Course Overview

This Level 2 qualification (Level 5 in Scotland) prepares 16–19-year-olds for junior and entry-level accounting roles. It delivers a solid foundation in finance administration, covering areas such as double entry bookkeeping and basic costing principles, alongside complementary business communications and personal skills.

Key Facts

Level

• Level 2 (Level 5 Scotland)​​​​
• GCSE (grades A*–C)
• Key Stage 5 Technical Certificate
• Total qualification time (hours)– 460
• Duration– 12 months (Depends on study method and course timetable)
• Number of assessments– 8
• Total credits (Scotland only)– 34
• Guided learning hours– 240

Entry Requirements

Students can start with any qualification depending on existing skills and experience. For the best chance of success, we recommend that students begin their studies with a good standard of English and maths.

Employability

The jobs it can lead to-