AAT Level 2 Accounting
Association of Accounting Technicians
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14-day FREE trial and then monthly payments. Cancel anytime.
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Billed every 3 months. Cancel anytime.
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12-months access - 25% discount


Earn up to
£37K
No minimum entry requirements
Average time to complete
6-18 months/level
Members worldwide
Over 130,000

Take the first step in becoming an AAT accredited accountant
With AAT graduates unlock the potential to earn up to £37,000 per year, AAT accreditation Is recognised and respected across the accounting world. The AAT Level 2 Accounting Certificate is the first step for those looking to acquire this sought-after qualification, equipping learners with all the knowledge, skills and expertise needed to begin their journey to AAT accreditation.
Who is the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting for?
- The AAT Level 2 qualification is suited to those who are looking to pursue a career in accounting - regardless of previous experience or existing accounting expertise – and want to study at their own pace.
What qualifications do you need to start an AAT course?
There are no formal qualifications or experience required to begin studying for the AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting. However, we do recommend that learners are over the age of 16 and are educated to GCSE level or equivalent before beginning the AAT Level 2 course.
What does the AAT Level 2 course cover?
Topics covered within the AAT Level 2 modules include:
Covering all the basics of accounting. You will study 4 compulsory units, plus take a synoptic assessment that tests understanding of connections between the different topics.
- Business Environment
- Introduction to Bookkeeping
- Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
- Principles of Costing
- Synoptic Assessment
What does the StaySharp AAT subscription include?
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Gain access all AAT levels and modules as part of your subscription - providing all the learning content you need to pass your exams.
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No financial tie-ins
Our flexible monthly payment plans allow you to stop and restart your subscription at any time.
No upfront costs or contracts - just a simple monthly subscription
Our subscription-led pricing means you can study at a pace that suits you. Sign up, get started, and hit pause whenever you need to.
Instead of having an AAT Level 2 basic costing system, the AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting is covered by our AAT subscription.
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Prepaid plan
12-months access£450one-off payment
12-months accessPay up front and access all your learning materials for 12 months.
A one-off payment of £450 will be taken from your confirmed payment details and you will have access to your learning materials for 12 months.
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Quarterly Subscription
Save 15%*£130billed every 3 months
Save 15%*An initial payment of £130 will be taken from your confirmed payment details. You will be billed every 3 months until you cancel your subscription.
Please note that you will need to select the monthly subscription if you want to access the free 14-day trial.*save 15% compared to equivalent subscription length on the monthly subscription plan.
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Monthly subscription
Free 14-day trial£50billed monthly
Free 14-day trialSubscribe now to access your 14-day free trial. You can cancel at any point before the end of the 14 days without being charged.
Once the trial period is over, a recurring monthly payment of £50 will be taken from your confirmed payment details every 30 days until you cancel your subscription.
Frequently asked questions
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As the first step in gaining AAT accreditation, the AAT Level 2 equivalent is a GCSE.
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There is no individual AAT Level 2 basic costing as all AAT courses and modules, including the AAT Level 2 Foundation Course in Accounting, AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting, are covered by the StaySharp AAT subscription. This can be billed at £50 monthly, £130 quarterly or with a one-off payment of £450 offering 12 months’ access to the platform.
If your employer is funding your course, you can download an invoice from your account.
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Studying AAT Level 2 Accounting online with StaySharp allows you to complete your studies at your own pace. All course materials are made available to study the AAT Level 2 online through our online learning portal, allowing learners the full flexibility needed to work from anywhere and at any time.
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The AAT Level 2 Accounting qualification is suited to beginners who are looking to gain the qualifications needed to access entry-level accounting roles and AAT accreditation, regardless of prior accountancy experience.
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There are no formal qualifications or prior experience needed to study AAT Level 2 Accounting, though we do recommend that all learners are over 16 and educated to at least GCSE level or equivalent.
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The AAT accreditation pathway is not designed for those looking to pursue a career in management accounting. If you are looking to study accounting for managers, take a look at courses offered by CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants).
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Completing the AAT Level 2 qualification is imperative for anyone wishing to gain the prestigious AAT accreditation as it allows learners to go on to study the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting.
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Studied to Level 4, the full AAT qualification is considered equivalent to a first-year degree or higher diploma.
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AAT accreditation opens up opportunities to work in a wide range of entry level accountancy jobs such as junior accountant, accounting assistant or junior auditor.
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It takes the average learner around 6-18 months to complete each level of the AAT qualification, though this varies depending on the hours each student is able to dedicate to their studies.
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