Bookkeeping level 2 certificate (AAT)

The Bookkeeping Level 2 Award (AAT) provides an introduction to basic bookkeeping practices. The qualification includes understanding of financial statements, VAT and double-entry bookkeeping, essential for beginner bookkeeping roles.

Suitable for small business owners, entrepreneurs and beginner bookkeepers looking to formalise their skills and gain a recognised qualification.

Depending on the campus you study at, part of this course will be delivered through our flexible online and on-campus model with Mindful Education.

Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study.

Lessons last for around 45 minutes and are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life.

Practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help to enhance the learning experience further and learners should expect to spend around 4-5 hours studying independently online each week.

On campus, you benefit from regular classes with a college tutor without having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week.

Your tutor reviews what you have learnt during your online lessons and is on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessments.

Regular discussion with classmates helps to reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from being part of a group.

Please note that the scheduled day of the week for class may be subject to change.

Eligibility requirements

• Completion of the AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping qualification.
• If you have prior experience working in the accounting field and have performed bookkeeping tasks, your skills will be assessed to determine your suitability for Level 2. Acceptance is subject to meeting the entry requirements and a satisfactory interview outcome.
• It is desirable to have achieved a GCSE grade 4 (or equivalent) in both Maths and English. Alternatively, a skills test may be completed, requiring a Level 1, 2 or above outcome.
• Have an Essential Digital Skills qualification/knowledge (or willingness to undertake training if required).