AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Chesterfield – Chesterfield College
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration16 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Chesterfield College lists a fee of £345 if you're not eligible. Contact Chesterfield College for more info.
AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at Chesterfield College, part-time during the day. Adult funding may be available depending on your circumstances, so fees may apply for some learners. The course runs over 16 weeks and covers the core skills employers expect from a bookkeeper. You'll work toward a level 2 aat bookkeeping qualification recognised by finance employers across the UK. Entry typically requires GCSE grades 4 to 9 (or A to C) in English and maths, though if you're 19 or over with some finance work experience, this may not be essential.
Who this course is for
Adult Learners
Entry requirements
GCSE A-C/9-4 in English and maths, however this may not be essential for students over 19 with some finance work experience.
What you will learn
You'll record financial transactions accurately using double-entry bookkeeping
You'll process sales and purchase ledgers
You'll reconcile bank statements and identify discrepancies
You'll understand VAT principles and how to apply them
You'll prepare and balance control accounts
You'll use journals to record transactions outside the main ledgers
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Chesterfield College during the day. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, practical exercises, and written assessments. AAT assessments are computer-based and sat under exam conditions. Your tutor will guide you through each topic before you move on to the next.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chesterfield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper: maintain day-to-day financial records for businesses
Accounts assistant: support finance teams with transactions and reconciliations
Purchase ledger clerk: process supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: manage customer invoices and receipts
Payroll administrator: handle employee pay and deductions
Finance administrator: general financial admin across a range of sectors
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: the broader AAT Level 2 qualification covering additional accounting topics alongside bookkeeping.
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: the natural next step after Level 2, covering advanced bookkeeping, final accounts, and management accounting. Opens the door to roles such as accounts technician.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: for those aiming toward senior finance roles or part-qualification for ACCA or CIMA.
