Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in London. Classes run at KBM Accountancy Training, Courses & Recruitment in London, full-time during the day. This level 2 AAT bookkeeping qualification covers double-entry bookkeeping, accounting documents, and ledger entries. The course takes around 2 months to complete. It covers two units: Introduction to Bookkeeping and Principles of Bookkeeping Controls. You'll need GCSEs at a good level and should be in a relevant job role to complete all units. AAT bookkeeping classes like these are a recognised starting point for a career in finance and accounts.
Who this course is for
KBM Training and Recruitment with the collaboration of KBM Chartered Certified Accountants & Registered Auditors and Institute of Financial Accountants, offers accounting work experience and AAT qualifications. The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping is a short qualification to help students develop essential bookkeeping skills. Once completed, they will have developed an understanding of basic accounting practices and techniques including double-entry bookkeeping.
Entry requirements
GCSE at good levels and in relevant job role to be able to complete all units required
What you will learn
You'll apply the double-entry bookkeeping system to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll process sales invoices and credit notes.
You'll enter transactions into the appropriate books and ledgers.
You'll work with associated accounting documents and understand their purpose.
You'll check transactions for accuracy before posting them.
You'll understand the principles of bookkeeping controls and how they protect financial records.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at the centre, with full-time daytime attendance over approximately 2 months. Learning is practical and hands-on, working through the two units that make up the qualification. Assessment is set by AAT and covers the knowledge and skills required for each unit. The centre will confirm the exact assessment format before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. KBM Accountancy Training, Courses & Recruitment in London will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper: record day-to-day financial transactions for businesses.
Accounts assistant: support a finance team with ledger and invoice work.
Purchase ledger clerk: process supplier invoices and payments.
Sales ledger clerk: manage customer invoices and receipts.
Finance administrator: handle financial records and reporting tasks.
Payroll assistant: process employee pay using bookkeeping principles.
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: adds two further units (Principles of Costing and The Business Environment) to complete the full Level 2 accounting qualification.
AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting: the next step for those wanting to move into more senior finance roles, covering financial statements, tax, and management accounting.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: prepares you for roles such as senior bookkeeper, finance manager, or assistant accountant.
