L2 Foundation Certificate In Accounting
Thinking about a career in finance but not sure where to start? Want to gain practical accounting skills that open doors to better opportunities?
The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting course gives you the solid foundation you need to take your first real step into the world of finance. You can study the course in person in the classroom over 1 academic year or online in the evening with planned lessons via teams and online self-paced learning. Whichever method you chose you will be required to attend college for exams.
On completion of the course, you will have gained foundation knowledge needed to progress into employment or further study.
- Course Information
- Course Code
- XDC2ACC
- Validated By
- AAT
- Price
- *£918 none devolved council area / £1836 devolved council area
- Attendance Pattern
- Daytime or Evening
- Course Level
- Level 2
- Study Mode
- Blended - In person/Online
- Age Group
- Adults (19+)
- Course Duration
- 35 weeks
- Overview
*Funding Information
The course may be free of charge if you fit one of the following criteria (none devolved council area):
- Unemployed in receipt of a recognised state benefit
- Low Wage (Earning below £25,750 annual gross salary)
Payment options:
- Pay in full
- 4 x equal consecutive payments
- Sponsor
Delivery method:
Daytime class – Fully delivered in the classroom over 1 academic year.
Evening class – Planned lesson on site at the start of every module; then online self-paced. You will also be required to attend college to sit exams.
Sessions available:
Start End Day Session Time Venue Sep-2026 Jun-27 Tues Evening 16: 30 – 20:30 Langdale Road, Leyland / Online Evening class – Planned lesson on site at the start of each module (a timetable will be issued at the start of the course); then online self-paced. You will also be required to attend college to sit exams. Start End Day Session Time Venue Sep-2026 Jun-27 Wed Day 09:15 – 13:15 Langdale Road, Leyland Daytime class – Fully delivered in the classroom. Important Information
- Learners will need to purchase an AAT membership on top of their course fees. Total membership price is currently £187 (Price correct as of 01/10/25).
- Daytime class – Learners will need to purchase books for this course; this information will be provided by the tutors at the start of the course (also available in the library).
- Evening online class – No purchase of books required as all course materials are provided through the online platform.
- Entry Requirements
Students must be aged 19+ and have GCSE English & maths grade C/4 and above or, Level 2 Functional Skills English & maths.
- How will I be assessed?
Practical computer-based assessment that are sat periodically throughout the year.
- Progression Pathway
On successful completion of this course, you can progress to Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting
Career opportunities:
- Accounts administrator/assistant
- Accounts payable clerk
- Bookkeeper
- Payroll administrator/officer
- Purchase/sales ledger clerk
- Tax assistant/trainee
- Tax accounts technician
- Programme Specification
Course units:
- Introduction to Bookkeeping
- Principles of Bookkeeping
- Principles of Costing
- The Business Environment Synoptic Assessment
You will learn:
- Foundation knowledge needed to progress into employment or further study in accountancy and finance as well as business and personal skills that are transferable to any sector plus additional business knowledge relevant to accountancy.
- Developing skills in double-entry bookkeeping.
- Understand how to use journals, control accounts, and a trial balance.
- Gain understanding of accounting software packages and how to process financial information in accordance with company procedures and schedules.
- How to provide information to colleagues, suppliers and customers as required.
- Health, Safety & Well-Being
Runshaw College is committed to ensuring you have a happy, successful and productive time with us – ensuring your health, safety and well-being is at the heart of everything we do.
We proactively encourage the disclosure of any disabilities or issues which may impact on your learning experience – this can be at interview, enrolment, or at any other stage during your studies. Any information you disclose will be held in strict confidence and will be used to assess your in-class support needs and inform a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) to ensure your safe evacuation from the College in the event of an emergency. If you would like further information, please contact Course Enquiries on 01772 642040.
- National Careers Service
For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please follow this link to the National Careers Service.
- FAQs - Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
I do not have my GCSE/Functional Skills English, can I still study the course?
No, due to the complexity of the course; you must have GCSE or Functional Skills.
Evening online course – do I have to live locally to Runshaw College to enrol to this course?
As part of the course requirements, you will be expected to attend college in person for the planned lessons and to sit the exams. Therefore, it is essential that you can travel to the site when needed.
Evening online course – as this is an online self-paced course can I enrol any time through the year and catch up?
No, the module exam dates are set externally by the awarding body and must be completed within one academic year. If you enrol after the start date you may miss the exams.
Do classes take place throughout the year?
No, Runshaw College observes term times in line with local education. A full college calendar will be provided upon enrolment.
Do I need to attend every lesson?
Yes, you must attend all lessons without fail (unless due to exceptional circumstances) as any absences will have a significant impact on your learning and achievement on the course.
Do I have to do any homework?
Students must dedicate an equal amount of time to independent study as they do to in-class sessions.
