AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Course in Sutton. Classes run at Sutton College, part-time during the day. This level 3 aat bookkeeping course covers advanced bookkeeping, financial statements, accounting principles, payroll, and VAT. It runs over 144 hours, with the fee covering all assessments, exams, and study materials. The daytime schedule suits anyone fitting study around other commitments. AAT bookkeeping classes at this level build the knowledge employers look for in bookkeeping and accounting roles, and open doors to further AAT study.
Who this course is for
Develop the complex skills and knowledge necessary to work in a bookkeeping role or to progress to higher level accountancy roles or study. Learners 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.
What you will learn
You'll apply accounting principles and concepts to real bookkeeping tasks.
You'll carry out advanced bookkeeping processes, including ledger management and reconciliations.
You'll prepare financial statements for sole traders and partnerships.
You'll understand payroll processes and the documents and reports payroll software produces.
You'll work with VAT, including returns and the rules businesses must follow.
You'll develop the technical knowledge needed for bookkeeping roles or progression to higher-level accountancy study.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Sutton College, with tutor-led sessions covering each topic in the qualification. Assessment is through AAT's set exams and assessments, which are included in your course fee. You'll work through the syllabus at a structured pace, with time to practise skills before each assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sutton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper: manage day-to-day financial records for a business.
Accounts assistant: support an accounts team with transactions and reconciliations.
Payroll administrator: process employee pay, deductions, and reports.
VAT administrator: handle VAT returns and compliance for a business.
Finance assistant: general financial processing in a finance department.
Purchase ledger clerk: manage supplier invoices and payments.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: broadens your AAT qualification to cover management accounting and business awareness, strengthening your route into accounting roles.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the next step toward full AAT membership and senior accounting roles, including budgeting, financial performance, and tax.
AAT Bookkeeping membership (AATQB): once you complete this qualification, you may be eligible to apply for AAT's bookkeeping membership grade.
