Free AAT Level 2 Accounting Course in Liverpool – The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street

CostFREE
Duration1 year
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 Liverpool. Classes run at The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street, part-time during the day. This free AAT certificate accounting course runs over one year and introduces you to core accounting and finance skills. You'll cover bookkeeping, basic costing, and financial transactions. The level 2 AAT certificate accounting qualification is recognised by employers across the finance sector and can stand alone or lead to further AAT study. You must be aged 19 or over and hold GCSE English Language and Mathematics, plus a Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping or relevant work experience.

Who this course is for

The aim of this qualification is to introduce you to basic accounting and finance skills. This is a vocationally related, credit-based qualification that provides a valuable opportunity for you to develop skills, gain underpinning knowledge and understanding, as well as offering you further progression in the accounting and finance sectors. It can be a standalone qualification or a vehicle for progression to the Level Three Advanced Diploma. The course is designed for students who are 19 years or older and is suited to: • Those students who have successfully completed the Level One Award in Bookkeeping • Those who work in accounts and would like a formal qualification in the field • Students who would like to acquire new skills to help with a change in career • Learners who would like to become a graduate member of the AAT and eventually progress to chartered status in the accountancy profession. Once you have enrolled on the course, it is essential that you register with the AAT so that you can sit the AAT online assessments and access study resources. The course modules include: Module 1 - Bookkeeping Transaction Module 2 – Bookkeeping Control Module 3 – Elements of Costings Module 4 – Using Accounting Software Module 5 and 6 extend your learning further.

Entry requirements

You must be aged 19 or over. GCSE English Language and Mathematics. Level One Award in Bookkeeping or relevant work experience in the accounting or finance sector - which is at the discretion of the course tutor. If you are unsure of the entry requirements, or if you don't meet the criteria, please contact our Careers Advice and Guidance team who will be happy to help you find the best option for you. Email [email protected] or call 0151 252 3607.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of double-entry bookkeeping and how to record financial transactions.
  • You'll understand how to process sales and purchase ledgers.
  • You'll develop skills in preparing basic financial statements.
  • You'll learn how to handle petty cash and bank reconciliations.
  • You'll gain knowledge of basic costing techniques used in business.
  • You'll understand how VAT works and how to apply it correctly.
  • You'll build a foundation in accounting software and financial record-keeping.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street. Assessment is through a combination of computer-based exams and skills assessments set by AAT. Each unit is assessed separately, so you complete assessments as you progress through the course rather than all at the end.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street 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 financial records for small businesses
  • Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments
  • Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoices and receipts
  • Payroll administrator, processing staff wages and deductions
  • Finance administrator, supporting a finance team with day-to-day tasks

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step after this qualification. It covers more complex accounting tasks and opens doors to roles with greater responsibility.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. For those who want to move into senior finance roles or work toward chartered accountancy.
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualifications. AAT Level 4 can give you exemptions from some ACCA papers.

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