Free AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College, part-time during the day. The course takes one year to complete, fitting around other commitments. You'll study the core principles of accounting, covering double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing, and how businesses manage their finances. This is the recognised entry point for a career in accounting and finance. The level 2 AAT accounting qualification is assessed through computer-based exams set by AAT.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
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 understand the principles of costing and how businesses control costs.
You'll use accounting software to record and retrieve financial data.
You'll reconcile accounts and identify and correct errors in financial records.
You'll understand how VAT works and how to complete basic VAT returns.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at The Sheffield College, learning through a mix of taught input, practice exercises, and worked examples. Assessment is through computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. Each unit has its own exam, which you sit when you're ready. There are no coursework assignments or portfolios for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments for a business
Bookkeeper, maintaining day-to-day financial records
Finance administrator, supporting a finance team with data entry and reconciliation
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk, tracking customer payments and chasing debts
Payroll administrator, helping process staff wages and records
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 2. Covers more complex accounting tasks and opens the door to roles with greater responsibility.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. For those aiming at senior finance roles or self-employment as an accountant.
ACCA or CIMA qualifications. Professional chartered accountancy routes for those who want to qualify as a fully chartered accountant.
