AAT Level 2 Award Computerised Accounting and Sage Instant Accounts course

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1 HOME STUDY COURSES AAT Level 2 Award Computerised Accounting and Sage Instant Accounts course Web:

2 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION... 1 ABOUT THE SYLLABUS... 2 ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS... 2 ABOUT THE TUTOR SUPPORT... 3 EMPLOYERS PACK... 3 COURSE FEES... 5 HOW TO ENROL... 6 We have a team of friendly and experienced course advisors to answer any of your questions so please do not hesitate to contact the office on

3 INTRODUCTION At Premier Training we are best known for our fast track method of study. To achieve the qualification in the shortest possible time you will have: Course material delivered speedily Instant access to the tutors (during opening times) Very prompt marking and assessment of course work Very prompt tutor feedback Premier Training was established in 1998 by tutors to provide a more personal, accessible and higher quality of training for accountancy and payroll students. We are committed to offering the best support network and ensuring that students studying from home never feel alone. The tutors and course advisors are always there to help via telephone or . At Premier Training we understand the needs of adult learners and strive to do all we can to support their studies. Finding time to study is always a challenge for people with busy lives, but with our courses you can learn at your own pace whether you are at home, at work, while commuting or wherever is best for you. Premier Training is now one of the largest tuition providers in the UK. This is mainly due to our tutor support and the personal approach we have towards students and why we are often recommended by existing students on discussion forums. The support network at Premier Training is second to none. Tutors and course advisors are dedicated, patient and friendly and recognise the areas where the students need support the most. Premier Training s exam results are consistently high and always beat the national average. Therefore you are likely to pass your exams successfully and the first time! The company is a tuition provider for the following Awarding bodies: Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Sage Accounts and Payroll Home study is one of the most effective learning methods available today. Premier Training uses materials produced by the leading financial and accountancy publishers, such as Osborne Books, the Frank Wood series of books and Premier Books. We deliver all material using express couriers and it is usually delivered the next day! The study manuals are dedicated exclusively to exam success, and are written in a user-friendly style, which will help ensure that every minute of your study time is used as effectively as possible. Home study allows individuals to learn at their own pace, convenience and within their own comfort zone. You will not have to comply with a training providers rigid schedule and be dictated to by classroom based learning. You will be provided with your own timetable that will be based on your preferred pace of study and which can be changed as often as required.. 1

4 ABOUT THE SYLLABUS The Level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting is a short qualification with one unit. Developed as a stand-alone nationally recognised qualification, the Award in Computerised Accounting is perfect for those who need to get to grips with computerised accounting software and enhance their current knowledge, allowing them to use such software in the work environment. This single unit qualification is available at Level 2 on the QCF. Qualification breakdown Enter accounting data at the beginning of an accounting period Record customer transactions Record supplier transactions Record and reconcile bank and cash transactions Be able to use journals to enter accounting transactions Produce reports Maintain the safety and security of data held in the computerised accounting system Aims of the qualification On completion, students will be able to use a computerised accounting system to enter accounting transactions, perform a reconciliation, correct errors and produce a range of reports. They will also be able to maintain the security of accounting information using passwords and backup routines ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Assignments for the course are completed online via the Internet and full tutor feedback is provided by . This is to enable students to develop the skills needed to complete computer based examinations and for this you will require a computer with Internet access. You will receive instructions in your quick start guide along with log in details to access each individual online assignment. AAT Assessment AAT will assess your knowledge and understanding of the skills you ve developed by computer based project (CBP). You can take the CBP as and when you are ready, as soon as you are fully prepared. Computer based projects (CBP) are marked by your tutor who is a qualified assessor. Results are available after the project has been assessed and internally verified; usually within a few days. There are many exam centres across the UK and you will be required to pay the exam fee directly to the exam centre. It is possible to sit a CBP at your place of work if you have a suitable invigilator in place i.e. someone who is senior to you such as your line manager or Director. 2

