4 in Ireland and Level 5 in Scotland.

Climb the Career Ladder

This is an excellent programme for those who wish to gain the skillset required to work in the financial industry. You’ll study a range of courses, including manual and computerised bookkeeping using Sage.

Not only will you gain the essential knowledge and understanding of basic accounting procedures, on successful completion you will be able to present your bookkeeping qualification to potential employers and be confident in the knowledge that you’ve put yourself in the best possible position to climb the bookkeeping career ladder.

This certificate programme holds valuable skills for any accounting professional. Whether working within a large or small organisation, as a consultant, or self-employed accountant, the skills learnt here are valuable to all. 

Small business owners who look after their own finances will also find this programme beneficial. For the duration of your studies, you’ll gain access to MyAAT, the online AAT study support site, with resources, study guides, practice assessments, etc.

Once you’ve successfully completed your training, you’ll gain a Pitman Training certificate and be well placed to gain the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping qualification.

Aims and Objectives

Packed full of practical training, the Certificate in Bookkeeping with AAT is your blueprint for building a successful career.

Courses Included

Bookkeeping - Module 1

People with strong bookkeeping skills are always in demand. This course is designed to give you an advantage over others with less experience, teaching you double-entry bookkeeping.

Bookkeeping - Module 2

This course is the second module designed to further your bookkeeping studies using the double entry system so you can keep accurate bookkeeping records.

Bookkeeping - Module 3

This third bookkeeping module covers many areas including using the journal, and year end accounts which include the profit and loss account and balance sheet.

 

Sage 50 Accounts

This Sage 50 Accounts course will help you learn how to process a business’ finances. This is essential, interactive training using this globally recognised accounting software.

Pre-Requisites

There are no formal pre-requisites required.

Finance Options

Wherever possible our training is tailored to your needs. The cost of our training programmes depend on the course(s) you choose and varies according to duration and breadth. Rest assured we have a number of payment options available to ensure the cost of training is affordable and can be worked alongside your other financial commitments. Common ways people fund their training include: - 

 

Self-Funded: 

  • Flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost* available at many of our centres;
  • You could opt to pay upfront.

 

 

Company Funded:

Requesting funding from your employers needn’t be a daunting task. Many employers support and encourage their employees with their professional development and consider it a worthwhile investment to fund any training required.

What we can help with:

  • Providing a comprehensive training programme outlining learning outcomes
  • Tailored personnel letters
  • Communication with finance departments to arrange payment options (upfront or payment plan*).

* Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to a Course Advisor for full information on the options available to you.

 

 

Career Path

This programme is ideal if you’re looking for a career in finance, working as an Accounts Assistant or Bookkeeper. From here, you could progress to undertake the AAT Level 3 qualification, which could lead to a career as a freelance bookkeeper and gain AATQB status (AAT qualified bookkeeper).

Additional Information

Certificate in Bookkeeping with AAT Training Centres

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Carlow Pitman Training Carlow, Unit 1, Deerpark Business Complex, Dublin Road, Carlow Enquire &
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Clare Pitman Training Clare, Unit 10, Tracklands Business Park, Ennis, Co. Clare Enquire &
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Galway Pitman Training Galway, Centrepoint, Liosban Business Park, Tuam Road, Galway Enquire &
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Kerry Pitman Training Kerry, 2nd Floor Davcon Building, Monavalley Business Park, Tralee, Co. Kerry Enquire &
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Kildare Pitman Training Kildare, Monread Shopping Centre, Monread Road, Naas Enquire &
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Laois Pitman Training Laois, Kea-Lew Business Park, Mountrath Road, Portlaoise, Co Laois, Enquire &
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Limerick Pitman Training Limerick, Unit 8 Chapel Court, Cathedral Place, Limerick Enquire &
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Mullingar Pitman Training Mullingar, Castle House, Castle Street, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, Enquire &
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Sligo Pitman Training Sligo, Abbey House, JFK Parade, Sligo Enquire &
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Waterford Pitman Training Waterford, Unit 630C, Northern Extension, IDA Business Park, Cleaboy Road, Waterford Enquire &
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Wexford Pitman Training Wexford, Unit 10, Westpoint Business Park, Clonard, Wexford Town Enquire &
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Wicklow Pitman Training Wicklow, 10 Bullford Business Campus, Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow Enquire &
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Carlow
Pitman Training Carlow, Unit 1, Deerpark Business Complex, Dublin Road, Carlow R93 K409
Clare
Pitman Training Clare, Unit 10, Tracklands Business Park, Ennis, Co. Clare V95 F3C5
Cork
Pitman Training Cork, Unit 4, Airport East Business & Technology Park, Cork T12 KW88
Dublin
Pitman Training Dublin, 3 Westland Square, Pearse Street, Dublin D02 N567
Dundalk
Pitman Training Dundalk, First Floor, Ramparts Shopping Centre, The Ramparts, Dundalk, Co Louth A91 R820
Galway
Pitman Training Galway, Centrepoint, Liosban Business Park, Tuam Road, Galway H91 RYD2
Kerry
Pitman Training Kerry, 2nd Floor Davcon Building, Monavalley Business Park, Tralee, Co. Kerry V92 XY58
Laois
Pitman Training Laois, Kea-Lew Business Park, Mountrath Road, Portlaoise, Co Laois, R32 W0DT
Limerick
Pitman Training Limerick, Unit 8 Chapel Court, Cathedral Place, Limerick V94 F6K2
Mullingar
Pitman Training Mullingar, Castle House, Castle Street, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, N91 Y896
Kildare
Pitman Training Kildare, Monread Shopping Centre, Monread Road, Naas W91 YR12
Sligo
Pitman Training Sligo, Abbey House, JFK Parade, Sligo V94 YH6Y
Dublin-Swords
Pitman Training Dublin-Swords, Chamber Buildings, North Street, Swords, Co.Dublin K67 A347
Waterford
Pitman Training Waterford, Unit 630C, Northern Extension, IDA Business Park, Cleaboy Road, Waterford X91 X7FV
Wexford
Pitman Training Wexford, Unit 10, Westpoint Business Park, Clonard, Wexford Town Y35 YX60
Wicklow
Pitman Training Wicklow, 10 Bullford Business Campus, Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow A63 TP65

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