AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Leyland. Classes run at Runshaw College, part-time during the day, over 34 weeks. This level 3 AAT accounting qualification builds on Level 2 and takes you through to the preparation of final accounts. You'll need a Level 2 AAT Certificate in Accounting, a Level 2 accounting qualification from another awarding body, or A Level Accounting at grade A* to C to enrol. Applicants with relevant work or life experience may be considered following an interview and diagnostic assessment. Fees are covered by the government for adults who don't yet hold a full Level 3. If you already have a full Level 3, you may be able to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.
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 final accounts for sole traders and partnerships.
You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping to complex transactions.
You'll manage costs and revenues using management accounting techniques.
You'll prepare and interpret financial statements.
You'll use accounting software to process financial data.
You'll understand tax principles relevant to business accounting.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Runshaw College during the day. Learning is structured around AAT's nationally agreed standards. Assessment is through a combination of computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. The ability to word process under time constraints is required, as some assessments are completed on screen.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Runshaw College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, handling day-to-day bookkeeping and ledgers
Purchase ledger clerk, processing supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk, managing customer accounts and credit control
Payroll administrator, calculating wages and processing payroll
Finance assistant, supporting a finance team in any sector
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step. Covers budgeting, financial statements, and management accounting at a higher level, and can exempt you from some ACCA or CIMA exams.
ACCA Qualification. For those aiming toward chartered accountant status. AAT Level 3 and 4 can provide exemptions from some ACCA Foundation papers.
CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting. An alternative route into management accounting for those interested in the commercial side of finance.
