Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Birmingham. Classes run at KBM Training And Recruitment Birmingham, full-time during the day. This level 2 AAT bookkeeping qualification covers double-entry bookkeeping, accounting documents, and bookkeeping controls. You'll study two units: Introduction to Bookkeeping and Principles of Bookkeeping Controls. The course takes around 2 months to complete. It's a recognised AAT bookkeeping certificate that employers in accounting and finance look for. Entry requirements include GCSEs at a good level and a relevant job role context.
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 correct books and ledgers.
You'll work with associated accounting documents and understand how they relate to each other.
You'll understand bookkeeping controls and how to check transactions for accuracy.
You'll develop knowledge of basic accounting practices used in day-to-day finance work.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at KBM Training And Recruitment Birmingham, full-time during the day. The course covers two units: Introduction to Bookkeeping and Principles of Bookkeeping Controls. Assessment is through AAT's set assessments for each unit. Practical training is built into the programme, giving you hands-on experience with real bookkeeping tasks alongside the taught content.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. KBM Training And Recruitment Birmingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper: maintaining financial records for a business
Accounts assistant: supporting a finance team with day-to-day tasks
Purchase ledger clerk: processing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: managing customer invoices and receipts
Payroll administrator: processing staff wages and records
Finance administrator: general financial admin in an office setting
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 advanced bookkeeping, final accounts, and indirect tax.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: prepares you for management accounting and more complex financial work.
