Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Burton-on-Trent. Classes run at Burton Town Centre Campus, part-time during the day. You'll study bookkeeping transactions and bookkeeping controls, building the practical knowledge that employers look for in finance and accounts roles. The level 2 AAT bookkeeping qualification is a recognised step into accounting work. It's free for eligible learners, though a one-off AAT registration fee applies separately. Applicants are asked to have at least four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including GCSE Maths at grade 4 or a Level 2 equivalent. The course runs over 12 weeks.
Who this course is for
The course covers an introduction to bookkeeping controls and bookkeeping transactions. This course can support those involved in bookkeeping for themselves or employers, from which you can progress to complete further units in accounting or complete a foundation certificate in accounting.
Days and times may be subject to slight change. Please contact us for confirmed dates.
Please note: Learners will be required to pay an additional one-off registration fee of £68 directly to the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT).
This one-off registration fee will give you access to the qualification for its lifetime, typically four to five years, and access to the study support resources, and enable you to sit the qualification assessments.
For more information on this AAT registration fee please "https://www.aat.org.uk/qualifications-and-courses/bookkeeping/level-2-certificate-bookkeeping" click here.
Entry requirements
It is desirable for Applicants to have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or an equivalent qualification including GCSE maths grade 4 or level 2 equivalent in maths.
What you will learn
You'll record financial transactions accurately using double-entry bookkeeping
You'll understand the principles of bookkeeping controls and why they matter
You'll process sales and purchase ledger entries
You'll reconcile accounts and identify discrepancies
You'll prepare and check basic financial records for a business
You'll use day books and the journal to record transactions
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Burton Town Centre Campus. The course is assessed by computer-based assessments set by AAT. These are taken at an approved assessment centre. Your AAT registration fee covers access to the assessments and AAT's own study support resources for the lifetime of the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Burton Town Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will also need to pay a one-off AAT registration fee directly to the Association of Accounting Technicians before you sit your assessments.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper: maintaining day-to-day financial records for a business
Accounts assistant: supporting a finance team with transactions and ledgers
Purchase ledger clerk: processing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: recording customer payments and chasing debts
Payroll assistant: processing employee pay with financial accuracy
Finance administrator: handling financial admin across a range of sectors
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting: broadens your accounting knowledge beyond bookkeeping and is the natural next step after this Course.
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting: moves into more complex financial processes, management accounting, and tax. Many employers look for this level for senior accounts roles.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the highest AAT level, covering financial statements and budgeting, and a route toward chartered accounting study.