5 Sage Online Exam The Sage 50 Certification is an online exam with Sage you can take in the comfort of your own home and is included as part of your home study course so there is no extra cost. Once you have completed the exam you will receive an from Sage confirming your result and when you have passed the exam Sage will issue you with a Sage 50 Certificate. In the unlikely event that you fail the exam you will need to pay 30 to re-book the exam and your course advisor at Premier Training will assist you with this. Premier Training will continue to support you at no further cost. Apple Mac compatibility *Sage software is not compatible with Apple Macs, unless you are running Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 via Apple s Boot Camp utility. You should be able to purchase the Apple Boot Camp Utility or similar software from the store where you purchased your computer/laptop. ABOUT THE TUTOR SUPPORT Professionally qualified, efficient, patient and friendly tutors, all with extensive teaching experience Your own personal tutor to contact if you are struggling with your studies Your own personal course advisor many of whom are currently studying Accountancy and Payroll courses and have hands on experience of managing home study with work and family commitments Instant and direct access to your tutor and course advisor teams via telephone and Monday to Friday including late evenings Mondays to Thursdays until 8pm (no queuing systems!) Assignments and a practice exam assessed by your tutor and returned promptly to ensure you are on the right track In house IT specialists to help students who are experiencing technical difficulties. Studying with us you will find the staff friendly and helpful with a great support network for students. You will receive constructive feedback and unlimited guidance and support. You will also receive a personal timetable to follow which structures your whole course work for you so you just simply follow the dates. 3

6 Our tutors are very accessible. For example, when you call, if your tutor is not available for any reason you may speak with any of the other tutors. They are qualified, experienced, patient and effective communicators so you will find that you will build a good student/teacher relationship with them all. You are also provided with a personal course advisor who is either part or fully AAT qualified so he or she is speaking from experience and can empathise with you on your journey to becoming a qualified Sage user. The office is open at the following times: Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays 9am 8pm 9am 8pm 9am 8pm 9am 8pm 9am 5pm WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE Premier Training will provide each student with all the course material specifically covering the syllabus of the AAT Computerised Accounting /Sage 50 Accounts course: Experienced and qualified personal tutor with instant and direct access during opening times Personal course advisor for extra guidance and support Three online assignments and one mock exam promptly marked by the tutors and comprehensive tutor feedback provided You will also have your own MyPTA containing revision tools, guidance notes and study aids and we are currently working on interactive videos Quick Start Guide with clear and concise step by step instructions to guide you throughout your studies Personal timetable that structures your whole course work for you keeping you motivated and on track 180 day training version of Sage 50 Accounts Study course notes covering all aspects of Sage 50 Accounts. They are easy to follow and very comprehensive. You will find screen shots throughout so that you can check you are on the right track. 4

7 COURSE FEES Fees AAT level 2 Award in Computerised Accounting / Sage Instant Accounts 299 Postage and Packaging (per level) 17 Additional fees to remember Fees AAT registration fee 40 Assessment fee 60 Please note this fee is a quote and will vary depending on the exam centre The course fee and P&P can be paid by two equal monthly instalments (four instalments if you purchased with the AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping course) at no extra charge and the first instalment will get you started immediately (UK students only). 5

8 HOW TO ENROL You can enrol regardless of academic background, nationality, age, location, sex, religion or occupation and with the determination to succeed you will gain a qualification which is internationally recognised. Over the phone: The easiest and quickest way to enrol is over the phone using a credit/debit card. This will only take a few minutes and the course advisor will complete the enrolment form for you. If you enrol Monday to Friday before 3pm you will receive all your course material the very next day (including Saturday!). On-line: Visit our website at click on enrol, click on the course title link and follow the step by step instructions. Once you have submitted the form you will receive confirmation of your order and a course advisor will contact you to advise what follows next. By post: Return your completed enrolment form with payment to: Premier Training Premier Training Centre Prince Henry Drive Queens Road North East Lincolnshire DN40 1QY Invoice employer: Simply complete the enrolment form and ask your employer to sign section 3 then fax the form to us on or scan and . We will then dispatch your study material straight away and invoice your employer. Premier Training. 6