AAT Level 2 and 3 Bookkeeping

Course Codes

AAT054 / AAT055

Gain a recognised bookkeeping qualification with this AAT Level 2 and 3 Bookkeeping bundle course to help you stand out from the crowd!

Gain this AAT Level 2 and 3 Bookkeeping qualification from one of the most respected and widely known awarding bodies worldwide.
Ideal for those looking to develop their bookkeeping knowledge and skills, or for those progressing from the AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping.
AAT qualifications are recognised by all UK chartered and certified accountancy bodies and are widely sought after by employers.
Provides career development opportunities for entry-level bookkeepers, with the chance to progress to study accounting.
Achieve this qualification from the comfort your own home, at your own pace.
If you add your exams to your enrolment, we will book and pay for them for you!

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This AAT Level 2 and 3 Bookkeeping bundle qualification has been designed for those with little experience or knowledge of bookkeeping who wish to achieve a career in the field. Whether you are new to bookkeeping, or someone who is looking to develop their skill set to benefit their business, this course is ideal for you.

AAT is the world’s leading professional membership body for accounting technicians, working with members around the world. Their qualifications are highly sought-after and as an AAT qualification, this accredited course will help you to progress in your career.

During your studies on this course, you’ll learn how to process customer and supplier transactions, as well as receipts and payments. You’ll also learn more about bookkeeping controls such as journals, control accounts, and bookkeeping systems. When moving on to your level 3 studies, you’ll learn about double-entry bookkeeping, how to distinguish between financial recordings and reporting requirements of different types of organisations, and the implications of tax errors and omissions.

You will need to complete your AAT exams to complete and achieve your qualification. You can choose to add your AAT exams on to your enrolment. If you do not add your exams to your enrolment, you will be responsible for booking and paying for your exams.

Course Duration

Up to two years.

Course Outcome

On successful completion of this course, you will receive the following qualifications: AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping, and AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping.

Entry Requirements

You must be aged 16 or over to enrol on this course.

Assessment

Eight tutor-marked assessments and four exams.

Course duration

Once enrolled, you have up to two years to complete your studies.

Study method

This course will be studied entirely via distance learning, meaning you will complete your learning either from home or a place that suits you. Full tutor support will be available via email, so if you have any questions or need some guidance, your tutor will be here to help. Your course materials will include a series of self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked questions to allow both yourself and your tutor to monitor your progress.

You will pay a one-off registration fee which will give you access to the qualification for its lifetime, which is typically four to five years. Once you have registered with AAT for your student membership, you will have access to their library of online resources and additional support materials, including sample assessments to help you prepare for your exams.

Assessment

The qualification is assessed through eight tutor-marked assessments and four external exams, which you will complete at the end of your course. The computer-based exams must be sat under controlled conditions at an external examination centre. Your tutor will be able to help you decide when you are ready to take the assessments.

Booking your assessments

You can choose to add your exams to your enrolment. If you choose this option, we will book and pay for your exams for you. Our partner exam centres for students choosing to book their exams through us are based in Birmingham or Irthlingborough near Northampton. When choosing to add your exams to your enrolment, it is important to note that we are only able to book your exams at the specified centres in either Birmingham or Irthlingborough, and therefore, you must be prepared to travel to one of those centres to complete your exam.

Alternatively, if you choose not to add your assessments to your enrolment, you will need to book and pay for these separately.

Course outcome

Once you have successfully completed your tutor-marked assessments and exam, you will receive the following qualifications from The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT): AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping and AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping.

Awarding body

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) has been established for over 30 years and is the world’s leading professional membership body for over 130,000 accounting professionals. AAT’s vocational qualifications are recognised internationally and by all chartered and certified accountancy bodies in the UK.

What next?

The skills developed during this course will enable you to apply for the following roles:

Professional bookkeeper
Senior bookkeeper
Accounts manager
Ledger manager

Alternatively, you could progress to the next level of study by enrolling on the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting.

Comprehensive study guide.
Dedicated personal tutor support by email.
Dedicated learner services.

Assignment marking and feedback.
FREE CV critique service.
FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers.
FREE XO Student Discounts membership.
Exclusive Open Study College study pack including pen, highlighter, and notebook.

To sit your exams, you must join AAT as a student member, which will then give you access to their resources. If you add your exams to your enrolment, these are included within the cost. However, if you choose to book your exams separately, you must book and pay for them yourself.

More information on fees can be found on the AAT website.

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.