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AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Course Online – The College of Animal Welfare

Cost£1,049.00
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Course. Study online, at your own pace, over 12 months. This level 3 aat bookkeeping qualification is awarded by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT). It builds on double-entry bookkeeping skills and takes your knowledge to an advanced level. You'll need competency in manual double-entry bookkeeping, along with basic maths and English, before you start. There are no formal academic entry requirements. AAT membership, exam fees (approximately £270), and textbooks (approximately £33 per unit) are payable separately.

Who this course is for

Awarded by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT), the Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping is ideal for those looking to reach the next stage of their bookkeeping career; for instance people who have previously completed the Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping, those who are working in small to medium sized businesses looking to enhance their existing skillset, and more experienced bookkeepers who require an advanced level of skill and knowledge on this subject. The advanced AAT programme covers a range of accounting practices such as double entry bookkeeping, indirect taxation, year-end adjustments and the drafting of financial statements.

As a level 3 qualified AAT Bookkeeper you may apply for professional status and use the designatory letters AATQB after their name. This indicates the highest standards of professional conduct and up to date technical knowledge.

As a student on this programme you will need to register as a student member with the AAT. You can register online at www.aat.org.uk. Your AAT membership will give you access to extensive e-learning resources, forums, networking opportunities and practice assessments.

Entry requirements

Whilst there are no formal academic entry requirements to undertake the AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping, competency in manual double-entry bookkeeping along with basic maths and English skills are necessary.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply advanced double-entry bookkeeping techniques to complex transactions.
  • You'll prepare and extend a trial balance, including adjustments.
  • You'll account for accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.
  • You'll understand VAT regulations and complete VAT returns accurately.
  • You'll use accounting software to process and report financial data.
  • You'll interpret financial statements and understand their purpose.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is by AAT computer-based exams, which you sit at an approved AAT assessment venue. Each unit is assessed separately. You'll need to register as an AAT student member before sitting exams.

What you will need to bring

AAT student membership is required before you begin. Exam fees (approximately £270) and textbooks (approximately £33 per unit) are payable separately. The College of Animal Welfare 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 finance teams with transactions and reconciliations.
  • Payroll administrator. Process employee pay and deductions accurately.
  • Purchase ledger clerk. Handle supplier invoices and payment runs.
  • Sales ledger clerk. Manage customer accounts and credit control.
  • Self-employed bookkeeper. Offer bookkeeping services to small businesses.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. Broader accounting qualification covering financial statements, tax, and management accounting.
  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting. The next step toward full AAT membership and senior finance roles.
  • AAT Professional Membership (MAAT). Achieved after completing Level 4 and relevant work experience, recognised by employers across the UK.

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