Free AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Ashford. Classes run at EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road), part-time during the day. The course runs over 42 weeks and covers double-entry bookkeeping, costing, and working with purchase, sales, and general ledgers. You'll see how these processes work in real business settings. AAT student membership is included, giving you access to industry resources and professional recognition. All assessments are set and marked by AAT. This is a strong starting point for a career in accounting or finance.
Who this course is for
Begin your journey into accountancy or finance with this part-time Level 2 course, designed to teach you the basic knowledge and skills needed to start your career.
What you will learn
You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll work with purchase, sales, and general ledgers in business contexts.
You'll use basic costing techniques to support business decision-making.
You'll understand how accounting processes function across different types of organisations.
You'll develop the skills to work confidently with financial records and accounts.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road). Assessment is set and marked by AAT. Four units are assessed individually through end-of-unit exams. You'll also sit a synoptic assessment at the end of the course, which tests your understanding across all units covered.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road) will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments for a business
Bookkeeper, maintaining accurate financial records day to day
Finance administrator, supporting a finance team with core tasks
Payroll assistant, helping to process staff wages and records
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments
Sales ledger clerk, tracking customer invoices and receipts
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step, covering advanced bookkeeping, tax, and management accounting.
AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting. Prepares you for senior finance roles and exemptions toward chartered accountancy qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA.
ACCA Foundation Certificate in Accountancy. An alternative route into professional accounting for those who want to continue toward chartered status.
