The AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting course is your first step towards a successful accounting and finance career. You don’t need any prior experience or qualifications to enrol, making it perfect if you’re just starting out or if you need to bring useful financial knowledge to your current role.
It’s focused on giving you practical, real-world knowledge of accounting and finance that you can put to use from day one.
You'll learn the basic principles of accountancy, including double entry bookkeeping, and gain the skills you need to hold entry-level or accounting support roles.
Please note that where this course discusses legislation and policy, this will be based on UK law.
The course is accredited by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT), so it’s internationally recognised and sought-after by employers.
It's highly flexible, so you can set your own timetable and study at your own pace. You can get started right away with a small deposit, and pay the rest with an interest-free payment plan.
Plus, you’ll be supported throughout your studies by your professional AAT tutor, live online classrooms and our excellent student support team.
When you finish the AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting you'll be on your way to becoming a fully qualified Accounting Technician.
Jobs you'll be qualified for at this level include:
Accounts administrator
Accounts assistant
Accounts payable clerk
Purchase/sales ledger clerk
Trainee accounting technician
Trainee finance assistant