Thank you to all of you for supporting the channel and for your lovely comments I have just released my brand new website so thought that I would leave a link here www.financebasics.uk where you can find even more free content to help with your studies x 💗

This helped me so much! I'm starting my AAT soon and you answered lots of questions I had!

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

That's excellent I'm so happy it helped Mia x

Thanks for letting us in on some useful info, I'm even more motivated now. :)

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

You are most welcome Paul :)

Thank you for posting this video. I come from an IT project mgt/development background where most of my work was around financial reporting. I am getting on a bit but thought now would be a good time to try a new careers and am seriously thinking of bookkeeping. This video was very informative and encouraging.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David that's lovely to hear I'm glad it helped, if you ever need any help or guidance just let me know

This is such a wonderful and motivational video, I cannot thank you enough as you have given me hope for a future in accounting and the courage to start studying with a distance learning provider.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Aww you are very welcome hun :D thank you so much for the lovely comment

@AmethystLove888

Жыл бұрын

I feel the same thankyou so much seems like a really good idea

definitely relatable ! good work Rebecca !!

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Ayesha :)

Thank you so much for your video. For years been thinking about changing careers, it was then today I got an email about AAT.. Did a bit of research and I came across your video..

Your are great kind teacher and giving hope to people like me thank you for your time given to us

This has helped me massively, I’ve tried briefly several times to start this course and have just given up because I don’t get it. Think I might try again now. Thank you, subscribed 😃

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Aww I'm so glad Anne

It would be amazing to hear your comments below and what you wish you had known before studying AAT it might just help someone who is looking to change their career or trying to find out more information about a career in accounting :D xx

@QuestForGood

Жыл бұрын

Hi there so the aat can you just go for the level 4 diploma with no prior experience. And will that cover all the content needed or not.

Fantastic video. Was very helpful, thanks

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it No Mods No Laughter and than you for the comment :D

Hi, I’m just about to start Level 1 AAT after starting a new career after going blind, the info/advice you share in this video is really helpful, so thank you

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Matthew I wish you all the best in your new career and if you ever need help with a topic you need more information on or breaking down just let me know and I will pop a video up for you to help x

@Matthewwarren29

Жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials thank you I really appreciate it.

Thank yooou so much for this ☺️

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Matty :)

Great video thanks. I'm looking to start my training but unsure if I should start with level 3 or do a combined course levels 2 and 3.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Snuggle that's great if you have any further questions about accounting in future feel free to join my new free community - here is the link if you want to join x missfinancetutorials.podia.com/miss-finance-tutorials-community

Thankyou. Can you explain please how to do level 2, 3 and 4 quickly as you mentioned? What are the best resources for self study?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sil there are a few learning providers I would recommend some include first Intuition, premier training, Osborne and Kaplan. You can sit the exams one after another privately by simply booking the exams through the aat website x

The getting first position as AATQB whilst still working towards professional level. Totally correct about the math though.. only really need it for costing

This was brilliant!

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Abu :)

I’m planning to do an AAT in January (self-study) at the age of 21 (Finished a maths degree but not really useful in my finance job). Thanks for the advice

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

You're most welcome Solo12313 :)

Thank you for sharing your knowledge

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome hun

@KamiandKorin

Жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials taking your advise helped me pass my first bookkeeping Exam!! 🎊 Thanks!!!!! When you have time can you make a video about booking pleeeease🥺

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

@@KamiandKorin Amazing well done hun and I can post one soon for you

Hello, I am about to start new challenges in accounting field. I came from IT background so this is all new to me. I would like to complete AAT Level 2 , 3 and 4 within a year, could you kindly guide me through where to start and could it be possible to finish all 3 levels in one year if i put lots of effort? Or any other suggestions for me that would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

This is a really good video thanks. Im starting my level 3 on next week and i was wondering if you knew any websites where i could find practice questions for the exams?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Zain if you login to the aat portal there are a few on there x

@zainpatel8263

2 жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials oh right. I haven’t recieved those details yet but hopefully I will soon. Thank you!

Im 24, i still dont know what my purpose in life is until i came across AAT. Ive enrolled onto the course at my local college. Looking forward to it!

