Free AAT Level 2 Accounting Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. The course covers double-entry bookkeeping, VAT, sales and purchase ledgers, bank reconciliation, payroll accounting, and preparing a trial balance. You'll need good numeracy skills to get started. It typically takes around 340 hours to complete. AAT is the qualification employers look for in accounting and finance roles, and this level 2 aat accounting qualification gives you a solid foundation in the core skills.
Who this course is for
Designed for those interested in working as a bookkeeper or accounts assistant and want to develop bookkeeping skills. It covers the correct bookkeeping methods to enable confident financial business record management.
Entry requirements
The ability to study at Level 2
What you will learn
You'll apply the double-entry bookkeeping system to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll calculate and account for VAT on sales and purchases.
You'll maintain sales and purchase ledgers and reconcile control accounts.
You'll complete bank reconciliations to check account accuracy.
You'll use journals to account for contra entries and bad debts.
You'll process payroll transactions within accounting records.
You'll prepare a trial balance from ledger accounts.
How you will learn
You study online, working through interactive lessons and exercises at your own pace. Assessment is carried out through AAT's online exams, which test your knowledge and practical bookkeeping skills. You can work through the material in your own time, logging in when it suits you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Pitman Training Wetherby will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Bookkeeper, maintaining accurate financial records for businesses
Payroll administrator, processing employee wages and deductions
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk, tracking customer accounts and receipts
Finance administrator, supporting accounting teams in any sector
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step, covering financial statements, management accounting, and indirect tax.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Prepares you for senior finance roles and is a route toward chartered accountancy qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA.
Sage or payroll software courses. Practical software skills that complement your AAT accounting qualification and strengthen your CV for finance roles.
