Take a level 2 qualification and you'll open the door to an exciting future. As well as developing the key skills you need for a particular job, you’ll also gain valuable knowledge that could help you to access more advanced courses. Scroll down to see our list of level 2 courses and get started today!
Level 2 Courses found:
CMI Level 2 Diploma in Team Leading
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 2 Diploma in Team Leading is a comprehensive leadership qualification that introduces aspiring team leaders to the core management skills and competencies you’ll need to become an effective team leader. Th...

IoSCM Level 2 Award in Logistics and Transport
The IoSCM Level 2 Award in Transport and Logistics course will help you to develop your knowledge and skills in a variety of technical areas. This qualification gives a solid foundation for your career within a sector that offers many opportunities for...

Events Management Certification Level 2
A career in events management or wedding management can be exceptionally rewarding. This is a fast-paced environment where you will be expected to know the industry and have outstanding planning and problem-solving skills. This Level 2 course is ideal...

ICB Level 2 and 3 Bookkeeping with Starting Your Own Business
A strong understanding of your company’s finances is one of the most vital factors that will influence its potential for success. But hiring accountants can be too costly for many young businesses. That’s why this ICB Level 2 Bookkeeping, Level 3 Bookk...

Level 2 Diploma in Import and Export Operations
Guarantee success in your industry with IoSCM. We offer every student much more than just a qualification; we provide the opportunity to grow, learn and progress as a professional with our unrivalled support network. As with most supply chain sectors,...

Edexcel Functional Skills ICT Level 2
Our Edexcel Functional Skills ICT Level 2 qualification is an accredited, nationally recognised qualification in IT. The course has been designed for anyone looking to understand the fundamentals of ICT. During this course, you’ll learn more about us...

AAT Foundation Award in Accounting Software
We match any other online provider’s price. This bite-sized course covers one unit from the Foundation Certificate in Accounting. It’s ideal if you’d like to learn to perform basic finance and admin duties using accounting software pa...

ILM Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills
The Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills will equip you with a basic understanding of the various roles and responsibilities of a team leader, as well as introducing you to the theories and principles...

AAT (Level 2 & 3) Foundation & Advanced Certificates in Bookkeeping
We match any other online provider’s price. Have you been looking for a way to get that dream job you feel like you’ve always been chasing? With this two-course bundle, you’ll be perfectly set to do just that. Find your dream job: 78% of AA...

Travel and Tourism Certification Level 2
This Travel and Tourism Certification Level 2 is an online course; all of the information is available to you whenever and wherever you require it. You can study at a pace that is comfortable for you, and access the information in the course 24 hours...

ICB Bookkeeping and Payroll Package
Study all you need to know about bookkeeping and payroll in this mighty complete bundle! This course bundle includes: ICB Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping (AICB) ICB Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounts (MICB) ICB Diploma in Payroll Manage...

Level 2 Diploma in Ports and Shipping Operations
Guarantee success in your industry with IoSCM. We offer every student much more than just a qualification; we provide the opportunity to grow, learn and progress as a professional with our unrivalled support network. As with most supply chain sectors,...

Level 2 Gym Instructing
The Level 2 Gym Instructing is the perfect qualification for anyone looking to enter the fitness industry, no previous fitness qualifications are needed to enrol on this course. This qualification is fully recognised by CIMSPA ensuring your course meet...

AAT Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping (Level 2)
We match any other online provider’s price. The Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping is perfect if you have no or minimal bookkeeping experience, or if you haven’t yet mastered essential skills like double-entry bookkeeping....

ILM Level 2 Certificate in Leadership and Team Skills
The Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Level 2 Certificate in Leadership and Team Skills focuses on communication, working with people, providing direction and getting results. Whatever your sector or management style, ILM Level 2 is a valuab...

AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate Bookkeeping
This has always been a popular online bookkeeping course, and many students use it as a quick route to level 3. Learn all of the techniques and skills to manage books effectively Covers manual double-entry bookkeeping up to trial balance, as well as th...

Food Safety CPD Accredited Level 2
Access to nutritious food is a key to sustaining life and promoting good health. Guaranteed food safety is the foundation on which every food serving establishment is based on. If that guarantee is non-existent, then we risk the lives of employees and...

