Level 2 Accountancy

Course Overview

Course Type:

Full Time

Available at:

Eastleigh

Course Area:

Business Finance & Travel

Course Duration:

1 Year

Available at:

Eastleigh

The Course in Detail

Are you interested in understanding businesses, governments, and individuals manage money? You might enjoy a rewarding career in accounting.

This career path requires good communication abilities, computer skills and an enjoyment of working with maths and numbers. This course will provide you with essential skills and knowledge for your future career, including:

• Using Accounting Software

• Spreadsheets

• Payroll

• Mathematics for Accounting

• Creating Business Documents

• Bookkeeping Transactions

• Bookkeeping Controls

• Elements of Costing

You will also take on a work experience placement to give you real practical experience and help you to make important connections within the industry.

Entry Requirements & Progression

What You'll Need

You will need four GCSEs at grades 3-9, or equivalent (including English and maths).

This Could Lead to

Once successfully completed you may be able to progress to the T Level Legal, Finance & Accounting or T Level Business Management & Administration.

Alternatively, you can progress to entry level employment, or an apprenticeship in accountancy and finance. Possible job roles include:

Accounts administrator
Accounts assistant
Payroll assistant
Purchase/sales ledger clerk
Trainee accounting technician
Trainee finance assistant

Availability & Enrolment

College Life & Student Support Services

College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.

Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.