Print this pageAAT Foundation Level
This is a professional course for people who wish to obtain an accounting qualification. It is sponsored by three main accountancy bodies and is a nationally recognised qualification.
Who is the course for?
School leavers who wish a career in accountancy
Individuals who are looking to retrain in accountancy
Individuals who have practical accounting experience but no formal qualification
What will I study?
At foundation level there are:
4 accounting units,1 computing unit,2 business knowledge units
How will I be taught?
It is taught in formal lectures with students actively encouraged to participate and to bring their own accounting knowledge and experience to lectures.
How will I be assessed?
The course is assessed by skills tests which are assessed internally and an examination which is assessed by the AAT.
Where could this course lead?
The progression is to the Intermediate level of the qualification.
Entry Requirements
There are three levels:
- Foundation
- Intermediate
- Technician
It is possible to negotiate direct entry at the intermediate level which needs to be discussed with the course manager. There are no formal entry qualifications but students must have good numeracy and communication skills. All students have an initial interview with the course manager to establish appropriate entry level.
How do I apply?
For further information, advice and to enrol, please call our Customer Liaison Team on 01935 423921, or email ucy@yeovil.ac.uk
