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Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Chichester – Chichester College – Evening

CostFREE
Duration15 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start23 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Chichester. Evening classes run at Chichester College, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course takes around 15 months part-time. You'll build specialist knowledge in financial accounting, management accounting, and tax, preparing you for roles in accounting and finance. To join, you'll need to have completed the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting or the Level 2 Finance or Accounts Assistant apprenticeship. This is a recognised level 3 aat accounting qualification that opens doors to further study or employment in finance.

Who this course is for

The purpose of the Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is to provide students with the specialist knowledge and skills required to progress to employment in an accounting or finance role, or to further study in accountancy and finance.

This qualification is a progression route for students who have achieved the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.

Entry requirements

Students must have completed the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting or the Level 2 Finance or Accounts Assistant apprenticeship.

What you will learn

  • You'll prepare financial statements for sole traders and partnerships.
  • You'll apply management accounting techniques to support business decisions.
  • You'll calculate and submit VAT returns accurately.
  • You'll use accounting software to process financial data.
  • You'll understand tax principles relevant to individuals and businesses.
  • You'll analyse costs and revenues to support budgeting.
  • You'll develop skills in credit management and cash management.

How you will learn

You'll attend evening classes at Chichester College. Learning is classroom based, combining taught sessions with practical exercises. Assessment is through a mix of computer-based exams and synoptic assessments set by AAT. Each unit is assessed separately, and you'll sit a final synoptic assessment that draws together your knowledge across the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Chichester College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations
  • Finance administrator: supporting day-to-day financial operations
  • Payroll administrator: managing employee pay and deductions
  • Credit controller: chasing payments and managing debtor accounts
  • Purchase ledger clerk: handling supplier invoices and payments
  • Bookkeeper: maintaining accurate financial records for businesses
  • Management accounts assistant: supporting monthly reporting and budgets

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the next step for those aiming for senior finance roles or chartered accountancy training.
  • ACCA or CIMA qualifications: AAT Level 3 gives you exemptions from some early ACCA and CIMA exams, making this a strong route into chartered accountancy.
  • Accounting and Finance degree: some universities accept AAT Level 3 for direct entry or advanced standing.
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