AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Redbridge. Classes run at New City College Ilford Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 43 weeks, giving you time to study alongside other commitments. You'll cover the foundations of accounting, including double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing, and using accounting software. AAT is the professional body for accounting technicians, and this qualification is widely used by employers as a benchmark for entry-level finance roles. You'll finish with the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll prepare and process basic financial documents, including invoices and receipts.
You'll use accounting software to enter and manage financial data.
You'll calculate basic costs and understand how businesses track expenditure.
You'll understand the principles of VAT and how it applies to business transactions.
You'll reconcile accounts and identify discrepancies in financial records.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at New City College Ilford Campus. Assessment for the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is by computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. Each unit is assessed separately, so you sit exams as you complete each topic rather than all at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Ilford Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant. Processing invoices, payments, and basic bookkeeping.
Finance administrator. Supporting a finance team with day-to-day transactions.
Payroll administrator. Calculating and processing employee pay.
Purchase ledger clerk. Managing supplier invoices and payments.
Sales ledger clerk. Recording customer payments and chasing outstanding invoices.
Bookkeeper. Maintaining financial records for small businesses.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step, covering advanced bookkeeping, final accounts, and tax. Many employers expect 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). For those aiming toward chartered accountant status after completing AAT.