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

8 ай бұрын

You will do amazing hun and if you have any questions along the way just ask x

Really insightful video thank you for posting! I'm in my 30s currently working in as an EA. I'm keen to look into the world of finance and get some qualifications in this field, with an aim of working in finance in the future. Would I start at AAT L1 or L2?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

9 ай бұрын

Hi hun its so lovely to hear from you, I would say start with level 2 to make sure that you build that foundational level knowledge first x

Hi Rebecca, I remember so clearly the very moment the double entry just ‘clicked’ 😊

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

It's funny how you can go from feeling like it's taking forever to sink in and then all of a sudden you think oh wow and it all makes sense x

Hello Rebecca I was wondering what qualifications is it relevant when u finish AAT 2, 3&4 equivalent to a university degree or is it a lower qualification and have to do cima or AccA to become a chartered account and start working?Thanks

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Richard the AAT level 4 is the equivalent of a diploma :)

hey :) thank you so much for the helpful video!! just two questions- what would you compare the amount of content in the aat level 2 to? (eg gcse maths/ less/ more) & would six months be enough time to complete it part time independent studying in a gap year? Thank you!! x

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Hannah yes certainly 6 months is enough hun you can do it in that time and that's a good question I would say it is gcse equivalent as that's the closest to it really x

@hannahm6152

3 жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials thank you so much :)) x

Hi Rebecca great video! I dropped out of uni as I want to study AAT at a night course. Would u recommend going to level 3 straight away without any experience ?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Ollie yes I think it is doable certainly but i would recommend taking the credential check on the aat website as once completed it recommends a course level to start with x

A the age of 38 I did AAT Level 2 and 3 at college. Each Level was one year. By the age of 40 I went to do Accounting and Finance at one of the Universities Accredited by AAT. After university I applied for AAT full membership. My degree got me full exemption for AAT level 4 and AAT advised me to apply for full membership and a license to run my own business as AAT licensed accountant. Im waiting for the link to do the PCT

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story Ms B Benin

@charlenegarciamarin1014

2 жыл бұрын

Very similar age to me, I’m just starting my journey

Starting mine on Wednesday I'm 31 going after a career change...feel abit more at ease after watching this been 15 years since I was at college

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

That's excellent Sam congratulations on starting the AAT, if you ever have any questions along the way just ask :) here is a link to the fb group too if you want to join facebook.com/groups/813116915891471/

@samb5209

Жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials Thankyou so much ! I've subbed and checked your website but I'm not on facebook ! but I will be working my way through your youtube channel haha

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

You're most welcome Sam B :)

If you have done a level physics ( New spec all exams for yr 1 and 2 in yr2), do you think I should bother doing level 2 and just skip to 3? I say a level physics because it was very hard and thats what I compare to.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi A K there is a competency skill quiz on the aat website that you can take and they will recommend either level 2 or level 3 however personally I would lean towards level 3 x

hiya!, love your video very informative. can I just ask if I can apply to a Level 3 AAT with a BTEC qualification unrelated to business or finance?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Trina aww thank you that's lovely, I am not 100 percent sure without going through the criteria check myself however if you go to the aat website they have a check where you can pop in any prior qualifications and it will show if you have passed their entry criteria hun x

Another great video! A quick question, I am starting AAT level 3 and have "some" experience with related fields, but do you think I will be at a disadvantage from having not completed the level 2 AAT qualification? And if so, how best to make up for that? Thank you so much!

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Lee I can with confidence say that no you will not be at a disadvantage, employers take into consideration other factors alongside qualifications x

@lee-wood

Жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials Thank you so much for the reply! I was more thinking in terms of ability/knowledge. Are there things covered at AAT level 2 that I won't cover at level 3 for example? Thank you so much again!

Hi ya , I'm studying AAT level 3 currently, I've done level 2 and passed. I'm still struggling with suspense account and also accruals and prepayments ( mainly when in a question, I'm finding it hard to remember all the steps ) any help would be helpful . I am hoping to my AVBK in a fortnight's time. 🙏

