Free AAT Level 2 Certificate Accounting Course. Study online, at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. The course runs over 52 weeks and gives you the foundation knowledge in accounting and finance you need to move into work or progress to further study. You'll also develop business and personal skills that transfer across many sectors. A good working knowledge of maths and English is expected, and GCSEs are preferred. This free AAT certificate accounting qualification is a recognised starting point for a career in accountancy and finance.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is ideal for anyone wishing to study accountancy and finance alongside a range of complementary business and personal skills. The purpose of the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is to offer the foundation accounting knowledge needed to progress to employment or further study in accountancy and finance, alongside business and personal skills that are transferable to any sector and additional business knowledge relevant to accountancy.
Entry requirements
Good working knowledge of maths and English. GCSE's preferred
What you will learn
You'll learn the core principles of bookkeeping and double-entry accounting.
You'll understand how to process financial transactions accurately.
You'll develop skills in preparing and checking financial records.
You'll learn how VAT works and how to apply it in accounting tasks.
You'll build business knowledge relevant to accountancy and finance roles.
You'll develop transferable personal and professional skills applicable across sectors.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is through AAT's computer-based exams, which you sit when you're ready. The online format means you can study from home without travelling to a centre. You'll have access to learning resources throughout the 52-week course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University of Derby 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 accurate financial records day to day
Finance administrator, supporting a finance team with routine tasks
Payroll administrator, helping manage staff pay and records
Purchase ledger clerk, handling supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk, managing customer accounts and receipts
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 2, covering more advanced financial statements, tax, and management accounting.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. Takes you to technician level and can lead to exemptions from some ACCA and CIMA exams.
ACCA Qualification. For those aiming toward chartered accountant status after completing AAT study.
