The Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping provides an 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.
Overview
Start date: 14 January to 24 June - 9:30am to 3pm
Duration: Every Tuesday for 18 weeks
Course overview
The course provides an 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.
By completing this qualification, you will develop practical accountancy skills in the double-entry bookkeeping system and in using associated documents and processes. You will be able to check transactions for accuracy, make entries in appropriate books and ledgers and calculate sales invoices and credit notes. You will also cover more complex level bookkeeping procedures, including dealing with VAT, reconciliation and trial balances and will develop your understanding of the relationship between the various accounting records.
What you will do
This qualification comprises 2 mandatory units:
• Introduction to Bookkeeping
• Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
How you'll be assessed
All assessments are computer based.
Entry requirements
This course is suitable for those who have already completed the AAT Level 1 Award in Book-keeping. Learner should have a good standard of English and Math. Before joining the course, you will need to complete an assessment.
Paying for the course
If you’re on a low wage or receiving certain benefits you may qualify for a 100% or 70% concession. Speak to frontline staff to find out if you are eligible.
Course enrolment
We have online and face to face appointments available you will watch a short presentation followed by a short assessment in English and Maths. Please contact us on 0208 496 2974 to book an appointment.
What you can do after
The skills developed by studying this qualification will enable you to seek employment with confidence and/or to progress to the next level of learning.
Prosp Content
Once you have successfully passed the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping , you can progress to AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. Or you can progress to the AAT L3 Certificate in Bookkeeping.
Speak to your tutor for further guidance.
Career And Progression