AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 21 weeks and is open to anyone aged 19 or over, with no previous experience required. You'll develop advanced bookkeeping skills, work with accounting principles and concepts, and prepare financial statements. The course also covers payroll and VAT, giving you a solid foundation for bookkeeping and accounting work.
Who this course is for
This qualification will develop complex skills and knowledge necessary to work in a bookkeeping role or to progress to higher level accountancy roles or study. Students completing this qualification will become competent in financial processes including accounting principles and concepts, advanced bookkeeping and preparing financial statements. They will also be introduced to business issues regarding payroll and value added tax (VAT), including an understanding of the documents and reports produced on payroll software, timescales for submissions and payments. This qualification covers two mandatory units: Financial accounting: preparing financial statementsTax processes for businessIf you successfully complete this qualification you can apply to become an AAT bookkeeping member (AATQB). This qualification offers progression for students who already have bookkeeping knowledge, either to gain employment in a bookkeeping role or to progress to further study. This qualification is suitable for those who have completed the Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping and may help students already working in a bookkeeping role to progress by offering them formal recognition of their skills.
Entry requirements
This course is open to all those aged 19 and over. No previous experience is needed.
What you will learn
You'll apply accounting principles and concepts to real financial tasks.
You'll carry out advanced bookkeeping processes with accuracy.
You'll prepare financial statements for businesses.
You'll understand payroll processes and the documents involved.
You'll work with VAT, including the reports and records businesses must produce.
You'll build the knowledge needed to move into higher-level accountancy study or roles.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus. AAT Level 3 bookkeeping qualifications are assessed through computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. Your tutor will guide you through the syllabus in class, and you'll practise the skills needed to pass each assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper. Manage day-to-day financial records for businesses.
Accounts assistant. Support an accounts team with transactions and ledgers.
Payroll administrator. Process employee pay, deductions, and records.
VAT administrator. Handle VAT returns and compliance for a business.
Finance assistant. General financial administration across a range of tasks.
Self-employed bookkeeper. Offer bookkeeping services to small businesses.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. Broadens your accounting knowledge beyond bookkeeping, covering management accounting and business awareness.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. The next step toward becoming a fully qualified AAT accountant, covering financial statements, budgeting, and tax.
AAT Accounting Technician status. Completing Level 4 qualifies you for full AAT membership, recognised by employers across the UK.
