AAT-Advanced Diploma in Accounting Level 3

About the course

The Level 3 course is a mid-level accounting qualification, ideal for anyone who is looking to advance their existing knowledge of accounting. Modules covered include:

• Business Awareness
• Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements
• Management Accounting Techniques
• Tax Processes for Businesses

Upon achievement of this qualification, you can attain AATQB status.

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.

Entry requirements

Learners should have passed the AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting.

If you have significant accounts/book-keeping experience, you can check whether you are ready to start at Level 3 by completing the AAT Skillcheck.

Students who do not hold GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or Functional Skills Level 2 qualifications will be invited to sit an assessment to ensure that they have suitable skills for this qualification.

Basic IT skills are also required.

Students must become AAT Student Members before the course starts (fees apply).

Assessment

This course is assessed through computer-based exams, which draw on and assess knowledge and understanding from across the qualification. Assessments take place at the College on Tuesday evenings.

Delivery

This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom.  Learners will study video lessons on demand from home and will also attend college lessons on a weekly basis. Please note: The course starts on Wednesday 11th September.  Classroom attendance is weekly every Wednesday.

Study Method – Online and On Campus

We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this course through our flexible Online and On Campus model.

Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer – meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Lessons last for around 45 minutes and are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help to enhance the learning experience further and learners should expect to spend around 5-6 hours studying independently online each week.

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.

It is recommended that you have access to a PC, laptop or other suitable device.

Learners will study video lessons on demand from home and will also attend college lessons on a weekly basis. It is recommended that you have access to a PC, laptop or other suitable device.

Learners also benefit from access to the college library during our evening opening times, including computers, study stations, print-based and electronic learning materials, printers and scanners.

Progression

You can progress on to the AAT Level 4 Advanced Diploma in Accounting

How to apply

If you wish to apply, please click here or call or email us if you have any questions on 01403 216597 or  adulted@collyers.ac.uk.

Induction

Students must attend a college induction on the first evening of the course.

Fees

A £150 non-refundable deposit is payable at the point of booking.
This Level 3 course is part of the Free Courses for Jobs initiative and may be fully funded for learners if they:

•  Are unemployed, employed or self-employed and earn below £25,000 annual gross income
• or aged 19-23 with no full level 3.

Alternatively, you may apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost of studying this course. These loans are repayable when you finish your course and earn more than the threshold amount which is set by the government. Please see Advanced Learner Loan: Overview – GOV.UK for more information or ask a member of the adult education team for more information.

Students who are not eligible for funding or a loan may choose to self-fund the course fees. The fee for this course is £2,723*. Students can apply upon booking to pay the balance in two instalments.

Prior to enrolling on any qualification course, please consider carefully if you have the time to commit to this course.

If you start a course and do not complete it, or if your attendance rate is low, this might affect your eligibility to join funded courses in the future.

Our qualification courses are government funded and it is our responsibility to ensure that the funding is used effectively to help learners progress and develop. We will work with you to ensure that you achieve your personal goals and those of the course.

For further details see our Fees and Funding page.

*Includes first exam sitting only. Resits are charged at £100 for synoptics and £80 for exams.