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Level 2 AAT Certificate in Accounting (Part time)

at DCG, Derby · other provider

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate36 weeksPart time£1,836

What the college says

The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting part-time course at DCG is a great choice for those of you who wish to study accountancy and finance alongside a range of business and personal skills. AAT qualifications are ideal for students studying for a career in finance, people already working in accountancy and self-employed business owners. This qualification is designed to offer you the foundation accounting knowledge needed to progress to employment or further study in accountancy and finance, as well as transferable business and personal skills. This qualification is also ideal for those changing career who would like additional support in upskilling to enter, or re-enter, a business environment.AAT offers a bursary for anyone 16 years old or over – check your eligibility here: https://www.aat.org.uk/qualifications-and-courses/fees-funding/bursary Skills and Education Group https://www.skillsandeducationgroup.co.uk/foundation/ also provides grants which are designed to help overcome social barriers and allow those who wish to study to advance their skills in education.

What you need to get on

You will need a minimum of grade 4 (C) in Maths and a good standard of English at GCSE grade 4 (C) or above. You may have experience of working in an accounts office. You will be required to complete an interview prior to the course and AAT recommends that students use AAT Skillcheck to ensure that they’re ready to start on a particular qualification. The AAT Skillcheck will also be completed during the Induction Week with teaching staff. It would benefit you to have completed the Level 1 in

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

  • DERBY COLLEGE @ THE ROUNDHOUSE

    Roundhouse Road Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8JE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 8 September 2026 · Derby

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