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Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course Online

CostFREE
Duration30 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
Start3 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course. Study online, part-time, at your own pace. This free AAT bookkeeping course runs over 30 weeks and covers all the core areas of bookkeeping, from recording transactions to understanding double-entry principles. You study online, so there are no fixed classroom sessions to travel to. Before you start, you'll attend a short in-person Meet the Team session at the centre, which you can book by calling 01375 372476. You'll come away with practical bookkeeping skills that employers look for in finance and accounts roles.

Who this course is for

"This online course is designed to ensure you obtain a sound knowledge of bookkeeping, developing the necessary practical skills to understand all areas of the subject, while also providing support and guidance to help you progress into employment.

Prior to the course (if you have not completed the Prep for L2 course) you will need to come in to Meet The Team - these sessions could last 3 hours. You will need to book a session by emailing [email protected] or calling 01375 372476."

Entry requirements

"You must have good skills/knowledge at the previous level.

You will need to come in to Meet The Team - these sessions could last 3 hours. �You will need to book a session via the enrolment button on our website, or by calling 01375 372476."

What you will learn

  • You'll record financial transactions accurately using bookkeeping principles.
  • You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping to a range of business scenarios.
  • You'll prepare and balance ledger accounts.
  • You'll understand the purpose and structure of a trial balance.
  • You'll process sales, purchases, and cash transactions.
  • You'll develop the practical skills needed to work in a bookkeeping or accounts role.

How you will learn

You study online at your own pace over 30 weeks. The course combines structured learning materials with practical exercises to build your bookkeeping skills. Assessment is through AAT examinations, which test your knowledge and practical understanding of bookkeeping. The centre will guide you through the process and provide support as you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Thurrock Council will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper: maintain financial records for a business or organisation
  • Accounts assistant: support a finance team with day-to-day transactions
  • Purchase ledger clerk: process and record supplier invoices and payments
  • Sales ledger clerk: manage customer accounts and incoming payments
  • Payroll administrator: handle employee pay records and calculations
  • Finance administrator: general financial admin across a range of sectors

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: broadens your accounting knowledge beyond bookkeeping and is a natural next step if you want to work across a wider range of finance tasks.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: takes you into more advanced accounting, including financial statements and management accounting, and opens doors to senior finance roles.
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