Accounting Level 2

The Accounting course programme will offer students the opportunity to gain valuable skills to enter the work place in a business, accounting or finance environment, while achieving a nationally recognised qualification that could ultimately lead to the full level 2 AAT Accounting qualification and AAT membership. The programme is suitable for students who are looking to develop both their accounting and finance skills and is particularly suitable for younger learners focused on pursue a career in the financial world.

This programme is based at our Colchester campus and delivered over three-four days using classroom-based teaching and industry case studies and activities. It will include visits to appropriate institutions e.g. The Bank of England and guest speakers from a financial and business background.

Work experience and developing your English and maths skills is an integral and mandatory part of the course.

Please note: Students will be required to become student members of the AAT and this needs to be paid at the beginning of the year.  For further information on student fees, membership criteria and to undertake the AAT skills check, please visit www.aat.org.uk

Learners who have any criminal or civil convictions, have been subject to a Debt Relief Order, County Court Judgements or have entered into an arrangement with their creditors should contact the AAT to discuss their membership application.

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Accounting Level 2
Course Outline: Bookkeeping transactions and controls, computerised accounting, costings, business communications, business law and financial capability
LevelLevel 2
LocationColchester
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Campus / Adult Skills CentreColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember 2025
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £1,151
Course Content

The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting course consists of the following units:

  • Introduction to Bookkeeping
  • Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
  • Principles of Costing
  • The Business Environment (synoptic)

It is vital that students aiming for accreditation of the AAT Accounting Certificate Level 2 and eventual AAT membership attend all lectures.

In addition, elements of level 3 will be covered during this course.

Pass mark is 70% per unit, graded pass, merit, distinction.

Assessment is achieved by external based exams (4 exams in total)

Entry Requirements
  • 4 GCSEs (9-4), including English Language and Maths
  • An interview
Career Opportunities

On completion of the qualification, students can work in many roles including:  Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable and Expenses Supervisor, Accounts Payable Clerk, Assistant Accountant, Audit Trainee, Bookkeeper, Corporate Recovery Analyst, Credit Controller, Finance Assistant, Insolvency Executive, Payroll Administrator, Payroll Supervisor, Practice Bookkeeper and Payroll and Tax Assistant.

Course Progression

Successful students will be able to progress onto an Apprenticeship or a Full-time programme in order to further their knowledge and skills.

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