Level 3 Accounting (Night course)

Start Date
Level
3
Course Course
P00057
Area
Business
Campus
City Campus

About this Course

The purpose of the AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting is to provide students with the specialist knowledge and skills required for progressing either to employment in an accounting or finance role, or to enable progression to further study in accountancy and finance.

Key Units

This course is delivered via face to face sessions in the classroom.

This Level 3 course is part of the Free Courses for Jobs initiative and is fully funded for eligible learners. Alternatively, you can apply for an advanced learner loan to cover the cost of studying this course. Please ask a member of college staff for more information.

This qualification covers a range of complex accounting tasks. You will learn and master financial processes, including accounting principles and concepts, preparing financial concepts, management accounting, tax processes and business awareness.

On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded an AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. This internationally recognised AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) qualification enables those working in accounting or those who looking to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical experience and the all-important certification often sought by employers.

Units of Study The Level 3 course covers a range of key areas, including:

  • Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statement
  • Management Accounting Techniques
  • Tax Processes for Businesses
  • Business Awareness
You will also develop business communications and lifelong learning skills, applying what you learn on the course to the wider industry context.

Entry Requirements

You must have a sound knowledge of bookkeeping principles to undertake the AAT Level 3 programme. Achievement of an AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is advantageous but not essential.

Assessment

This course is assessed through computer-based exams for each unit.

Where does this Lead

On successful completion of this course, you can progress to the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting.

Future Opportunities

The skills and knowledge you will gain throughout this qualification will qualify you for roles including Finance Officer, Assistant Accountant and Bookkeeper. You will also be eligible for AAT Bookkeeper (AATQB) status, giving you the option to work as a freelance bookkeeper.

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Study Method - Face to face

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 support and motivation that comes from being part of a group.

Additional information

This Level 3 course is part of the Free Courses for Jobs initiative and is fully funded for eligible learners. Alternatively, you can apply for an advanced learner loan to cover the cost of studying this course. Please ask a member of college staff for more information.

Weekly college classes will be held every other Tuesday.

Course duration is 10 months

Extra Costs

Any failed exams attract a resit fee of £60.

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