AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Bristol. Classes run at College Green Centre, part-time during the day, over one year. You'll build on your existing bookkeeping knowledge to prepare final accounts for sole traders and partnerships, and develop your understanding of management reporting. AAT Level 3 aat accounting classes cover both financial and management accounting, giving you the practical skills employers look for in accounting roles. To enrol, you must have the AAT Level 2 Accounting Certificate or pass an accounting entry test before you start.
Who this course is for
The AAT qualification is universally respected and internationally recognised for providing students with extensive practical accountancy training. The Level 3 Diploma extends the book-keeping knowledge previously gained, to the preparation of final accounts for sole traders & partnerships and broadens the understanding of management reporting.
Entry requirements
You MUST have already achieved the AAT Accounting Level 2 Accounting Certificate or completed an accounting entry test. You must have a minimum of Level 2 in Numeracy and Literacy (tested prior to the start of the course). Anyone wishing to gain direct entry to Level 3 through a qualification other than AAT Accounting Level 2 Certificate, or studied with an alternative training provider, will be required to attend an interview with a tutor prior to the start of the course.
What you will learn
You'll prepare final accounts for sole traders and partnerships.
You'll apply management accounting techniques to support business decisions.
You'll extend your bookkeeping knowledge to more complex financial records.
You'll produce and interpret financial statements.
You'll understand the principles of costing and budgeting.
You'll work with VAT, payroll, and tax concepts relevant to accounting practice.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at College Green Centre during the day. Learning is delivered through tutor-led instruction, worked examples, and practice exercises. Assessment for the AAT Level 3 qualification is through computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. You'll sit these exams on completion of each unit. Your tutor will guide you through exam preparation throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. College Green Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant. Process invoices, payments, and financial records.
Bookkeeper. Maintain accurate financial records for businesses.
Payroll administrator. Manage employee pay and deductions.
Finance assistant. Support a finance team with day-to-day tasks.
Purchase ledger clerk. Handle supplier invoices and payments.
Credit controller. Manage customer accounts and chase outstanding payments.
What you could study next
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 3, covering complex financial management, budgeting, and tax. Completing Level 4 gives you AAT full membership and can exempt you from some ACCA or CIMA exams.
ACCA Qualification. A globally recognised professional accounting qualification for those aiming toward chartered accountant status.
CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting. An alternative professional route focused on management accounting.
