AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course at The Old Malthouse

CostFREE
Duration19 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Grantham. Classes run at The Old Malthouse, part-time during the day. The course runs over 19 weeks, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll cover the core skills employers look for in bookkeeping and accounting roles, including recording transactions, working with accounts, and understanding basic financial documents. This free AAT bookkeeping course is open to Greater Lincolnshire residents. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you. AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping with certificate.

Who this course is for

This course is for Greater Lincolnshire residents only. Level 2 Bookkeeping For more information please visit www.2aspire.org.uk as this can contain more detail. Thank you for your enquiry.

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 cash books
  • You'll understand VAT and how to apply it to transactions
  • You'll produce trial balances and basic financial summaries
  • You'll use bookkeeping software and manual methods to manage accounts

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at The Old Malthouse during the day. Learning is supported by practical exercises and worked examples. Assessment is through AAT's set assessments, which are computer-based and taken at an approved centre. You'll be assessed on your ability to apply bookkeeping techniques accurately rather than sitting a traditional written exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Old Malthouse will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper: manage day-to-day financial records for businesses
  • Accounts assistant: support a finance team with transactions and ledgers
  • 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 business

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: broader accounting qualification covering costing and computerised accounts alongside bookkeeping.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: the next step toward a career as an accounts technician, covering financial statements, tax, and management accounting.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: prepares you for senior finance roles and partial exemptions toward chartered accountancy qualifications.

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