Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Coventry. Evening classes run at Coventry College City Campus, two evenings per week, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. The course takes one year part-time. You'll cover business awareness, financial accounting, management accounting techniques, and tax processes for business. Entry requires a Level 2 Certificate in Accounting at Merit or Distinction, or equivalent experience, plus a short interview with the course organiser. This is the second stage of the AAT programme, building the skills employers look for in finance and accounts roles.
Who this course is for
This is the second stage of the AAT programme of courses, designed to develop highly-skilled support staff in the fields of finance and accountancy. This course is taught in two options, either day release or two evenings per week.
Entry requirements
You need a Level 2 Certificate in Accounting with a Merit/Distinction or, alternatively, an equivalent qualification or appropriate work experience. A place on the course is also subject to a successful interview with the course organiser.
What you will learn
You'll develop business awareness and understand how organisations operate financially.
You'll prepare financial statements, including profit and loss accounts and balance sheets.
You'll apply management accounting techniques to support business decision-making.
You'll work through tax processes for business, covering VAT and related obligations.
You'll build the technical accounting knowledge needed for AAT-recognised roles in finance.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based, running two evenings per week at Coventry College City Campus. You'll be assessed through AAT's own external assessments, which are set and marked by AAT. Exam fees are included in the course cost. You'll also take part in an initial interview with the course organiser before your place is confirmed.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Coventry College City Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. Course books cost approximately £204 (with a 40% discount available). AAT registration is a separate fee, though the Learner Support Fund may help cover both registration and book costs.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and reconciling accounts
Payroll administrator, managing employee pay and deductions
Purchase ledger clerk, handling supplier payments and records
Sales ledger clerk, managing customer invoicing and receipts
Bookkeeper, maintaining accurate financial records for businesses
Tax administrator, supporting VAT returns and compliance work
What you could study next
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step in the AAT programme, covering financial statements, budgeting, and optional specialist units. Completing Level 4 gives you AAT full membership status.
ACCA or CIMA qualifications. Once you hold the AAT Level 4 Diploma, you may be eligible for exemptions from some ACCA or CIMA exams, opening the route to chartered accountant status.
