Accounting - Level 2 Certificate

The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (AQ2022) is an entry-level qualification that provides foundational knowledge in accounting and finance. It covers key areas such as introduction to bookkeeping, principles of bookkeeping controls, principles of costing, and the business environment. This course is ideal for beginners looking to start a career in accounting or progress to higher-level qualifications.

Topics covered can include:

• Introduction to bookkeeping
• Principles of bookkeeping controls
• Principles of costing
• The business environment

• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above (A*C) including English and Maths or the equivalent

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will be continuously assessed through skills tests and exams.

All end-of-unit assessments are externally assessed.  You must pass all 4 unit assessments to be awarded a grade (70-79 for a Pass, 80-89 for a Merit or 90+ for a Distinction). The marks achieved in the individual units contribute to your overall grade.

Aged 16-18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

On successful completion of this course, you could progress to a Level 3 course or an apprenticeship.

Skills developed through this qualification could lead to employment as:

• Accounts Administrator
• Accounts Assistant
• Accounts Payable Clerk
• Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk
• Trainee Accounting Technician
• Trainee Finance Assistant

Mohamed has been an Accounting lecturer at City and Islington College since 2016. Mo is a PGCE (Westminster University, London) qualified trainer and assessor and enjoys sharing knowledge and practical skills in Accounting and Finance. Mo’s philosophy is deeply rooted in staying current with industry developments through CPDs in Accounting and Education.

Mo is an ACCA/FCCA certified accountant with over 15 years in the public sector with skills in budgeting, financial reporting, and performance management underpinned by developing and implementing robust accounting systems to support internal controls and uphold ethical standards.

Mo also holds an ACCA Certificate in Digital Innovation for Finance (2023) and is certified in Business Objects Designer/Reporter/Supervisor and IBM Cognos reporting.

Mo has a passion for working in education and has supported over a thousand learners in Lifelong Learning and Employability. Mo’s career also spans adult education services (Haringey Adult Learning Service, North London), vocational training services (Mary Ward Centre, Central London), and Higher Education (University of Hertfordshire).

The teachers listed may change, these shown are an example of the teachers who teach on these programmes.