Bookkeeping Level 2 Certificate
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.
Alexander Harvey
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T Level Management and Administration
Eva Missanga
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T Level Management and Administration
Harry Suppo
I chose this course because it's the equivalent of three A Levels, which can get me into higher study after I go to college in a degree apprenticeship. More...
T Level Management and Administration
Joseph Booker
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Josie Badman
I enjoy the social aspects of my apprenticeship, for example, holding meetings and helping the agents on cases. The units have been relevant to my job role, which helps me to ensure that I have the knowledge to bring to my workplace.
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Lily Canning
During the T Level course, we have to complete 315 hours of work experience. It's allowed me to gain new skills, meet new people, develop an understanding of day-to-day operations in an office and try things I've never tried before. More...
T Level Management and Administration
Natasha Mathias
I love the freedom I’ve been given in my office environment to work and develop. When I first started, I was given my own set of suppliers to manage and deal with. Since then, I’ve been able to confidently contact them and sort out payments, queries etc. I also enjoy how everything I learn in college reflects my role in the office, helping me to further develop my skills.
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T Level Management and Administration
Tom Fountain
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T Level Management and Administration
Will Sandell
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T Level Foundation Year: Management and Administration
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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.
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Entry Requirements
You'll have an interest in data and figures and a basic ability in numeracy with an excellent eye for detail.
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Qualification
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
| Code | Day | Start | End | Times | Fees* |
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| CL2BOOK 242501 | Monday | 09/01/2025 | 04/03/2025 | 09:00 - 16:45 | £600 |
* Terms and conditions apply. The fees stated on this website are for guidance purposes only and should be checked before enrolment. Unless otherwise stated, fees shown are for tuition only, over one academic year. Where a course is longer than one academic year, the fees stated are for the first year, and the cost of the second or subsequent years will be discussed at interview. For details of fee remission for students over 19 click here. If you think you may be entitled to a concession or fee remission, or you would like more information on the additional costs associated with your chosen course, please contact us on 01635 845000 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..