Free AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Canterbury. Classes run at Canterbury College, part-time during the day, over 44 weeks. You'll cover double-entry bookkeeping, costing, and the business environment, building the practical accounting skills that finance employers look for. The four units are assessed through online exams set and marked by AAT. You need to pass all four to earn the qualification. AAT student membership is included, giving you access to study resources and professional support throughout. Grades are awarded as pass, merit, or distinction.
Who this course is for
The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting offers a starting point for anyone
who would like to pursue a career in accountancy and finance. You will be taught
the underpinning knowledge to enable you to progress further in accounting.
What you will learn
You'll learn how double-entry bookkeeping works in practice.
You'll apply bookkeeping controls to manage and check financial records.
You'll study the principles of costing and how businesses track costs.
You'll explore how accounting fits into the wider business environment.
You'll practise working with ledgers and financial documents used in real finance roles.
You'll develop the skills to sit online AAT exams with confidence.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom sessions at Canterbury College during the day. All four units are assessed through online exams, set and marked by AAT. You need to score at least 70% in each exam to pass. You must pass every unit to gain the qualification. Results are graded pass, merit, or distinction.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Canterbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and financial records
Bookkeeper: maintaining day-to-day financial records for a business
Finance administrator: supporting finance teams with data and reporting
Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: tracking customer accounts and receipts
Payroll administrator: processing employee pay and deductions
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting: the natural next step, covering more advanced financial statements, tax, and management accounting.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: prepares you for senior finance roles and is a route toward chartered accountancy qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA.
