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AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
ICS Learn

Advance your accounting career online – with AAT training that delivers.

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£699 inc VAT
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Study method
Online + live classes
Duration
12 months · Part-time
Qualification
AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting - Level 2
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Assessment details
  • Level 2 Certificate in Accounting - £265
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Overview

Get AAT qualified on your terms - 100% online.

The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is the perfect starting point for anyone new to finance and accounting. Whether you’re preparing for your first role in the industry or looking to build practical skills, this online course offers you the foundational knowledge you need to succeed. Among other in-demand skills, you'll learn how to:

  • Use double-entry bookkeeping
  • Record financial transactions
  • Process customer and supplier payments
  • Handle basic costing principles
  • Work with accounting software and spreadsheets

Why study with ICS Learn?

  • We're the world's most experienced distance learning provider
  • Study 100% online, at your own pace
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Qualification

AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting - Level 2

Regulated by Ofqual

Assessment details

Level 2 Certificate in Accounting

£265

You'll sit 1 computer-based exam per unit on this course (4 in total), either via remote invigilation or at an AAT exam centre near you.

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Description

To gain your AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, you'll study four key units, including:

  • Introduction to Bookkeeping
  • Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
  • Principles of Costing
  • The Business Environment

AAT Exams

You’ll sit 4 AAT exams in total for this course, ranging from multiple choice to written responses.

You can choose to sit your exams via remote invigilation or at an AAT exam centre near you. You’ll also complete online mock tests throughout your course to ensure you’re well-prepared for your exams.

Please note that your exam fees and AAT registration fees are not included in your course cost. However, if you'd like to bundle your registration fee into your overall course cost, our Course Advisors will be happy to help.

Who is this course for?

The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting offers you the real-world skills you need to start your accountancy career. It’s ideal for anyone looking to start in the finance industry, leading to entry-level roles including:

  • Accounts Assistant
  • Finance Administrator
  • Sales Ledger Clerk
  • Purchase Ledger Clerk
  • Payroll Assistant
  • Data Entry Clerk

This accredited online AAT course also sets you up for further learning, such as the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, and begins your journey toward full AAT membership.

Requirements

You don't need any prior experience or qualifications to enrol on the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. However, you should have reasonable numeracy and communication skills, as well as an interest in business and finance.

To enrol on this course, you should also be proficient in English and Maths, or have an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent if English is your second language.

Students must also have access to Microsoft Word and Excel to complete the course.

Career path

Completing the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting gives you a strong foundation to launch your accounting career with confidence. You’ll be able to:

  • Gain practical, job-ready accounting skills
  • Strengthen your CV with a recognised qualification
  • Stand out to employers in entry-level finance roles
  • Increase your earning potential as you progress
  • Prepare for further study at AAT Level 3 and beyond

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