Free AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Catterick Garrison. Evening classes run at Catterick Library & Information Centre, part-time to fit around your existing commitments. This is the AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Qualification, covering daily bookkeeping tasks from the ground up. You'll work through manual double entry bookkeeping, the documents and processes that support it, and build up to Trial Balance. Classes run for 4 hours per session.
Who this course is for
The aim of this qualification is to introduce you to daily bookkeeping tasks.
You will develop skills and knowledge to manage books effectively. It includes manual double entry bookkeeping, associated documents and processes, up to Trial Balance.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice,further eligibility may be linked to where you live and your individual income.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to record financial transactions using manual double entry bookkeeping.
You'll understand the documents and processes involved in day-to-day bookkeeping.
You'll work with accounts up to Trial Balance level.
You'll develop the skills to manage books accurately and consistently.
You'll gain a grounding in how financial records are structured and maintained.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based, delivered in the evening at Catterick Library & Information Centre. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions covering bookkeeping theory and practical exercises. Assessment for the AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Qualification is through AAT's computer-based exams, which you sit when you're ready. Your tutor will guide you through the material and help you prepare for each assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Catterick Library & Information Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper. Maintain day-to-day financial records for a business.
Accounts assistant. Support a finance team with routine transactions.
Purchase ledger clerk. Process supplier invoices and payments.
Sales ledger clerk. Record customer payments and chase outstanding invoices.
Finance administrator. Handle financial admin across a range of sectors.
Payroll assistant. Process employee pay using financial records skills.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 2, covering more complex accounting tasks including final accounts and tax.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Takes you to technician level and opens doors to roles in management accounting and finance.
AAT membership. Completing the full AAT qualification route can lead to AAT membership, recognised by employers across the UK.
