AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Leyland – Evening
CostCheck if you can do this free
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding body
Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Runshaw College lists a fee of £2,573 if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Runshaw College for more info.
AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Leyland. Evening classes run at Runshaw College, part-time over 34 weeks. If you don't already hold a full Level 3 qualification, the government will pay your fees. If you do, you may be able to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost. This level 3 AAT accounting course builds on Level 2 foundations and takes you through to the completion of final accounts. You'll cover advanced bookkeeping, management accounting, and tax. AAT accounting classes in the evening let you keep working while you study.
Who this course is for
Adults (19+). This Level 3 course builds on the topics covered in the AAT Level 2 Certificate and extends on the areas covered to the completion of final accounts. The programme is designed to provide the maximum flexibility to students from a wide range of circumstances and diverse backgrounds, allowing them to gain skills and knowledge based on nationally agreed standards of competence
Entry requirements
You should have successfully achieved a Level 2 AAT certificate in Accounting or a L2 accounting qualification from another awarding body or A Level Accounting at Grade A*-C. Applicants without these qualifications but sufficient life /work experience will need to attend an interview and complete a diagnostic assessment to assess their eligibility. The ability to word process under time constraints is also essential.
What you will learn
You'll prepare and interpret financial statements for sole traders and partnerships
You'll apply management accounting techniques to support business decisions
You'll complete tax returns and understand VAT principles
You'll use advanced bookkeeping methods, including accruals and prepayments
You'll produce and analyse budgets and variance reports
You'll understand ethical principles in accounting practice
How you will learn
You'll attend evening classes at Runshaw College each week. Assessment is through a mix of computer-based exams and skills-based assessments set by AAT. Each unit is assessed separately, so you complete assessments as you progress through the course rather than all at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Runshaw College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should be comfortable word processing under time pressure, as this is required for some assessments.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: processing invoices, reconciliations, and ledgers
Bookkeeper: maintaining financial records for businesses
Payroll administrator: managing employee pay and deductions
Credit controller: chasing payments and managing debtor accounts
Finance officer: supporting financial reporting in organisations
Purchase ledger clerk: handling supplier invoices and payments
Tax assistant: supporting VAT returns and basic tax compliance
What you could study next
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the next step for those wanting to reach technician level and take on more complex financial work.
ACCA or CIMA: professional chartered accountancy qualifications for those aiming toward a career as a qualified accountant. AAT Level 3 can give you exemptions from some early ACCA papers.
