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Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Ashton-under-Lyne

CostFREE
Duration23 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Ashton-under-Lyne. Classes run at Tameside College, part-time during the day.

The course runs over 23 weeks and covers two core units. The first introduces manual and digital bookkeeping systems, documents, and the principles of double-entry bookkeeping. The second builds on that foundation and explores bookkeeping controls. You'll need GCSE Maths at grade 4 or above to join. GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above is desirable.

You'll finish with an AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping.

Who this course is for

1) Introduction to Bookkeeping

This unit provides students with an understanding of manual and digital bookkeeping systems, including the associated documents and processes. Students will learn the basic principles that underpin double-entry bookkeeping systems.

Percentage contribution of this unit to the overall qualification grade: 50pc.

2) Principles of Bookkeeping Controls

This unit builds on the knowledge and skills acquired from studying Introduction to Bookkeeping and explores control accounts, journals and reconciliations. Students will develop the ability to prepare the value added tax (VAT) control accounts as well as the receivables and payables ledger accounts. They'll use the journal to record a variety of transactions, including the correction errors. Students will be able to redraft the initial trial balance, following adjustments.

Percentage contribution of this unit to the overall qualification grade: 50pc.

Entry requirements

You are expected to have achieved GCSE Maths Grade 4/C or above; GCSE English Language at grade 4/C or above is desirable.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how manual and digital bookkeeping systems work.
  • You'll learn the principles of double-entry bookkeeping.
  • You'll process bookkeeping documents and transactions accurately.
  • You'll apply bookkeeping controls to check and correct records.
  • You'll use day books, ledgers, and the trial balance.
  • You'll understand the purpose of control accounts and reconciliations.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Tameside College, with a mix of taught sessions and practice exercises. The qualification is assessed through two computer-based assessments, one for each unit. Each assessment contributes 50% to your overall grade. You'll sit these assessments when you're ready, under supervised conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Tameside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper, maintains financial records for a business.
  • Finance assistant, supports the accounts team with day-to-day tasks.
  • Accounts administrator, handles invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
  • Payroll administrator, processes wages and keeps payroll records accurate.
  • Purchase ledger clerk, manages supplier invoices and payments.
  • Sales ledger clerk, records customer payments and chases outstanding invoices.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping, the natural next step if you want to deepen your bookkeeping skills.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, a broader qualification covering management accounting, financial statements, and tax, and a route toward full AAT membership.
  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting, for those aiming at senior finance roles or a route into chartered accountancy training.
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