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AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Reading – Kaplan Reading – Day or block release

CostEmployer funded
Duration4 days
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDay or block release
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

Funded through an apprenticeship or your employer. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact Kaplan Talent Partners for more info.

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About this course

AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Reading. Classes run at Kaplan Reading, part-time on a day or block release basis. Funding may be available through a Government Apprenticeship, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances. This level 3 aat accounting course builds on foundation-level knowledge, covering advanced bookkeeping, final accounts, cost accounting records, and ethical practices for accountants. You'll also prepare reports and returns as part of your studies. The course takes 4 days in total.

Who this course is for

Kaplan's Advanced Diploma in Accounting covers a range of complex accounting tasks, including maintaining cost accounting records and the preparation of reports and returns. You'll learn and master a number of accounting disciplines including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants.

It is ideally suited for someone who has completed the Level 2 Foundation Certificate, someone who perhaps works in an accounts department at an intermediate level and wants to develop their accounting skills or someone who is looking to change their career. It is also an excellent A Level alternative.The Advanced Diploma is made up of 4 separately examinable units plus a synoptic assessment. Within the synoptic assessment you will be tested on two additional units, Ethics for Accounting and Spreadsheet for Accounting, as well as on the knowledge you've gained from the 4 underpinning units. You must have completed your studies for all separately examinable units before you attempt the synoptic assessment.

Entry requirements

Level 3 (Level 6 Scotland) A Level /AS Level (grades A-E) Key Stage 5 Technical Certificate

What you will learn

  • You'll apply advanced bookkeeping techniques to maintain accurate financial records.
  • You'll prepare final accounts for sole traders and partnerships.
  • You'll maintain cost accounting records and analyse cost information.
  • You'll prepare reports and returns for internal and external use.
  • You'll understand and apply ethical practices relevant to accounting work.
  • You'll work with financial processes used in real accounting roles.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Kaplan Reading, with teaching delivered through day or block release sessions. AAT Level 3 units are assessed through computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. You'll sit each exam when you're ready to progress. Some units also include a synoptic assessment that draws together knowledge from across the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kaplan Reading will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations
  • Bookkeeper: maintaining day-to-day financial records for businesses
  • Payroll administrator: managing employee pay and deductions
  • Finance officer: supporting financial reporting in public or private sector
  • Purchase ledger clerk: handling supplier accounts and payments
  • Credit controller: managing debts owed to a business

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the natural next step after Level 3, covering budgeting, financial statements, and tax. Completing Level 4 AAT can also give you exemptions toward chartered accountancy qualifications.
  • ACCA or CIMA: professional chartered accountancy qualifications for those aiming toward senior finance roles. AAT Level 3 and 4 can earn you exemptions from some early ACCA papers.
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