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AAT Bookkeeping Foundation Certificate

at South Devon College, Paignton · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate12 weeksPart time£543

What the college says

Start your journey into finance with the Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping. This qualification is ideal for anyone looking to begin a career in accountancy or finance. It’s also a great choice if you’re currently employed and want to formally recognise and build on your manual bookkeeping skills. Manual bookkeeping forms the core of all finance roles. Through this course, you’ll gain practical knowledge and confidence in handling everyday bookkeeping tasks, while also learning how these processes are increasingly supported by accounting software. What you’ll learn: The principles of double-entry bookkeeping How to accurately record financial transactions in the general ledger An understanding of automated processes in bookkeeping through software The foundations of sound financial record keeping This course lays a strong foundation for progressing to higher-level bookkeeping or accountancy qualifications and supports a pathway into finance-based roles across various sectors. Who is this course for? Those new to finance or bookkeeping Career changers looking to upskill Small business owners managing their own accounts

What you need to get on

You will be required to have achieved Maths at Level 1, You will be required to have achieved English at Level 1, You should have a genuine interest in this subject

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Vantage Point Main Building

    Long Road, Paignton, TQ4 7EJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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  • Centre for Health & Care Professions

    187 Newton Road, Torquay, TQ2 7FT

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Start dates

  • 15 September 2026 · Paignton
  • 6 January 2027 · Torquay
  • 22 April 2027 · Paignton

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