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Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Stoke-on-Trent

CostFREE
Duration19 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start18 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Stoke-on-Trent. Classes run at Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus, part-time during the day.

The course runs over 19 weeks and covers the core principles of bookkeeping. You'll learn how to record financial transactions, balance accounts, and work with basic accounting documents. No previous accounting experience is required. An initial assessment checks that your numeracy and literacy are at a suitable level before you start.

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

Who this course is for

Course Overview This AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Foundation course is an entry-level bookkeeping qualification, ideal for anyone who is seeking an introduction to basic bookkeeping principles and skills. This course is delivered in the classroom. This Level 2 course is part-funded, so the cost for students is reduced. On successful completion of this course, you might be eligible for a fully funded Level 3 course. Please see information on progression below. Please note:

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, although an initial assessment will be conducted to ensure a suitable level of current numeracy and literacy skills are already in place, to ensure you do well on this course. Previous knowledge of accounting or a Level 1 Bookkeeping qualification would be advantageous but not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll record financial transactions accurately using double-entry bookkeeping.
  • You'll process sales and purchase ledgers.
  • You'll balance accounts and prepare a trial balance.
  • You'll work with basic accounting documents such as invoices and receipts.
  • You'll understand the principles of VAT and how it applies to business transactions.
  • You'll use control accounts to check the accuracy of records.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom sessions at Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus during the day. Learning is tutor-led, with exercises and practice tasks to build your skills. Assessment is through AAT's set assessments, which test your knowledge and practical bookkeeping skills. You'll sit these assessments during the course.

What you will need to bring

Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper, maintains financial records for a business.
  • Accounts administrator, handles invoicing, payments, and account queries.
  • Finance assistant, supports a finance team with day-to-day transactions.
  • Purchase ledger clerk, processes supplier invoices and payments.
  • Sales ledger clerk, manages customer accounts and incoming payments.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping, the natural next step if you want to go deeper into financial accounting and work toward more senior roles. The provider notes you may be eligible for a fully funded Level 3 course on completion.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, a broader qualification covering management accounting, tax, and financial statements, suited to those aiming for an accounts technician role.
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