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sweetie 22 well done on passing level 2 I do have a couple of videos in the level 3 playlist on the trial balance which covers the suspense account and I think two maybe three on prepayments in there too here is the link incase you can't find it and I hope it helps xx kzread.info/head/PLyNHQEFracavsjDJRLM6QMgvLtCb1Hz4F

when I began university with a BA in criminology, simultaneously I started a job in bookkeeping. Four years later, I am pro with excel I can prepare and submit vat returns, bank analysis, self-assessments and payroll. However, I am not qualified and since I am looking to start my own bookkeeping practice, I wonder what is going to be the best route. Also, I am slightly afraid to ask my boss bespoke questions as I don't want him to think that I am leaving. What would you advise me?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi hun so here I am always happy to have a confidential chat about your options any time, you can speak to me directly through the fb group here facebook.com/groups/813116915891471/?ref=share

Hai Rebecca Excellent video! I am new to UK, I have been accountant for several years so can I go directly to level 4 exam. Much thanks

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

That's excellent SajoMojo :)

I currently work in tax and I’m looking to try change career slightly to do more accounting tax based role. I have done ATT and we needed 2 years experience to get the qualification. Do I need to have experience in accounting to get AAT or does it depend on which level I take?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Emma apologies for my late reply here to you, yes there is a requirement of at least 6 months work experience that is verified by your employer however if you take a look on the AAT website here this should clarify this further for you x www.aat.org.uk/membership/professional-membership/full-membership-maat

Hey I’ve just started college at the age of 16 and I start studying aat accounting level 2 on the 20th of September , is there any groups that I can join thag will boost me and help me understand the course easier or groups that could help me if I was struggling

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi hun yes here is a link to my fb group :) facebook.com/groups/813116915891471/?ref=share

Do I need to do a level 2 or level 3 AAT in order to do level 4 AAT? Or can I go from A-levels to level 4 AAT straight away?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

7 ай бұрын

Hi hun if you go to the AAT website, there you can go through their eligibility checker and it will tell you based off your qualifications which level to start at x

Hi how heavy contented is the level 4 AAT compared to A-levels and the level 2/ level 3 AAT? Is there a ton of info to memorise or is it more in detail?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

3 ай бұрын

Level 4 is definitely more wordy than level 2 and level 3 and I would say it is the equivalent of a final year diploma so I would expect that there would be more detail and information as it is also a consolidation of level 2 and level 3.

Hi, I’m doing my L2 2016 syllabus synoptic resit and am quite nervous. I was a mark off! Please could you tell me how to lay out my revision.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Jasvear I would try and set yourself a timetable that you can stick to and make sure you are revising at a time that suits you x

Hi, Thank you for your very informative video. I'm 54 and a teacher of maths. I would like to study for Level 2 alongside my current job. I'm a little worried by my age but the comments have helped with my fears! My question is if you self study which books would you recommend and at which points during the year can you sit the exams. Sorry if this has been answered elsewhere. Thanks for your time.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Alistair thank you for your comment, I would absolutely say that you do not need to worry about your age hun with accountancy and finance. It is a career which you can build for yourself in a relatively shorter space of time than other careers and there are lots of options. I would always recommend studying the AAT as I myself sat this and found this a very good building block at the start of my career. I would recommend either obtaining First Intuition AAT books or Osbourne because they are very informative and keep things simple which is what you need when you first start out :) I have a video upcoming to be released hopefully tomorrow which might also help with this area but I hope the above has helped in the mean time.

@alistairnicholls9759

2 жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials Thanks very much for taking the time to reply and the info. It's much appreciated.

@caroline8029

2 жыл бұрын

@@alistairnicholls9759 just wanted to say I am 55 and I studied level 2 at home whilst I worked full time in my current job. It did take me just under a year to complete but it can be done! I am doing level 3 now 😊

@kevinilagan158

2 жыл бұрын

@@caroline8029 hi. i would like to know if you had undertaken the AAT course or you just studied at home? hope you see this comment. thanks

Hiya, I am 22 and looking for a career change and getting into accounting. I am looking at AAT foundation certificate in accounting ( Level 2 ) however I have come across AAT foundation & advanced in accounting level 2&3! As I have very basic knowledge of accounting what course would you recommend? Xx

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jess if you already have a little basic knowledge then I would suggest level 3 because they tend to go over most of the same topics at level 3 :)

Hi I’m in year 11 and soon going to college, I’m really new to these stuff but am interested in Accounting. Would it be a wise choice? Is it hard? And what courses would be wise for accounting?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mr Vexus put it this way hun if I can do it you can :) it is thorough as opposed to difficult I would say and you really need to be able to pay attention to detail and problem solve over being good at maths for example which is a common misconception. I would 100% say that obtaining a training contact as an apprenticeship under aat is a fantastic start to your career and you are able to study while being paid and learning on the job x I hope all of this helps but if you have any further questions just ask away

