AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course in Newham. Evening classes run at Newham College London East Ham Campus, part-time over 36 weeks. This course is part-funded, so your fee is reduced. Note that AAT registration, course books, and exam fees are not included in the course cost. You'll cover double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing, and business communications, building the accounting knowledge employers look for. The AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Classes run on evenings, so you can fit study around work or other commitments.
Who this course is for
You will also develop business communications and lifelong learning skills, applying what you learn on the course to the wider industry context. This course is assessed through computer-based exams and a synoptic assessment, which draws on and assesses knowledge and understanding from across the qualification.
On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded an AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting. This internationally recognised AAT qualification enables those working in accounting or those who looking to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical experience and the all-important certification often sought by employers.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSEs grades 9-4, including English language and Maths.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping.
AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping.
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 basic costing techniques to support business decision-making.
You'll understand VAT principles and how they apply in practice.
You'll develop business communications skills relevant to accounting roles.
You'll learn how to work within accounting systems and software environments.
You'll apply your knowledge across the qualification through a synoptic assessment.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at East Ham Campus, with evening sessions across 36 weeks. Assessment is through computer-based exams for each unit, plus a synoptic assessment at the end of the qualification. The synoptic assessment draws on knowledge from across the whole course. There are no coursework portfolios. You sit exams when you're ready, but resit fees apply if you need to retake.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newham College London East Ham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to register with AAT separately before you begin, and budget for course books and exam fees, which are not covered by the course cost.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and basic ledger entries
Bookkeeper: maintaining financial records for small businesses
Finance administrator: supporting finance teams with day-to-day tasks
Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: recording customer payments and chasing debts
Payroll administrator: processing employee pay with further training
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting: the natural next step, covering advanced bookkeeping, final accounts, and tax. Required before you can progress to AAT Level 4.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: prepares you for senior accounting roles and exemptions from some ACCA and CIMA exams.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping: a shorter qualification if you want to focus specifically on bookkeeping skills.
