Bookkeeping Level 2 Certificate

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This programme is an excellent entry point for anyone wishing to start a career in accountancy or finance. It may also support career progression for those already in employment by formally recognising their skills in manual bookkeeping.

Manual bookkeeping underpins all accountancy and finance roles. Studying this qualification will help you to develop a strong foundation of bookkeeping knowledge and skills needed to work in accountancy and finance or to go on to study higher-level bookkeeping or accountancy. This programme will enable you to confidently carry out typical bookkeeping transactions and tasks. You will also gain an understanding of how typical tasks are automated through use of accounting software or allow them to progress to the Bookkeeping Level 3 qualification or move to the full AAT qualification.

  • Description

    Throughout the programme you will discover an Introduction to Bookkeeping and Principles of Bookkeeping Controls.

    Introduction to Bookkeeping - You'll get an introduction to the double-entry bookkeeping system and the associated documents and processes. You will reach the stage of extracting an initial trial balance before any adjustments are made.You'll develop the skills necessary to operate a manual double-entry bookkeeping system and a strong foundation for progression to more advanced manual and computerised activities.

    Principles of Bookkeeping Controls - You'll learn about control accounts, journals and methods of payment. It takes you through reconciliation processes and the use of the journal to the stage of redrafting the trial balance, following initial adjustments. It covers more complex bookkeeping procedures, which will enable you to develop an understanding of the relationship between the various accounting records and consolidate your knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping. You will gain the confidence they need to perform well in the workplace and be prepared for greater responsibility.

  • Entry Requirements

    You'll have an interest in data and figures and a basic ability in numeracy with an excellent eye for detail.

  • Qualification

    AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping

  • Progression

    You may wish to progress to the AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping qualification or, with relevant experience, transfer to the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting qualification. You may also use this qualification to gain related employment in an introductory accounts role.

  • Assessment

    There is a formal external exam held in the College at the end of the unit. However, prior to this, mock exams and homework will be organised to prepare candidates for the final exam.

  • Home Study

    Lecturers will set exercises to be completed at home and reviewed the following week. You may wish to undertake self-study outside of classroom hours. Approximately three hours a week of non-class work is recommended.

  • Work Placement

    You do not need to be in relevant work to undertake this course although having some knowledge of bookkeeping in a work situation would be an advantage.

  • Fees and Additional Costs

    In addition to the course fees, there is a qualification fee payable directly to AAT of £68 and exam registration fees of £126, that are payable to the College.

  • Programmes currently in progress

    Please be aware that this course has already started. Please call 01635 845000 to check if spaces are available

    Code Day Start End Times Fees*
    CL2BOOK 242501 Monday 09/01/2025 04/03/2025 09:00 - 16:45 £828

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Fee information

16 - 18 year olds

In most cases, students aged 16-18 on a full-time study programme (including T Levels) will not be required to pay fees, and the College will fund most course-specific equipment and materials. This excludes stationary, non-curriculum trips and a £15 College Subscription.

19 years and over

Students aged 19 years and over may be required to pay fees. Our Fees, Funding and Financial Support page has details on financial support, fee remissions and loans. Please note that some courses may have additional registration, examination and/or materials fees. Where we have been unable to provide these additional costs in this information, they will be discussed with you before enrolment.

Funded programmes

Where course fees are fully funded (for example Maths, English and Essential Digital Skills), the course is free of charge to students, subject to eligibility.

Skills Bootcamps

Skills Bootcamps are fully funded and free of charge to learners. Employers who want to use Skills Bootcamps to train their existing employees contribute to the cost of training. See the Fees and Additional Costs for more information.

Fee information

Skills Bootcamps

Skills Bootcamps are fully funded and free of charge to learners. Employers who want to use Skills Bootcamps to train their existing employees contribute to the cost of training. See the Fees and Additional Costs for more information.