Thank you for the video. Very informative. I had a quick question please. I have my bachelor's degree in Accounting (graduated in 2006) and worked in accounts receivable/payable for over 3 years (2013 - 2017). I would like to get back into accounting. Do you think AAT will help me get back as I do not have current experience in the field but still remember the principles quite well? 😁 Subscribed 👍

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mehruz yes certainly I think that it would be a great way to refresh a few topics and you could possibly start at level 3 due to your degree :)

@mehruzmobedji8925

2 жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials Thank you for the reply. Appreciate it. Following the videos :)

Hi Rebecca, I’ve just finished my a level accounting course and got a grade D. Do you think I should start at level 3 AAT and also do you think I should do the course with a firm or individually. Thanks for the video

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mohammad I would always air towards getting the experience as you learn so I would take a look for any apprenticeships that start in January as usually they begin September or January and the employer will pay for your studies too which is an added bonus as you learn :)

Such a great video. In my mid 30s and looking for a career change. About to register for an AAT Foundation (level 2) course and you have put my mind at ease. Do you recommend a good training provider for distance learning? I'm considering my options but ICS Learn is a possible one. Thanks again!

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Keith that's lovely to hear :) yes a few off the top of my head are first intuition, Osborne, ics learn, Kaplan x

@taitai-qc5ow

8 ай бұрын

BPP is the cheapest option and they give a trial too. Check them out

Hello Rebecca. Great video, thanks for making it. I have a couple of questions. Regarding AAT Level 2, I've found a distance learning provider and their fee is clear. The assessment provider is charging £119 to sit the exam. Is this fee applicable to each of the four units in the syllabus?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

8 ай бұрын

Hi Jim yes most likely it will be per exam but it should state this on their website. You can in most cases book your own exam which costs around 60 pound per exam which would be less but definitely double check this with the training provider x

Hi, do i need to study aat bookkeeping prior to aat accounting if i need a good understanding of double entry system. Does aat accounting cover this.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi hun the aat cover basic bookkeeping too hun x

Nice vídeo! Is it recommended / necessary to get work experience after studying level 2 prior to studying level 3 or can you just go straight into 3?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter yes you can go straight into level 3 without the work experience hun

I did a Level 2 ICB qualification in Bookeeping and I wish I had done AAT instead. I am now doing Level 3 AAT Bookeeping. Would I have missed any learning by not doing the AAT level 2? Also I have noticed that some of the modules in the Bookeeping are the same as the ones for accounting so could I move on to accounting if I wanted? I’m a little confused how to progress after level 3 Bookeeping. Would I do level 3 accounting? I don’t really want to duplicate modules I have already done. Sorry for so many questions! Not only am I trying to learn Bookeeping I’m also trying to get my head around how the qualifications build on each other too! Love your Chanel by the way 🥰

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Caroline and don't apologise I'm happy to help where I can :) so you would not have missed anything having not completed the level 2 module however there are again as you mention there a few similarities between level 3 bookkeeping and the level 3 accounting. I shall check up on this one and see exactly what options you have available if you wanted to switch x

@caroline8029

2 жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials thank you! I am starting to think I should have just started the level 3 accounting. I wonder if I could contact my training provider and ask to change my course as I have only just started. I am just about the sit the first assessment for indirect tax x

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

@@caroline8029 I think if you speak to them then they would let you transfer, there might be a small admin fee that they may ask for but I think you should be able to transfer hun x

Great video. I want to do level 2 accounting, but after I complete it i want to move on to ACCA. I have a degree, and think after I understand the basics I think I could move straight on. What do you think?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sinead yes this is an option hun, you could also jump straight into AAT level 3 if you already have a degree x

@sineadhippolyte3704

2 жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials thanks for getting back to me. Because I don’t know the basics of accounting, I want to do level 2 first. 😊

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

That's fantastic Sinead you can certainly do AAT Level 2 and then layer progress to ACCA then hun x

Thanks for the information, i am from India and want to do my further studies and choose AAT bookeeping as my career path, please help me can i take admission from India staying in india and take admission, please help and advice

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Nageshwar I am not 100% that I am understanding your question here please can you clarify a little bit and I will see if I can help

I would like to start distance learning aat lvl 2 but I struggle with choosing right training provider. Please can you recommend?

