Free AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in London – KBM Accountancy Training, Courses & Recruitment in London – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

Free AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in London. Classes run at KBM Accountancy Training, Courses and Recruitment, full-time during the day. The course takes around 2 months to complete. You'll cover double-entry bookkeeping, sales and purchase ledgers, basic costing, and the business environment. It's a solid starting point for anyone looking to work in accounting or finance administration. GCSEs at good levels are required, along with relevant job role experience to complete all units.

Who this course is for

KBM Training and Recruitment with the collaboration of KBM Chartered Certified Accountants & Registered Auditors and Institute of Financial Accountants, offers accounting work experience and AAT qualifications. The course is ideally suited to a diverse range of people from school leavers to mature learners and career changers.

The AAT Level 2 Certificate In Computerised Accounting (QCF) is a short qualification to help students develop essential bookkeeping skills. Once completed, they will have developed an understanding of basic accounting practices and techniques including double-entry bookkeeping.

Entry requirements

GCSE at good levels and in relevant job role to be able to complete all units required

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of double-entry bookkeeping and how to record transactions accurately.
  • You'll understand how to use sales, purchase, and general ledgers.
  • You'll prepare credit notes and calculate sales invoices.
  • You'll apply bookkeeping controls to check transactions for accuracy.
  • You'll study the principles of costing and how costs are classified and recorded.
  • You'll explore the business environment and how organisations operate financially.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at the London centre, full-time during the day. Learning covers four units: Introduction to Bookkeeping, Principles of Bookkeeping Controls, Principles of Costing, and The Business Environment. Assessment is through AAT-set exams for each unit. The centre uses hands-on practical training alongside the taught content to build your working knowledge of accounting tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will confirm anything you need before you start. KBM Accountancy Training, Courses and Recruitment will let you know about any materials or equipment required ahead of your first session.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and ledger entries
  • Bookkeeper: maintaining accurate financial records for businesses
  • Finance administrator: supporting finance teams with day-to-day tasks
  • Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments
  • Sales ledger clerk: recording customer payments and chasing debts
  • Payroll administrator: processing employee pay and deductions

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting: the natural next step after Level 2, covering advanced bookkeeping, final accounts, and tax.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: takes you to technician level and opens the door to senior finance roles.
  • ACCA or CIMA qualifications: for those aiming toward chartered accountant status after completing AAT.

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