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Level 2 Certificate in Accounting - No Level 2 Entitlement

at Oaklands College, St. Albans · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate35 weeksPart time

What the college says

This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom. This Level 2 course is part-funded, so the cost for students is reduced. This qualification delivers a solid foundation in finance administration and core accounting skills, including double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing and an understanding of purchase, sales and general ledgers. Study method � Online and On Campus We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this course through our flexible Online and On Campus model. Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer � meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Lessons last for around 45 minutes and are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help to enhance the learning experience further and learners should expect to spend around 4-5 hours studying independently online each week. On campus, you benefit from regular classes with a college tutor � without having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your online lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Regular discussion with classmates will help to reinforce key points while also providing the additional supp

What you need to get on

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification although it is required that you have a minimum of Maths Level 2 and English Level 2. You do not need prior knowledge of Accounting Software packages or Level 1 Bookkeeping. You can test your knowledge at https://www.aat.org.uk/qualifications-and-courses/skillcheck

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

  • Oaklands College - St Albans Campus

    St Albans Campus Hatfield Road, St. Albans, AL4 0JA

    EveningClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · St. Albans

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