AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Plymouth. Classes run at City College Plymouth, part-time during the day. The course runs over 26 weeks and covers the core skills employers look for in accounting roles. You'll study financial statements, management accounting, and tax processes as part of the AAT level 3 accounting qualification. The daytime schedule means you can fit your studies around other commitments. AAT level 3 accounting classes are assessed through a mix of computer-based exams and coursework.
Who this course is for
https://www.cityplym.ac.uk/find-a-course/
What you will learn
You'll prepare financial statements for sole traders and partnerships.
You'll apply management accounting techniques to support business decisions.
You'll process tax returns and understand VAT obligations.
You'll use double-entry bookkeeping to record business transactions accurately.
You'll analyse costs and prepare budgets.
You'll understand ethical principles in accounting practice.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at City College Plymouth. Learning is delivered through tutor-led instruction, worked examples, and practice questions. Assessment is through AAT computer-based exams, which you sit at an approved test centre. Some units also include synoptic assessments that draw together knowledge from across the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Plymouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: processing invoices, reconciliations, and payments
Bookkeeper: maintaining financial records for businesses
Payroll administrator: managing employee pay and deductions
Purchase ledger clerk: handling supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: managing customer accounts and credit control
Finance assistant: supporting a finance team with day-to-day tasks
What you could study next
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the next step in the AAT qualification framework, covering financial statements, budgeting, and tax at a higher level.
ACCA or CIMA: professional chartered accountancy qualifications for those aiming toward roles such as management accountant or financial controller. The AAT level 3 accounting qualification can provide exemptions from some early ACCA papers.
