AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Westminster. Evening classes run at City of Westminster College Paddington Green, making it straightforward to fit study around work or other commitments. The course runs over 18 weeks, part-time. You'll cover the core principles of accounting, including double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing, and financial transactions. AAT is the qualification employers look for when hiring for accounting and finance roles, and this level 2 aat certificate accounting qualification gives you a solid foundation to build on. Entry requirements are assessed individually, so you don't need to meet a fixed prior-qualification threshold to apply.
Who this course is for
Adults Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll understand the principles of basic costing and how costs are classified.
You'll process transactions using accounts receivable and accounts payable records.
You'll prepare and reconcile bank statements and petty cash records.
You'll use accounting software to record and retrieve financial data.
You'll understand the role of the accounting function within a business.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at City of Westminster College Paddington Green, attending in the evenings. AAT Level 2 is assessed through computer-based assessments set and marked by AAT. These are taken at approved assessment centres. Your tutor will guide you through the syllabus and prepare you for each assessment during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City of Westminster College Paddington Green will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations
Bookkeeper: maintaining day-to-day financial records for businesses
Finance administrator: supporting finance teams with data entry and reporting
Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: handling customer accounts and receipts
Payroll administrator: processing employee pay and deductions
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: the natural next step, covering advanced bookkeeping, final accounts, and tax. Many employers require Level 3 for senior accounts assistant roles.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: prepares you for management accounting and more senior finance positions.
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Foundation: for those aiming toward chartered accountant status over time.
