Free Level 2 Business And Accounting Course in Truro

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC First Certificate in Business in Truro. Classes run at Truro College, full-time during the day.

The course runs for one year and covers organisational skills, marketing, financial skills, and how to present ideas clearly. You'll also study GCSE English and Maths where applicable. Topics are practical and relevant to a wide range of business roles. This business and accounting qualification gives you a solid grounding whether you're heading into employment or further study.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

Choosing to study the Progression 2 Business/Travel & Tourism qualification is a great decision for lots of reasons, particularly considering the nature of employment within Cornwall. The qualification will prepare you for many different careers by equipping you with organisational skills, marketing knowledge, the ability to present your ideas clearly and financial skills. The Progression 2 Business programme includes the Level 2 Certificate in Business, GCSE English and Maths where applicable to achieve Grade 4 or higher and the OCN Work Skills qualification.

We have trips built into the curriculum with students having the opportunity to take part in water sports team building activities at Elemental UK. Our department also runs trips to London, New York City and a ski trip to the Italian or French Alps every year.

Entry requirements

Three GCSEs at grade 3 including English and/or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop organisational and planning skills used in business settings.
  • You'll build marketing knowledge and learn how businesses promote themselves.
  • You'll practise presenting ideas clearly and professionally.
  • You'll gain financial skills relevant to business and accounting tasks.
  • You'll explore how businesses operate across different sectors.
  • You'll study GCSE English and Maths where applicable, alongside the main qualification.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Truro College. The BTEC First Certificate is assessed through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You'll complete units covering business topics and submit work throughout the year. There is no final written exam for the BTEC element.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Truro College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an organisation.
  • Customer service assistant, handles enquiries and supports customers directly.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver promotional activity.
  • Administrative assistant, manages records, correspondence, and office tasks.
  • Sales support assistant, assists a sales team with quotes and orders.
  • Accounts assistant, supports basic bookkeeping and financial administration.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Business, a natural next step for those wanting to go deeper into business study or progress to university.
  • Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship, combining work and study for those ready to move into employment.
  • A-Level Business Studies, for those who want a more academic route toward higher education.

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