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Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Ipswich

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Ipswich. Classes run at Ipswich Learning Centre in the evenings, so you can fit study around your existing commitments.

The course covers double-entry bookkeeping, purchase and sales ledgers, and the basics of VAT. You'll also learn how to balance accounts and produce simple financial statements. There are no entry requirements, so no prior experience is needed. The course runs over two years, part-time.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping.

Who this course is for

This qualification is intended for those either working or aspiring to work, in a bookkeeping position to gain an understanding of the processing role. It is the progression route through the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualifications for those with AAT Level 1 Access, or for those without the experience of double entry book keeping. The course is delivered by an experienced, supportive team of qualified and experienced staff at Ipswich Centre in Ipswich.Please "APPLY ONLINE" as soon as possible to secure your place for the next academic year!

Entry requirements

Unlike other qualifications there are no entry requirements with AAT and you don't need relevant work experience. This means that this course is ideal if you are leaving school, returning to work or thinking about a change in career.Please feel free to use the link below, which will help you determine which level qualification is most suitable for you:AAT Skillcheck | AATOverall, useful strengths for accounting include: confidence with numbers, time management, attention to detail, an ability to

What you will learn

  • You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping principles to record financial transactions.
  • You'll process entries in purchase ledgers and sales ledgers.
  • You'll calculate and record VAT on transactions.
  • You'll balance accounts and carry out period-end procedures.
  • You'll produce a trial balance from ledger accounts.
  • You'll understand the role of bookkeeping within a business.

How you will learn

You'll attend evening classes at Ipswich Learning Centre. Learning is classroom based, with tutor-led sessions covering bookkeeping theory and practical exercises. AAT uses a combination of computer-based assessments and written tasks to test your knowledge. You'll sit assessments at set points during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ipswich Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper, maintains day-to-day financial records for a business.
  • Accounts assistant, supports the finance team with ledger processing.
  • Purchase ledger clerk, manages supplier invoices and payments.
  • Sales ledger clerk, handles customer invoicing and receipts.
  • Payroll administrator, runs payroll for a small employer.
  • Finance administrator, handles financial admin across a range of tasks.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping, the next step for those focusing on bookkeeping.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, a broader qualification covering management accounting and financial statements.
  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting, for those aiming toward senior finance roles or further professional study.
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