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AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Derby

Cost£1,836.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College on Tuesdays, part-time during the day. You'll need GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in Maths and English to join, and an interview is required before you start. The level 2 AAT certificate accounting qualification covers the foundation knowledge of bookkeeping, accounting, and business skills needed to work in finance or progress to further AAT study. The course runs over 36 weeks. AAT is the professional body for accounting technicians, and the qualification is widely used as an entry point into finance careers.

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting part-time course at DCG is a great choice for those of you who wish to study accountancy and finance alongside a range of business and personal skills.  AAT qualifications are ideal for students studying for a career in finance, people already working in accountancy and self-employed business owners. This qualification is designed to offer you the foundation accounting knowledge needed to progress to employment or further study in accountancy and finance, as well as transferable business and personal skills.  This qualification is also ideal for those changing career who would like additional support in upskilling to enter, or re-enter, a business environment.AAT offers a bursary for anyone 16 years old or over – check your eligibility here: https://www.aat.org.uk/qualifications-and-courses/fees-funding/bursary  Skills and Education Group https://www.skillsandeducationgroup.co.uk/foundation/ also provides grants which are designed to help overcome social barriers and allow those who wish to study to advance their skills in education.

Entry requirements

You will need a minimum of grade 4 (C) in Maths and a good standard of English at GCSE grade 4 (C) or above.  You may have experience of working in an accounts office.  You will be required to complete an interview prior to the course and AAT recommends that students use AAT Skillcheck to ensure that they’re ready to start on a particular qualification.  The AAT Skillcheck will also be completed during the Induction Week with teaching staff.  It would benefit you to have completed the Level 1 in

What you will learn

  • You'll learn double-entry bookkeeping and how to record financial transactions accurately.
  • You'll understand how to prepare basic financial statements.
  • You'll learn how to use accounting software to process data.
  • You'll develop skills in costing and budgeting for businesses.
  • You'll understand VAT principles and how to apply them.
  • You'll build knowledge of business and personal effectiveness skills relevant to working in finance.

How you will learn

You'll attend weekly classroom sessions at Derby College, with seven hours of teaching each Tuesday. Learning is delivered through a mix of tutor-led instruction and practical exercises. Assessment is by computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. You'll complete an AAT Skillcheck during induction week to confirm you're working at the right level. An interview is required before the course begins.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant. Processing invoices, payments, and financial records.
  • Bookkeeper. Maintaining day-to-day financial records for businesses.
  • Payroll administrator. Managing employee pay and deductions.
  • Finance administrator. Supporting finance teams with data entry and reporting.
  • Purchase ledger clerk. Handling supplier invoices and payments.
  • Sales ledger clerk. Managing customer accounts and receipts.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 2, covering more advanced management accounting and financial reporting.
  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting. Prepares you for senior finance roles and exemptions from some chartered accountancy exams.
  • ACCA or CIMA qualifications. Chartered accountancy routes for those aiming for senior or specialist finance careers.
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