ICB Level 2 and 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounts – Full Membership MICB
This course provides everything you need to know about bookkeeping, so enrol now to study with an award-winning home learning provider with tutor support!...

Introduction to the Hairdressing Industry QLS Level 2
This course is ideal for someone either considering a career in the hairdressing industry or just starting out in their hairstyling career. With this course, you will gain an understanding of the hairdressing industry, including health and safety in a...

AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting (Level 2)
We match any other online provider’s price. The Foundation Certificate is perfect if you have no accounting experience or if you haven’t mastered essential skills like double-entry bookkeeping. Most students start at Foundation level, even if the...

Online Level 2 courses also available
What is a level 2 qualification?
If you’ve completed a level 1 course in a particular subject area, you’ll find that studying it at level 2 builds on the basic knowledge you’ve already gained. However, you don’t necessarily need any previous knowledge to take a level 2 course.
In terms of difficulty, taking a level 2 qualification is equal to studying at GCSE level. Your course will combine theory with hands-on learning and you’ll gain a sound understanding of the industry you want to work in.
What kind of subjects can I study?
Plenty of subjects are available at this level, from accounting to English as a Foreign Language (ESOL). Popular subjects include:
- Information advice and guidance
- Accounting
- Health and social care
- Bookkeeping
- IT
- Horticulture
- Food safety and hygiene
- Business
- Electrical installation
- English
- Childcare
- Hair and Beauty
- Skills for life
How long does a level 2 qualification take to complete?
While all level 2 qualifications are equal in terms of difficulty, their size and content vary according to the number of credits they’re worth. Each credit is worth 10 hours of study time, so it’s always best to check out the number of credits before you sign up to a particular programme.
Interested in an award, diploma or certificate? Then you need to know that awards are worth 1-12 credits (10-120 hours), certificates 13-36 credits (130-360 hours) and diplomas over 37 credits (370 hours).
Qualifications available at level 2
- GCSE grades 9-4 (previously GCSE grades A-C)
- Level 2 Award
- Level 2 Certificate
- Level 2 Diploma
- Level 2 ESOL
- Level 2 Essential Skills/Functional Skills
- Level 2 NVQ
- Level 2 BTEC First Diploma
- Music grades 4 and 5
- Intermediate apprenticeship
How can I fund my level 2 qualification?
Are you 19 or over? Then it may be possible to claim full funding from the Skills Funding Agency if your chosen qualification is eligible. You’ll also need to meet the following criteria:
- You’re taking your first full level 2 vocational qualification
- You don’t have GCSEs, A levels or equivalent qualifications.
- You live in the UK and you’ve lived in the EU for at least three years.
Even if you don’t meet the criteria, you may still receive free tuition if you’re unemployed or earning a low wage. It’s always worth asking your learning provider whether you’re eligible for financial support.
What is an Intermediate Apprenticeship?
Level 2 apprenticeships offer an alternative route to developing new skills. Equivalent to 5 GCSE passes, they take 12 months to complete and combine on-the-job training with classroom study. Choose this option and you’ll be taking a work-based level 2 qualification such as an NVQ, or a BTEC.
When your apprenticeship finishes, you have a couple of choices. If you want to enter employment, you could continue working for the company which has trained you or apply for a job that’s related to the qualification you’ve gained. Alternatively, you might prefer to move on to an advanced apprenticeship. These are available in over 170 industries including accounting, fashion, digital marketing, plumbing and carpentry. There’s no upper age limit either, so it’s never too late!
What can I do after my level 2 qualification?
With your level 2 qualification under your belt, you might feel that you’re ready to use your skills in the workplace. However, you could also use your knowledge to access a level 3 qualification, such as a BTEC National. This will involve studying your subject in more detail.
Continuing to study is a great choice if you’re keen to fulfil your academic potential, as a level 3 qualification could open the door to a range of higher education options, including:
- A Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE)
- A Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE)
- A Higher National Certificate (HNC)
- A Higher National Diploma (HND)
- A Foundation Degree
- A Bachelor’s Degree,
- A Higher Apprenticeship
- A Degree Apprenticeship