Free AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Exeter – Exeter College

CostFREE
Duration216 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

Free AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Exeter. Classes run at Exeter College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 126 hours, giving you a manageable pace that fits around other commitments. You'll study the core principles of accounting, including double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing, and using accounting software. AAT is the qualification employers look for in accounting and finance roles, and this level 2 aat certificate accounting qualification is your starting point. Completing the course earns you the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.

Who this course is for

For details about AAT CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTING - LEVEL 2, please see the College Website (Courses can be found under the 16-18 / Adults / University tabs or use the search box at the top of the screen or use the screen). Alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor.

Entry requirements

See website for futher details

What you will learn

  • You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping to record financial transactions accurately.
  • You'll prepare and process basic financial documents, including invoices and receipts.
  • You'll use accounting software to manage financial data.
  • You'll understand the principles of basic costing and how costs are classified.
  • You'll reconcile accounts and identify discrepancies.
  • You'll work with VAT returns and understand how VAT applies to transactions.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Exeter College. Learning is delivered through taught lessons, practical exercises, and computer-based assessments. AAT assessments are taken online and are set and marked by AAT. You'll be assessed throughout the course rather than in one final exam, which means your progress is tested as you go.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Exeter 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 businesses
  • Finance administrator: supporting finance teams with data entry and reporting
  • Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments
  • Sales ledger clerk: recording customer payments and chasing debts
  • 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 management accounting, tax, and financial reporting. Many employers support staff to study this alongside work.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: takes you to technician level and can open routes toward chartered accountancy qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA.

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