Accounting AAT Level 2 Part-time (Monday, flexible start dates)
Course Overview
Accounting AAT Level 2 Part-time (Monday, flexible start dates)
The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting follows on from the Bookkeeping AAT Level 2 and is the ideal next step for those wanting to pursue a career in accounting, offering a broad overview of principles and practices.
The Accounting AAT Level 2 course covers key skills such as communication, IT, and understanding the business environment. You will undertake the following modules to achieve this qualification:
Principles of Costing - This unit gives students an introduction to the principles of basic costing and builds a solid foundation in the knowledge and skills required for more complex costing and management accounting tasks. Students will learn the importance of the costing system as a source of information that allows management to plan, make decisions and control costs.
The Business Environment - This unit provides knowledge and understanding of key business concepts and their practical application.
Graduates are well-prepared for roles like Bookkeeper and Finance Assistant. This qualification sets a strong foundation for further study and career advancement.
The next start date for this course is Monday 26 January 2026.
Located at: Old Mill Lane campus
Course Start: Flexible start dates
Course length: 26 Weeks
Day(s) of study: Monday, at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Study Mode: Part-time
Course Code: QMANCAL201
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
This course costs £765. This course may be FREE to study depending on your circumstances; please see 'Other funding information' for more details. You will need to register with AAT. A cost will be payable directly to AAT
Aged 19 or over and thinking about studying a course?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees. Please visit the How to apply and fees page for further details.
Other funding information
Course Content
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
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If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.
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The course information on this page was last updated 16 January 2026.