@ubaidkhan7904

2 жыл бұрын

hey how old are you? im thinking of starting too

I spoke to a career advisor yesterday and they mentioned that if I’m aiming for a good GCSE grade in English & Maths then I should move straight onto Level 3 AAT (advanced), however I’m still thinking I should take AAT level 2…what do you think?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Zara it's certainly possible to go straight to level 3 but I found that completing level 2 really helped me have that foundational knowledge for level 3 so I would always recommend level 2 first if you have no prior experience or knowledge of accounting :)

I started my AAT Level 3 I’m September and I’m currently working as a payments processor with chance to train in the job at an accounting firm. I’m finding the level 3 very hard and I’ve failed my first 2 exams with a resit next Tuesday. Any suggestions ?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Ollie, I would start with looking at your current study technique and don't worry I have failed an exam before today it happens to the best of us x try working through a workbook on the topic at hand and perhaps the mocks to flush out any areas you are finding difficult. If there is a particular topic you would like me to cover just let me know x

Hi, i am planning to take up AAT level 4 course now, i was a teacher in India teaching Accountancy for 11 and 12 grade students , i have completed my Degree in finance and Master of commerce in Finance, is it ok to take AAT level 4 or should i take level 3, plz give you suggestion and also to enrol in level 4 is there any written exam (like entrance exam) what documents are needed. Thank you

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

9 ай бұрын

Hi hun if you go to the aat skills check page on their website and pop in your qualifications it will bring up the level that might be applicable for you. Personally from your experience I would say level 4 might be a great place to start but you can check from the aat website if you have any exemptions towards level 2 and level 3

Hi Rebecca I completed the level 2 a couple of years ago and found it quite easy but recently I started the level 3 and find it quite overwhelming, what can I do to overcome this feeling and study with ease?

@happydaysfuntimes

Жыл бұрын

Hi just wondering if you found a solution to your problem I'm in the same situation myself 😢

Great video, so to become charters you can take ACCA or CIMA?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Hans to become chartered you can take either the ACCA or ACA x

How likely is it to find a job after level 2, or is it better to go onto level 3 while looking for work? Thanks

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ethelion there are a few job roles out there for individuals who are aat level 2 qualified and It would be good to get yourself the work experience x

I’m leaving high school this year, is it best for me to do an intermediate course first or go onto level 2 aat?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Zara there is a criteria checklist on the aat website which will help but I personally did aat level 2, level 3 and level 4 so I do think if you haven't had any prior accounting experience then starting at level 2 is beneficial x

you are very good, thank you for the advice. I want to ask you something, I am at the beginning, I want to start a career in accounting and I want to start it from the beginning, but I would like to finish the courses faster and more online because I don't have time. I am also old and I would like to finish the courses faster. What do you recommend? thanks.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Vio thank you for your kind comment, I would recommend self study either through the ICB or AAT where you can simply sit the exams when you are ready. The ICB exams are 100 percent online whereas the aat must be sat in a centre but you can sit them consecutively for most exams x

@vioflorea9956

Жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials 😘😘😘😘😘😘

Hi, quite insightful video... This is my situation. i hold a bachelors degree in economics,2004 & diploma in accounting,2000. I intend to pursue ACCA qualification but i am looking at a level 3 or level 4 AAT qualification to redevelop my base and refresh my accounting knowledge. In your view, is AAT qualification good step to take ? If yes, which AAT level will you recommend? i am 42 and quick to learn

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

8 ай бұрын

Hi hun yes I would highly recommend the aat but you may find that you have exemptions towards to the aat so could possibly enter at aat level 4 however if you pop onto the aat website they have a qualification and entry check where you can double check this on your previous qualifications x

Hi i am going to start college, noticed you didn’t mention level 1 but i have no gcse’s and am taking a career change, so i will have to start at level 1. Would you advice me on anything?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

