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Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Harrow

CostFREE
Duration5 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start27 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Harrow. Evening classes run at Stanmore College, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course runs over 5 months part-time. You'll cover bookkeeping transactions, processing invoices and payments, bank reconciliation, and bookkeeping software. The level 2 AAT bookkeeping qualification is recognised by employers across finance and accounting, and the AAT bookkeeping classes are a solid starting point for a career in accounts or payroll.

Who this course is for

The AAT Bookkeeping Certificate Level 2 course will help you develop key bookkeeping skills that are essential for working in finance. You will learn how to record financial transactions, manage ledgers, and understand essential bookkeeping principles.

The course covers:

Understanding bookkeeping transactions Processing invoices and payments Using bookkeeping software Reconciling bank statements Understanding financial documents

This course is ideal for you if you’re looking to start a career in finance, improve your bookkeeping skills, or gain a recognised qualification to enhance your job prospects. Bookkeeping is a valuable in-demand skill for businesses of all sizes.

Upon completion of this course you can progress to study the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. You will also be able to apply for jobs in finance, such as bookkeeper, accounts assistant, or finance administrator. With more experience you can move towards becoming an accountant or payroll officer.

This qualification is ideal for you if you’ve completed Level 2. It’s also suitable if you’re at an intermediate level and looking to advance your accounting skills, or if you’re already working in finance and are seeking formal recognition of your expertise.

What you will learn

  • You'll record financial transactions accurately in ledgers.
  • You'll process invoices and payments following standard bookkeeping procedures.
  • You'll reconcile bank statements against financial records.
  • You'll work with bookkeeping software used in finance roles.
  • You'll understand key financial documents and how they relate to each other.
  • You'll apply core bookkeeping principles to real financial scenarios.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Stanmore College on evenings. Teaching covers bookkeeping theory and hands-on practice with financial documents and software. Assessment is through AAT's set assessments, which are taken online under controlled conditions. You'll be assessed on bookkeeping transactions and controls, and on using accounting software.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper: maintain financial records for businesses of all sizes.
  • Accounts assistant: support a finance team with day-to-day transactions.
  • Purchase ledger clerk: process supplier invoices and payments.
  • Sales ledger clerk: manage customer accounts and receipts.
  • Payroll administrator: handle employee pay using financial records.
  • Finance administrator: general finance support across an organisation.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: broadens your accounting knowledge beyond bookkeeping, covering costing and the wider accounting cycle.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: the next step toward a technician-level accounting role, covering financial statements, tax, and management accounting.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: prepares you for senior finance roles and partial exemptions from ACCA and CIMA exams.
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