AAT Level 2
Recommended for beginners with no accounting experience
Classroom Based Course Includes:
– 4 Course Books (Tutorial) delivered to your home (Click here for a Sample).
– 4 Workbooks for Practice Activities.
– Digital Access to your books.
– Totum (Student Discount Card) eligibility*.
– IT-equipped campus.
– Lectures led by expert teachers. (16 x 3-hour sessions)
– Pass Guarantee Scheme available (Find More Here).
– Access to Osborne Training Online Portal for digital study materials for 1 year.
– Access to Career Hub for 3 Months (Find More)
– Complimentary Excel and English for Business courses (Find More)
– Virtual Accounting Work Experience (Find More Here).
*Please note that Totum charges a small fee for the issuance of the card. It will allow you to get discounts in many places.
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Online Distance Learning Course Includes:
– Access to the Virtual Learning Campus (VLC) for Digital study materials for a year (try a topic now)
– Large Question Bank for Question Practice
– Several Exam-Style Practice Assessments (try a topic now)
– Tutorial Support by email for 12 Months
– Access to Career Hub for 3 Months (Find More)
– Complimentary Excel and English for Business courses (Find More)
– Virtual Accounting Work Experience (Find More Here).
– Access to pre-recorded webinars (Video Lectures) (CLICK HERE for a Sample Lecture)
– 4 Course Books (Tutorial) delivered to your home address ( CLICK HERE for a Sample)
– 4 Workbooks delivered to your home address
– Digital Access to your books
– Totum Student Discount Card Eligibility*
– Exam Package Available (Optional, can be added at the Checkout, find more)
*Please note, Totum charges a small fee for the issue of the card. It will allow you to get discounts in many places.
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Completion Time
Certification
Payment
Course & Workbooks
Completion Time
6-12 months
Certification
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
Course & Workbooks
from Osborne Books
Payment
Flexible payment options
Course Highlights
- Accredited by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and recognised by Ofqual. This course is equivalent to QCF Level 2 (Level 5 in Scotland).
- Four-course books, one for each unit, and workbooks from Osborne Books.
- Three computer-based unit tests and one Synoptic Assessment can be taken at our Centre.
- Fast Track option available – The convenience of two courses in one: AAT Level 2 & 3 course
Why Study with Osborne Training?
✓ AAT Approved training provider
✓ Hand-picked expert & experienced tutors
✓ High-quality study material
✓ Exam preparation kit
✓ 24/7 online access to VLC ( Virtual Learning Campus)
✓ Cheaper Exam Fees for Osborne Training Students
Why Study with Osborne Training?
✓ AAT Approved training provider
✓ Hand-picked expert & experienced tutors
✓ High-quality study material
✓ Exam preparation kit
✓ 24/7 online access to VLC ( Virtual Learning Campus)
✓ Cheaper Exam Fees for Osborne Training Students
✓ Expert tutorial support
✓ Exam booking service
✓ Student Discount Card from Totum
✓ Access to Career Hub for 3 Months (Find More)
✓ Complementary Excel and English for Business courses (Find More)
Course Details
The AAT Level 2 course focuses on the fundamental aspects and is designed for individuals who have little to no prior knowledge of accounting.
It serves as the initial stage for individuals who aspire to establish a prosperous accounting career.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: exams, grading and study time FAQs
Is the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting a regulated qualification?
Yes. The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (qualification number 603/6338/1) is regulated by Ofqual in England and internationally, by CCEA in Northern Ireland and by Qualifications Wales. It is a Level 2 qualification on the regulated framework, made up of four mandatory units: Introduction to Bookkeeping, Principles of Bookkeeping Controls, Principles of Costing and The Business Environment.
How long are the AAT Level 2 exams?
AAT Level 2 has four computer-based assessments, about 6.5 hours of exam time in total. Introduction to Bookkeeping, Principles of Bookkeeping Controls and Principles of Costing are each 1 hour 30 minutes and are computer marked. The Business Environment synoptic assessment is 2 hours and is partly human marked, because some tasks need written answers.
How much does each AAT Level 2 exam count towards the final grade?
The four assessments are weighted as follows: Introduction to Bookkeeping 25%, Principles of Bookkeeping Controls 25%, Principles of Costing 20% and The Business Environment synoptic assessment 30%. Your percentage in each exam is multiplied by its weighting, and the results are added together to give your overall qualification mark.
What is the pass mark for AAT Level 2, and how is it graded?
The pass mark is 70% in every AAT assessment. Once you pass all four, you receive an overall grade from your weighted average: Pass (70–79%), Merit (80–89%) or Distinction (90–100%). The individual exams aren’t graded separately. For UCAS, a Pass is worth 32 points, a Merit 48 and a Distinction 56.
What is the AAT Level 2 synoptic assessment?
The synoptic assessment is a 2-hour exam that tests what you’ve learned across the whole qualification in a single workplace scenario. It covers The Business Environment and draws on bookkeeping and bookkeeping-controls topics, including control accounts, journals and data security. AAT advises scheduling it only after your other unit assessments have been scheduled. It can’t be claimed through exemption or recognition of prior learning.
How many study hours does AAT Level 2 take?
AAT sets 255 guided learning hours (time with a tutor) and a total qualification time of 340 hours, which includes self-study and revision. Most Osborne Training students complete AAT Level 2 in 6 to 12 months, depending on how many hours a week they can study.
When will I get my AAT Level 2 results, and can I resit an exam?
Results for computer-marked unit assessments normally appear in MyAAT within 24 hours. The synoptic assessment takes longer because parts of it are human marked. AAT sets no resit restrictions for this qualification. If you resit to improve your grade, only your highest result counts towards it.
What jobs can AAT Level 2 lead to?
AAT lists these roles for Level 2: Accounts Administrator, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk, Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk, Trainee Accounting Technician and Trainee Finance Assistant. Level 2 is also a recognised qualification at gateway for the Accounts/Finance Assistant apprenticeship, and it leads directly on to the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting.
Source: AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting qualification specification (v5.3). Last reviewed November 2026. AAT fees and rules can change, so check aat.org.uk for the latest information.
Why Take this Course?
- Build a remarkable reputation: Complete all three AAT Levels to earn the highly regarded ‘MAAT’ status.
- A bright future: Get an opportunity to progress to chartered accountancy.
- Increase your salary: Up-skill yourself and increase your earning potential.
- Work overseas: AAT qualifications are recognised internationally, giving you the freedom to work abroad.
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