Access Award in Accounting Software
This course is the perfect starting point if you want to carry out basic finance and administrative duties using accounting software packages
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
The next step in your AAT journey at Derby College Group begins here – and this course is the perfect starting point if you want to carry out basic finance and administrative duties using accounting software packages.
It leads to a basic entry-level qualification (most students will start at Foundation level). You will have the chance to learn accounting software as a short course or as part of a series of courses with the Access Award in Bookkeeping, the Foundation Award in Accounting Software and the Foundation Certificate in Bookeeping. These courses can be studied back-to-back over a year or alternatively you can take individual courses based on what you want.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements, though an Entry 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Maths would be an advantage.
What will you learn?
The Access Award introduces the main features of accounting software, along with the benefits and risks of its use.
Learning objectives are:
- Understand the benefits and risks of using accounting software
- Set up accounts
- Record bank and cash transactions
- Produce reports using accounting software
How will you learn?
you will learn on-site
What will you need to bring with you?
As part of your AAT course, you will need to purchase resource/text books to aid your revision. There may also be the additional cost of registration/subscription fees and exams (which can be discussed at interview).
AEB Funded: please discuss at enrolment
Level 1
AAT Fees = £40
Books = £20 (approx)
Assessments = £70 per assessment
AAT fee and cost for first exams is included.
How will you be assessed?
Students will complete computer-based assessments.
Where next?
Further Study
Successful completion of this course could lead to further study on an AAT course or to one of our other AAT programmes.
Careers
AAT qualifications are recognised by employers as practical and technical qualifications that prepare students for the world of work and specifically for accountancy and finance roles.
The Access Award in Accounting Software can lead to employment as a:
- Cashier
- Clerical Assistant
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information contact Derby College on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
Course Information for Employers
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Career Information
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Course Information Last Updated On: October 12, 2021 2:26 pm
