Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in London – KBM Accountancy Training, Courses & Recruitment in London – Weekend

CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceWeekend
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in London. Weekend classes run at KBM Accountancy Training, Courses & Recruitment in London, so you can study on Saturdays or Sundays without giving up your working week. This level 2 AAT bookkeeping qualification covers double-entry bookkeeping, accounting documents, sales invoices, credit notes, and ledger entries across two units: Introduction to Bookkeeping and Principles of Bookkeeping Controls. The course takes around 2 months full-time. Entry requirements include GCSEs at good levels and a relevant job role.

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 accounting documents including sales invoices and credit notes.
  • You'll enter transactions into the correct books and ledgers.
  • You'll understand the principles of bookkeeping controls and how they keep records accurate.
  • You'll identify and correct errors in bookkeeping records.
  • You'll develop a working knowledge of basic accounting practices and techniques.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered face-to-face at the centre over the weekend. You'll work through the two units, Introduction to Bookkeeping and Principles of Bookkeeping Controls, with practical exercises covering real bookkeeping tasks. Assessment is set by AAT and includes computer-based exams for each unit. You'll need to pass both unit assessments to earn the Certificate.

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: maintain 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 invoicing and receipts
  • Payroll administrator: handle employee pay records and calculations
  • Finance administrator: general financial admin across a range of organisations

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: add 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 bookkeepers moving into more complex accounting work, covering financial statements, tax, and management accounting.
  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting: prepares you for senior finance roles and exemptions toward chartered accountancy qualifications.

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