Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Burton-on-Trent. Classes run at Burton Town Centre Campus, full-time during the day. The course is free if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply. Over 36 weeks, you will cover bookkeeping, payroll, accounting software, and costing, building the practical skills employers ask for. You will also develop your Microsoft Excel skills. Entry requires a minimum of four GCSEs at grade D or above, or Level 1 Functional Skills in English and maths, plus a successful interview and initial assessment.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Diploma in Accounting and Business offers students the opportunity to gain the skills demanded by employers, whilst achieving a nationally recognised qualification that could ultimately lead to the full AAT Accounting Qualification. The course will provide you with a range of basic accountancy, payroll and employability skills to support your entry into the workplace
Entry requirements
Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above (if this does not include English and maths these MUST be studied as part of the Level 2 programme) or Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent in English and maths; successful interview and initial assessment; successful completion of Level 1 programme (progressing learners).
What you will learn
You'll learn double-entry bookkeeping and how to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll use accounting software to process and manage accounts.
You'll calculate and process payroll.
You'll apply costing techniques used in everyday accounting work.
You'll build practical skills in Microsoft Excel for financial tasks.
You'll develop the employability skills employers look for in accounting and finance roles.
How you will learn
You will study in the classroom at Burton Town Centre Campus, with sessions running Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 9am to 4:30pm. Learning is through taught lessons, practical exercises, and coursework. Assessment is through AAT examinations and assignments set by AAT as part 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.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper: record and reconcile financial transactions for businesses.
Accounts assistant: support a finance team with day-to-day accounting tasks.
Payroll administrator: process employee pay and deductions.
Purchase ledger clerk: manage supplier invoices and payments.
Sales ledger clerk: track customer invoices and incoming payments.
Finance administrator: handle financial records and reporting in an office setting.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting: the natural next step after Level 2, covering advanced bookkeeping, tax, and management accounting.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the final AAT level, opening the door to full AAT membership and senior finance roles.
AAT Payroll qualifications: if you want to specialise in payroll after completing Level 2.
