AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Birkenhead. Classes run at Wirral Met College, part-time during the day. This course is funded by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority's Adult Skills Fund, and many adults can study for free. Check eligibility before you apply. You'll study the first stage of the full AAT qualification, covering core accounting and finance skills recognised by employers internationally. The course takes around two years to complete at a manageable pace, fitting around other commitments. You'll finish with the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.
Who this course is for
Many adults can study this course for free. Check the 'Can I study for free?' section below to see if you're eligible. This course is funded by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority's Adult Skills Fund. This Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is the first part of the full AAT qualification. It is an internationally recognised professional course which will give you the skills to excel at a wide range of accounting and finance jobs.
Entry requirements
You must be 19 or over on or before 31st August to study on this course. To study a Level 2 qualification, you will need either: A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3/D, including English and Maths (or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths). A Level 1 Bookkeeping qualification with GCSE English and Maths at grade 3/D or above or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths or equivalent. Satisfactory interview and/or assessment. If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before
What you will learn
You'll learn how to process financial transactions accurately
You'll learn how to prepare and reconcile accounts
You'll develop skills in using accounting software
You'll understand VAT and how it applies to business transactions
You'll learn how to produce basic financial statements
You'll build knowledge of payroll processes and costing
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Wirral Met College. Learning is supported by a mix of tutor-led teaching and practical exercises. Assessment is through AAT's computer-based exams, which you sit at an approved test centre. Each unit is assessed separately, so you work through the qualification step by step.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wirral Met College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments day to day
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments
Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoices and receipts
Payroll administrator, calculating wages and deductions
Finance administrator, supporting a finance team with records
Bookkeeper, maintaining accurate financial records for a business
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting. The natural next step, covering more advanced management accounting and financial reporting skills.
AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting. Takes you to technician level and opens doors to roles with greater responsibility.
ACCA or CIMA qualifications. For those aiming toward chartered accountant status, AAT Level 4 provides a recognised entry route.
