Free AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course. Study online, at your own pace, fitting learning around your other commitments. This free AAT certificate accounting course covers daily bookkeeping tasks, manual double entry bookkeeping, and the documents and processes involved, taking you through to Trial Balance. It is a strong starting point for anyone building a career in accounting or finance. The course typically takes around 4 hours to complete. You'll need to be aged 19 or over as at 31 August in the current academic year to qualify for funding, and further eligibility may depend on where you live and your income.
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 develop the skills to manage books accurately and effectively.
You'll work through accounting records up to Trial Balance level.
You'll build a solid foundation in the principles of accounting.
How you will learn
You study entirely online, working through the course material at your own pace. Assessment is set by AAT and is based on the knowledge and skills covered in the qualification. Contact the centre directly for details on how assessments are scheduled and submitted for this online delivery.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper. Maintain financial records for businesses day to day.
Accounts assistant. Support an accounts team with routine financial tasks.
Purchase ledger clerk. Process supplier invoices and manage payments.
Sales ledger clerk. Record customer payments and chase outstanding invoices.
Payroll administrator. Help manage employee pay records and calculations.
Finance administrator. Handle financial paperwork and data entry in an office.
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 Diploma in Professional Accounting. Builds toward full AAT membership and opens doors to senior finance roles.
Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) full membership. Completing the full AAT qualification suite leads to MAAT status, recognised by employers across the finance sector.
