AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting

AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting

Ready to launch your accounting career?The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, offered in partnership with DLC Training, will provide you with the ideal foundation for you to kick-start your career.

By studying this course with DLC Training, you will receive access to:

• A fully approved and accredited AAT provider - offering the qualification 100% online
• Self-paced study format, allowing you to study around your busy schedule
• One-to-one support with industry-expert tutors
• 12 months duration, so you can learn at your own pace (average completion time is around 6-9 months)
• Unlimited access to online course materials throughout your course duration
• Additional support from the Learning Support Team, dedicated to ensuring you succeed with your learning journey
• A personalised payment plan to suit your budget
• AAT assessments (additional fees apply)
• AAT Membership - AAT student membership provides you with a wealth of additional accounting resources (additional fees apply)

What You’ll Learn

This qualification provides a solid foundation in financial administration and essential accounting skills, covering key concepts such as double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing, and the management of purchase, sales, and general ledgers. This course prepares learners for roles such as Accounting Administrator, Accounting Assistant, and Trainee Accounting Technician.

Additionally, you will develop business and personal competencies relevant to accounting, with a strong focus on four critical themes integrated throughout the course: ethics, technology, communication, and sustainability.

Studying With DLC Training

Enjoy the flexibility of online learning - study anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. Plus, you’ll have full access to our expert Tutor and Support teams, who will provide advice and guidance throughout your accounting course.

Flexible Payment Options

If you’re looking to fund the qualification yourself, we offer flexible payment plans so you can spread the cost into manageable monthly instalments. Speak with a member of our Course Advisory Team today and they’ll be happy discuss accounting course options and payment plans available.

Join the thousands of students who have accelerated their learning journeys with DLC Training.

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“From my initial enquiry through to my enrolment, it has been a smooth and seamless process. I would highly recommend anyone thinking of doing a course with DLC to get in touch with them.” - Michael S

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Ready to Elevate Your Career?

Contact DLC Training today to learn more about accounting qualifications and how they can support your career development.

The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is accredited by the Association ofAccounting Technicians (AAT). Recognised globally, an AAT qualification is your ticket to standing out in a competitive job market.

AAT qualifications are highly respected by employers both in the UK and internationally, recognised for their ability to develop practical financial and accounting skills. Earning an AAT qualification can significantly enhance your career prospects, opening doors to new opportunities and paving the way for professional growth.

Level 2 Accounting Units

To achieve the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, you will need to successfully complete the following units:

Introduction to Bookkeeping

• Bookkeeping systems
• Processing customer transactions
• Processing supplier transactions
• Processing receipts and payments
• Processing transactions into the ledger accounts

Principles of Bookkeeping Controls

• Use control accounts
• Reconcile a bank statement with the cash book
• Use the journal
• Produce trial balances

Principles of Costing

• The cost recording system within an organisation
• Use cost recording techniques
• Providing information on actual and budgeted costs and income
• Tools and techniques to support cost calculations

Business Environment

• The principles of contract law
• The external business environment
• Corporate social responsibility (CSR), ethics, and sustainability
• The finance function within an organisation
• Producing work in appropriate formats and communicating effectively
• The importance of information to business operations

Support Duration

The average time to complete the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is 6-9 months, but you’ll have 12 months of dedicated support to ensure your success.

AAT Accounting Exams

Exams are computer-based and can be taken at any time throughout the year. You can choose whether to sit your accounting exams online using AAT remote invigilation or in person at an assessment centre. We can support you in deciding which option is best for you, and you’ll pay a fee for each exam.

The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is perfect for anyone looking to start a career in accounting. By completing the Level 2 Certificate, you'll gain a foundation in finance administration and core accounting skills, including double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing, and sales and purchase ledgers.

There are no formal requirements to study the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, but you should be at least 19. You should also have a keen interest in developing a career in accounting. Support and material are provided online and via eBook, therefore you must have access to the internet.

The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting will prepare you for roles such as:

• Trainee Finance Assistant - estimated salary range of £18,000 - £22,000 per annum
• Accounts Administrator - estimated salary range of £20,000 - £30,000 per annum
• Accounts Assistant - estimated salary range of £20,000 - £30,000 per annum
• Accounts Payable Clerk - estimated salary range of £22,000 - £30,000 per annum