AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Islington

CostAAT membership fees for Level 2 Bookkeeping. A one-off registration fee of £68, paid directly to AAT. This registration fee will give you access to the qualification for its lifetime, typically four to five years, access to the study support resources, a
Duration23 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start25 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Islington. Classes run at Capital City College Finsbury Park Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs for 23 weeks and covers double-entry bookkeeping through to the initial trial balance, including the sales ledger and purchase ledger. You'll need Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English to join, and all applicants go through an initial assessment and interview. These level 2 aat bookkeeping classes suit anyone aged 19 or over who wants a solid grounding in bookkeeping and basic accounting. AAT membership and a one-off registration fee of £68 apply.

Who this course is for

This course provides a thorough foundation in bookkeeping and basic accounting practices, including the double-entry bookkeeping system.

Entry requirements

This course is for adults aged 19+ only. Learners must have achieved a minimum of Functional Skills Level 1 in both Maths and English (Reading and Writing).An initial assessment and interview will be required for all applicants.This course would be a natural progression route for those who have completed the AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of double-entry bookkeeping.
  • You'll record transactions in the sales ledger and purchase ledger.
  • You'll work through the bookkeeping process to the initial trial balance stage.
  • You'll apply bookkeeping controls to check the accuracy of financial records.
  • You'll prepare for two computer-based unit assessments covering core bookkeeping skills.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Capital City College Finsbury Park Campus. Assessment is through two computer-based exams, one for each unit. The Introduction to Bookkeeping exam lasts 90 minutes. The Principles of Bookkeeping Controls exam also lasts 90 minutes. Both are individual unit assessments taken during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Finsbury Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper, managing day-to-day financial records for a business
  • Accounts assistant, supporting a finance team with transactions and ledgers
  • Finance officer, handling payments, invoices, and reconciliations
  • Payroll administrator, processing wages and employee records
  • Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier invoices and payments
  • Sales ledger clerk, recording customer payments and chasing debts

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, the next step if you want to broaden your accounting knowledge beyond bookkeeping.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, which opens the door to roles such as accounts technician and assistant accountant.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting, for those aiming toward senior finance roles or membership of AAT as a qualified accounting technician.

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