AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Torquay. Classes run at Centre for Health & Care Professions, part-time during the day. This level 3 aat accounting course builds on Level 2 and covers more complex accounting tasks, including cost accounting records and financial reports. You'll need AAT Level 2 Accounting or Bookkeeping (or equivalent industry experience) plus Level 2 English and Maths to join. The course takes 10 months part-time, making it manageable alongside other commitments.
Who this course is for
The AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting is a natural progression from the Level 2 Accounting course offered at South Devon College. This qualification delivers comprehensive technical training in accounting and is ideal for those looking to advance their career in accountancy or finance. You will develop skills in more complex tasks such as maintaining cost accounting records and preparing financial reports and returns. The course is designed to equip you with the specialist knowledge required to progress into employment within an accounting or finance role, or to continue your studies in the field. It is particularly suitable if you’ve already begun studying a related subject or if you are working in finance and seeking formal recognition of your skills.If you’re aged 19 or over and have been a UK resident for the past three years, you may be eligible for course funding - please note that some exclusions apply for those in devolved education areas or currently enrolled on an apprenticeship. Your financial circumstances will also be considered when assessing funding eligibility. For personalised guidance, please contact our Helpzone team at [email protected]. This course is also part of the National Skills Fund scheme.
Entry requirements
You will be required to have achieved English at Level 2, You will be required to have achieved Maths at Level 2, You should have a genuine interest in this subject, Must have completed AAT Level 2 Accounting/Bookkeeping or equivalentOR must have appropriate industry experience (covered by initial assessment)
What you will learn
You'll maintain cost accounting records accurately.
You'll prepare financial reports and returns.
You'll apply advanced bookkeeping techniques.
You'll work with budgets and management accounting data.
You'll understand ethical standards in accounting practice.
You'll prepare and interpret financial statements.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at the centre during the day. Learning is supported by written assessments and computer-based exams set by AAT. Each unit is assessed separately, and you'll need to pass all assessments to complete the qualification. Your tutor will guide you through the technical content and help you prepare for each assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Centre for Health & Care Professions will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Bookkeeper, managing records for small or medium businesses
Finance administrator, supporting a finance team
Payroll administrator, processing staff wages and deductions
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier invoices and payments
Credit controller, overseeing outstanding debts and payments
What you could study next
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 3, covering financial statements, budgeting, and tax. Completing Level 4 gives you full AAT membership.
ACCA or CIMA qualifications. Once you hold full AAT membership, you may be eligible for exemptions from some ACCA or CIMA exams, opening routes toward chartered accountant status.