11 ай бұрын

Hi hun the first aat level is level 2

Hi I’m currently studying aat level 3 and don’t plan to do level 4. What are the wages in level 3 if I get a job with no work experience? And what’s the highest the wages could increase to ?. I’ve looked at apprenticeships and they were offering really poor amount of money such as £5 an hour etc. I’m 19 years old and would want to start a job asap really, would 2 years of experience increase wages ?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there this video here might help with your queries above :) kzread.info/dash/bejne/qamCtKdppabAZrw.html

Hi. I started level 4 without doing the level 2 & 3 as I am working in finance already. However, in my role I mainly deal with account payable, supplier transactions and payments, invoicing and reporting. I am scared that I overestimated my knowledge. What is your opinion? Will someone be able to cover the information missing and finish the course? What sort of materials you used on level 2 & 3? Thank you

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

9 ай бұрын

Hi hun absolutely you are not overstating your knowledge at all. Starting off in accounts payable is a great place to start and will mean that you have a really good understanding of the purchase ledger process which you can then use towards other areas that you want to work in, in future x

Hello, Im 16 years old and Im eager to get into either an accountancy course or an apprenticeship. I dont mind both but I really want to strive in becoming a management accountant. Cheers for the video

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi hun try looking into CIMA and look for opportunities offering CIMA study alongside work as that's the chartered institute of management accountants x

Hey, I'm 16, currently doing my gcses this year, and don't want to study a levels. How would I apply for an AAT apprenticeship or should I just do alevels?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi hun if you go to www.aat.org.uk you can find employers that provide training contracts for students looking to undertake the aat exams x

Hi. Thank you for your in detail video. I have recently moved to UK from India. I have 4 years of experience in Accounts Payables, do you think AAT would help me in getting a job here?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Richa yes absolutely it is a widely recognised qualification hun but it might be worth trying to obtain a training contract where they pay for your studies while you work x

Hi I’m just about to start my level 2 AAT with staysharp. Would you say I can complete it quicker than 6-12 months if I do 7 or 8 hours every day? And is staysharp a reliable course provider? Thankyou

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi hun you can definitely do level 2 in 6 to 12 months x and I haven't heard of staysharp previously but I will take a look :)

Hi your video is really very helpful, I am going to start level 3, I would like to ask you should I only do bookkeeping or accounting as well?. Please guide me as there are 3 exams in bookkeeping and six in accounting.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi hun I would have a think about what you want to do long term. Both bookkeeping and accounting are great career paths but it depends what you want to do and that will determine which qualification :)

@seekingfortruth4322

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you,

Where do I start to self study aat level 2

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi K you can purchase texts books only from an approved learning centre such as Eagle, first intuition and Osborne :)

I am interested on bookkeeping, please suggest me where I need to start?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jamil I would look towards the ICB qualification if you are looking at bookkeeping over accounting or alternatively the AAT qualification :)

I did btec business at A level (distinction) & Alevel maths where i got a C and maths at gcse - A. Isit best forme to go for the Level 3 att or level 2 att?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

9 ай бұрын

Hi hun if you go to the aat website you can find a skills check which will help you to determine level 2 or level 3 but I would always recommend level 2 as it helps you to build your foundational knowledge x

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

9 ай бұрын

Also I did level 2 first x

Has anyone studied with e careers? Would you recommend?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi hun I don't know of anyone who has studied with them but I would be interested to hear of others experiences here

Hi, Is there any reason that I would need the latest books for Level 2 AAT or can I use old/second hand books? Thanks.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi hun you can use older books as long as it covers the syllabus that you are studying such as 2016 or 2022 x

@blessos

Жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials Ok thank you! X

Hello.. I'm currently studying bsc Hons accounting and finance and I'm also looking to have professional accounting degree.. my main question is what should I pursue AAT or ACCA which is more suitable for me . Please someone give their valuable opinion as this is really concerning me

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi hun yes I have answered this question for you here in my latest youtube video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iaaWtdiyf5epYZM.html

Hi, what is the best platform for self-study? Thanks

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Melinda very shortly I will be launching my own platform here which might help x

Hi where i can get download free study material pdf. I want to do self study. Please guide

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Sona if you join my Facebook group and new website which will be announced shortly then you can gain access to lots of free resources xx

Hi , I have basic accounting knowledge and I have done bachelor of Commerce major in Accounting group. I would like to know that can I directly register and appear for AAT level 3 exam? Can you suggest please..

