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36 Weeks
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City Centre (Bath)

Part Time Qualifications - AAT Accounting Certificate L2

Course Type
Part Time Qualification
Campus
City Centre (Bath)
Level
Level 2
Duration
36 Weeks

Course Overview

Course ID:
4113

Do you want to progress your accounting career? This Level 2 Accounting Certificate will build your practical skills and confidence to take the next step.

You'll gain the employable skills for entry-level accounting roles and achieve a recognised qualification, so you can step into finance jobs with confidence.

Prices start at 765 for this course. Please read the funding and support section below for details on financial support.

Why should you take this course?

If you want to take the next step in finance, this course gives you the practical experience and knowledge to manage accounting tasks with confidence.

  • Achieve a respected qualification to access a higher-paying job role.
  • Build confidence to manage financial tasks on your own.
  • Develop practical software skills for the accounting work.
  • Progress to the Level 3 Accounting Diploma or take the next step in your career.
  • Boost your employability with practical, valued skills.

Interested in applying?

Offering Code:
S28ACC2/BDF1B
Offering Name:
AAT AccountingCertificate L2 (Jan) (Day) (Tue)
Start Date:
03/02/2026
End date:
02/02/2027
Day Of Week:
Tuesday
Start Time:
09:30
End Time:
15:00
Campus Name:
City Centre Campus (Bath)
Fee Rate 16 to 18 Fully Funded:
Fee Rate 19 Plus Fully Funded:
£0.00
Fee Rate 19 Plus Co Funded:
£765.00
Fee Rate Non Funded:
£1,836.00
Offering ID:
4113
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Frequently Asked Questions

Entry Requirements

This course is for adults aged 19 and over. You don't need any specific qualification to start, but a good standard of English and Maths will help you succeed.

You'll attend an interview to see if the qualification is right for you. Here, you can ask any questions you have about the course.

What topics are covered?

You'll develop the practical skills in bookkeeping and accounting software to boost your employability with a respected qualification.

  • Introduction to bookkeeping
  • Principles of bookkeeping controls, including control accounts, journals, and bank reconciliations
  • Principles of costing, including costing techniques and the concept of budgeting
  • Using accounting software
  • The importance of effective communication and ethics in business
  • Develop lifelong learning skills
  • Introduction to Business and Company Law
How will I be taught and assessed?

You'll learn in person with an expert tutor, so you receive guided support to help you throughout the course.

Assessments include computer-based tests and knowledge exercises. This gives you hands-on experience to prepare you for accounting work.

If you're unable to travel to campus to take your exam, you'll need to arrange this with another venue and pay a fee.

What can I do next?

This course is a progressive pathway to the Level 3 Diploma in Accounting or your first accounting role. After the course, potential opportunities include:

  • Accounts Administrator
  • Payroll Administrator
  • Purchase Ledger Clerk
  • Sales Ledger Clerk
  • Accounts Assistant
  • Payroll Officer
Are there any additional costs?
What else do I need to know?

You will need to register for AAT student membership to study this qualification.

To avoid disappointment, please make sure you apply for your chosen course early. Decisions regarding running or cancelling a course are made one week prior to the start of the course.

What is the aim of the course?

 

Fees and Funding

The full course cost is 1,836. If the course is co-funded, the fee is 765.

You may receive full funding if you:

  • Earn less than 25,700 per year
  • Are unemployed

You can get support with books, childcare, and travel costs through our bursary programme to fund your qualification.

What Students Say

''I did this course to help me gain the basic skills to get a career in accountancy, and it's really helped. I've managed to achieve a qualification and advice to help me get a job'' - Dan, AAT Accounting Certificate Level 2 student.

How would I be supported?
Future Ready - Employability Skills
No offerings available for this course.