AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course at South Devon College

Cost£841.00
Duration14 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start22 Apr 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Paignton. Classes run at South Devon College, part-time during the day, over 14 weeks. The level 2 AAT bookkeeping qualification covers the manual bookkeeping skills that underpin all accountancy and finance roles. You'll need Maths and English at Level 1 to join. These aat bookkeeping classes suit anyone fitting study around other commitments, and the level 2 aat bookkeeping course is also recognised for those already working in finance who want to formalise their skills. AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping with certificate.

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping provides an entry point for anyone wishing to start a career in accountancy or finance. It may also support your career progression if you are already in employment by formally recognising your skills in manual bookkeeping.Manual bookkeeping underpins all accountancy and finance roles. Studying this qualification will help you to develop a strong foundation of bookkeeping knowledge and skills needed to work in accountancy and finance or to go on to study higher-level bookkeeping or accountancy. Completing this qualification will teach you to confidently carry out typical bookkeeping transactions and tasks. You will also gain an understanding of how typical tasks are automated through use of accounting software.This course introduces students to double entry accounting and how to enter transactions into the general ledger.This course may offer funding for those who are over 19, have been resident in the UK for three years, with the exception of those who live within a devolved adult education area and those currently enrolled on an apprenticeship please click here for more information.Please note your financial situation will also be taken into account when administering funding please click here for more information or contact our Helpzone team at [email protected].

Entry requirements

You will be required to have achieved Maths at Level 1, You will be required to have achieved English at Level 1, You should have a genuine interest in this subject

What you will learn

  • You'll record financial transactions using double-entry bookkeeping.
  • You'll balance accounts and prepare a trial balance.
  • You'll process sales and purchase ledgers accurately.
  • You'll understand the principles of VAT and how to apply them.
  • You'll reconcile bank statements against cash book records.
  • You'll use journals to correct bookkeeping errors.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Devon College. The course is assessed by AAT-set assessments, which are taken online under supervised conditions. There are no coursework portfolios. You'll sit assessments when you and your tutor agree you're ready.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Devon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper. Maintain day-to-day financial records for businesses.
  • Accounts assistant. Support a finance team with routine transactions.
  • Purchase ledger clerk. Process supplier invoices and payments.
  • Sales ledger clerk. Manage customer invoicing and receipts.
  • Payroll assistant. Handle employee pay records and calculations.
  • Finance administrator. General financial admin across a range of sectors.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. Broadens your study to include costing and computerised accounts alongside bookkeeping.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. The next step toward working as a qualified accounting technician, covering advanced bookkeeping, tax, and management accounting.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Prepares you for senior finance roles and exemptions toward chartered accountancy qualifications.

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