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Pramod if you go to the aat website they have a skills check which will tell you if you have any exemptions towards the exam at aat level but unfortunately I don't think you can simply register and then sit an exam :)

Hi Rebecca. I am 57 years old and looking for a fresh career. I have just passed AAT Bookkeeping level 2 and 3 via online self study. This has given me the confidence to continue studying in this field. I am eventually looking to work as a bookkeeper for a company. Would I be right in thinking my next step is to learn accounting software levels 1 to 3 in order to progress?

@marym8662

2 жыл бұрын

HI, First of all congratulations with your success! X May I ask you how long did it take to finish both levels and pass the exams? Or how many hours did you study in a week? Thank you in advance Mary x

@01weller

2 жыл бұрын

@@marym8662 thank you. Level 2 took 4 months with 2 exams and level 3 took 6 months with 3 exams. Study time was through an online provider and varied. I personally was disciplined enough to do 2 to 3 hours every week day and increase study time near the exams.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi hun yes this is definitely a good step in the right direction to undertake study on the accounting software elements and well done to you for changing your career :) If you have any other questions along the way don't hesitate to ask x

@01weller

2 жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials Hi Rebecca thank you for taking the time to reply and your words of support x

@ohye1497

Жыл бұрын

Please can you tell me if you had to deal with interest based data???

I would like to study AAT course but not sure if worth it. Accounting or bookeeping? Im 40, work as office administrator, and feel like I need to move forward...and if I spend the time & money I have to be sure I will be able to use it after. What do you think.Would you recomend it?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

9 ай бұрын

Hi hun yes I would recommend it but please check if there are any local government funding or grants available before jumping in and self funding. I have seen a rise in the available funding of late and it might worth taking a look first x

Hello, do you know how I can complete the AAT faster? Like without a training provider? My course doesnt officially start until feb so right now im just working for a firm. My training provider is saying its going to take like 16 motnhs for level 3 and level 4 is also something ridiculous. If you know how i can do it by myself please let me know

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Zain yes I know of a few individuals who have self studied and completed level 2 to level 4 within 12 months :) you can either chose a training provider to go with and pay for their study materials etc or you can self study and pay for the text books only and book your exams privately. I hope this helps

@zainpatel8263

2 жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials thanks it did

Hi Rebecca could you please advise which are the trustworthy online courses to pay for AAT?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi hun I would try premier training or first intuition x also if you have any questions along the way feel free to join my brand new community here : missfinancetutorials.podia.com/miss-finance-tutorials-community

I'm looking around to do level 2 and 4 aat. And there's so many course providers. So hard to choose one!

@SAMDANGO

2 жыл бұрын

I went through with E-careers as they were the cheapest and seemed legit. I can’t speak for any other providers but they seem to just have a small input and the majority of work is done on the official AAT website.

@lanalevchenko2400

2 жыл бұрын

First Intuition. Start from L3. Don't waste your time with doing Level 2

@IJ2003

2 жыл бұрын

@@lanalevchenko2400 i got Cs in gcse . Do you think i should be fine starting lvl 3?

@lanalevchenko2400

2 жыл бұрын

@@IJ2003 yes, you can be very successful in accounting

@dualleelmi811

2 жыл бұрын

@@lanalevchenko2400 is AAT alone enough to get a good job in the future or would i have to do ACCA as well?

Hai . I am from Northern Ireland Belfast . I would like to start aat leave . From where can I start ? Guide me to some of the institutes please ?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jesu I would suggest taking a look at the AAT website or the ICB website as they have a lot of detailed guidance on there on where to start

Hello i am a year 12 student (college) going to year 13 i been looking at many ways to get into accounting i have all the grades/predicted grades to do level 7 apprenticeship in 3 of the big 4 firms is it worth me applying for the big 4 or going into aat as i have no knowledge on accounting

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ayy you can also study the AAT with a big four firm and if you are able to attain a student contract then the employer will fund your AAT studies most likely through an apprenticeship while you work and learn.

