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

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

About this course

Free AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in London. Weekend classes run at KBM Accountancy Training, Courses & Recruitment in London, so you can study on Saturdays or Sundays without giving up your working week. The course covers double-entry bookkeeping, sales and purchase ledgers, basic costing, and the business environment. It takes around 2 months full-time over weekends. You'll need GCSEs at a good level and to be working in a relevant role 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 AAT Level 2 Certificate In 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 double-entry bookkeeping and how to record transactions accurately.
  • You'll understand sales, purchase, and general ledgers.
  • You'll prepare credit notes and calculate sales invoices.
  • You'll apply principles of bookkeeping controls to check accuracy.
  • You'll develop basic costing skills for business use.
  • You'll gain an understanding of the business environment and its accounting context.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at weekends. You'll work through four units: Introduction to Bookkeeping, Principles of Bookkeeping Controls, Principles of Costing, and The Business Environment. Assessment is set by AAT and includes computer-based tests for each unit. Practical training is built into the programme alongside the taught content.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. KBM Accountancy Training, Courses & Recruitment in London will confirm anything else you need before you start.

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 staff pay using accounting systems

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting: the natural next step, covering advanced bookkeeping, final accounts, and VAT. Most employers hiring for accounts roles expect at least Level 3.
  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting: prepares you for senior finance roles and can lead toward chartered accountancy routes such as ACCA or CIMA.

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