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Introduction |
The Computerised Accounts qualification is designed for those wanting to enter
or progress in the field of Computerised Accounts. They can help learners to
demonstrate competence in the practical use of computerised accounts software
to produce accurate, professional and well presented accounts employing an appropriate
range of accounting activities.
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Course Aims |
At Level 2 the aim of the qualification is to enable learners
to carry out everyday operational aspects of computerised accounts.
These include processing accounting transactions, producing
customer and supplier documentation and producing reports such
as aged creditor analysis and sales day book summaries for
management purposes.
The qualification aims to allow candidates
to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment
and/or career progression in the accounting sector. |
Course
Market |
At Level 2 the qualification is aimed at a learner seeking
certification of a broad experience in using computerised
accounts software and to widen their competence. It is also
aimed at those who want to enter employment in a computerised
accounts environment.
The course is aimed at candidates who work or want to work
in job roles such as:
- Accounting technician
- Accounts/Finance clerk
- Private practice accountant
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Course Structure |
Students are provided practical training on
the Sage Accounting software.
There are six learning outcomes to this
unit.
1 |
Create accounts using computerised
software |
2 |
Edit details of records |
3 |
Process accounting transactions
using computerised accounts |
4 |
Produce customer documentation
using computerised accounts |
5 |
Produce supplier documentation
using computerised accounts |
6 |
Select and print accounting
reports for management purposes |
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Duration |
The Course is for duration of 6 weeks, with one class of 3 hours duration per
week.
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Assessment |
Level 2 Computerised Accounts - Externally set and marked
test
This unit will be assessed by a two hour question
paper, which will be externally marked. The examination paper
will take the format of a number of practical tasks. All areas
of the syllabus will be tested . Candidates will be permitted
to use a calculator during the examination.
Assessments will be graded Pass or First Class
Pass. Candidates who fail the examination receive feedback
on the main areas for further development. |
Entry Requirements |
There are no formal
entry requirements for candidates undertaking the qualification.
However, the candidates are expected to have the passed the
Level-1 qualification in Computerised Accounts or equivalent.
There are no age limits attached to candidates
undertaking the qualification unless this is a legal requirement
of the process or the environment. |
Exemptions |
There are no Exemptions
allowed for this qualification. Candidates are not allowed
to enter for a qualification of the same type, content and
level as that of a qualification they already hold.
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| Progression: |
On completion of
these qualifications candidates may progress into employment
or to the following qualifications:
- Level-3 Award in Computerised Accounts
- Related qualifications such as Book-keeping and Accounts
and Business Finance.
- Level 2/3 NVQ in Accounting
- Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship in Accounting.
- Oracle Financials
NLC is authorised by the Oracle University
for the Workforce Development Program and provides training
in Oracle Applications-Financial Module.
Students interested in enhancing their career prospects in
the Financial Software industry can consider enrolling on this
course. |
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