Accounting AS level

Accounting, AS-level
AS & A Level
About the Course
The AS level course begins with the basic techniques of double entry book keeping.
You will then learn how to construct profit and loss accounts and balance sheets for small businesses, and be introduced to basic costing and decision-making techniques. The A2 level course develops the AS level techniques further. You will learn how to prepare final accounts for different types of businesses, such as manufacturing organisations and limited companies, as well as different methods of costing and preparing cash flow statements.
By the end of the course you will have acquired a solid foundation of accounting principles and techniques. Students suited to this course are those with an interest in accounts, comfortable working with numbers and with a willingness to practice accounting techniques.
The course is complemented by trips to local businesses, eg Thorpe Park; visits from accounting companies; and some opportunities for work placement at a leading accounting firm.
Sage Accounts and Bookkeeping enhancement courses are also available.
Course Aims
The course aims to give you a knowledge of book keeping together with financial, cost and management accounting suitable for employment in any area of business, or for progression to higher education. It is an excellent introduction if you are considering a career in accounting.
What are the entry requirements?
How is the course assessed?
Each AS and A2 unit is assessed by written examination papers.
Fees
No Course Fees for Under 19's. Over 19's must pay, or claim Level 2 or Level 3 Entitlement for FREE courses .
What next?
A level Accounting could lead to:
• A university course in your chosen subject.
• Study for further accounting qualifications such as those offered by the AAT
• Employment in an accounts department.