@sym5241

3 жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials if i were to find a aat apprenticeship programme would i have to start from level 2 many aat apprenticeship programmes ive found allow you to start and gain level 3 qualification and they dont say i need level 2 to join its really confusing 😭😭

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

3 жыл бұрын

@@sym5241 Hi Ayy yes you can start at level 3, it all depends on your past qualifications and what the employers decision is for instance when I applied for my aat apprenticeship over a decade ago they wanted all students to start on aat level 2 regardless of prior qualifications x

is AAT alone enough to get a good job in the future or would i have to do ACCA as well?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Duale yes hun I have worked with many individuals who have decided not to study further than AAT and each have had an enjoyable and successful career

I have no qualifications currently. I am taking my GCSEs this year & next year I planning on beginning my accountancy journey. I am unsure if I should do bookkeeping or accountancy ? Which one is better ? Or more higher paying ?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi F C thats a very good question hun, both bookkeeping and accounting have their merits but if you would like a direct answer for how much each earn try indeed and Reed the websites and you can gauge a good answer x both do pay very well

@FC-kl2pm

2 жыл бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials Hi, can both routes lead up to the big 4 firms ?, I’m an adult going through a career change & just want to go down the best route.

Which is the best AAT training provider in Milton Keynes ?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

11 ай бұрын

Hi hun I would say try first intuition or Kaplan there

what is the difference between a chartered accountant and non-chartered accountant?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Kris, there are a few differences but mainly in what your licence allows you to do, for instance if you are a chartered accountant then you may sign off a set of accounts for instance x

hi i need help i was doing Acca and i have passed first three papers of Acca so now if i want to do AAT what exemptions can i get

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Fatima there is an exemption calculator on the aat website hun which should show you :)

@fatimarehan9801

2 жыл бұрын

thanks alot ❤

Hello there, i have no background in finance, not the greatest in maths but not bad. I was thinking about starting level 1 book-keeping progressing to level 2 then perhaps level 3. Could i get a job in bookkeeping after doing level 2 with no prior experience? Some places require qualifications, degrees and work experience, what do you know about this and please share, thanks.

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

7 ай бұрын

Hi hun yes absolutely - the first level at aat is level 2 so I would highly recommend taking a look at this first x

@ajharmiah2692

7 ай бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials but does this qualification alone guarantee anything, or do i need work experience as well?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

7 ай бұрын

Yes that's true it doesn't guarantee a job however there are far fewer bookkeepers and accountants in ratio to companies, self employed and business owners so there is a talent gap and shortage currently which works in your favour x

@ajharmiah2692

7 ай бұрын

@@RebeccasFinanceTutorials thanks alot for you help x

hey i’m currently studying for a degree in accounting and finance. From your informative video, i just realised you don’t really need to go university. So what is the point in getting the degree?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi hun although you don't necessarily require a degree to study accounting it does provide you with a different skill set to your peers and you would either require aat or university to study ACCA, ACA or another professional accounting qualification x

Does Master degree in business studies have exemption on AAT?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi A.S usually a degree would provide you with exemptions towards the AAT however if you go to the AAT website they have a criteria and exemption checker where you can put in your qualification and it will let you know what exemptions you have :)

Do we have to start from level 2 or can I go straight to level 3

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi hun you can start from level 3 as long as you hit the entry requirements x

If I complete only the AAT Certificate in Accounting Level 2, will that be enough to get a job??

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi hun I think it all depends on what the employer is asking for but certainly you can get a job with aat level 2 x

Heyy I just want to you ask can you only study aat level 2 and then find a accounting job

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jassy yes certainly you can, I would always say to have a look at apprenticeship schemes to see if there are any employers who are looking for an apprentice and who will pay your study fees and put you through the aat as that way you can also gain experience on the job :)

Great video. How can I join your group to ask questions please?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi hun yes please see the attached link to the podia community: missfinancetutorials.podia.com/miss-finance-tutorials-community

Hi Rebecca, Can we start directly from Level 4?

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

Жыл бұрын

Hi Shameer yes you can as long as you meet the entry criteria here

Hello, I have decided to study AAT but I'm wondering which is the best courses providers to choose.Also I'm 30 years and I want to study something I was studying in a Greek University but finally I didn't took my degree so I have knowledge of studies and the background Do you is a good idea the Aat levels for me?thanks

@RebeccasFinanceTutorials

2 жыл бұрын

Hello and thank you for the comment hun, if you are fairly familiar with accountancy or have worked in a similar role such as accounts payable then it might be a good idea to start at level 3 aat however if you go to the aat website there is a test checklist that you can take and the aat will advise you which level might be more suitable x