AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Camden. Classes run at WM College, part-time during the day, over 34 weeks. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers core accounting skills alongside practical business and personal skills that employers in finance value. AAT Level 2 aat certificate accounting classes are a recognised entry point into professional accountancy, and the qualification is respected by employers in the UK and internationally.
Who this course is for
Kickstart your career in finance with the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. This qualification is a globally recognised entry point into the world of accountancy, providing the essential knowledge and practical skills needed for success in a professional business environment. This qualifiation is more than just numbers; it is designed to develop a broad range of core accounting skills alongside transferable business and personal skills.
Entry requirements
An initial assessment is required before joining this class.
What you will learn
You'll learn the principles of double-entry bookkeeping and how to apply them.
You'll process financial transactions accurately using accounting software.
You'll prepare and reconcile basic financial records, including ledgers and trial balances.
You'll understand how VAT works and how to complete VAT returns.
You'll develop skills in costing and cost management for business.
You'll build transferable business skills used across finance and professional roles.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at WM College during the day. Learning is a mix of taught sessions and practical exercises. Assessment is through AAT's set exams, which you sit at an approved test centre. Each unit is assessed separately, so you complete exams as you progress through the course rather than all at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. WM College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments in a finance team.
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and reconciliations.
Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoices and credit control.
Payroll administrator, calculating wages and maintaining payroll records.
Bookkeeper, keeping financial records for small businesses.
Finance administrator, supporting a finance department with day-to-day tasks.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: the natural next step, covering more advanced financial statements, tax, and management accounting.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: takes you to technician level and can lead toward chartered accountancy routes such as ACCA or CIMA.
Completing the full AAT pathway opens doors to senior finance roles and further professional qualifications.