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Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Crawley – Crawley College

CostFREE
Duration15 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start15 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Crawley. Classes run at Crawley College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 15 months, so you can build your skills at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. To join, you'll need an AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping (merit or above), or a Level 2 accountancy qualification, plus a GCSE grade 4 or above in English or maths (or equivalent). The level 3 aat accounting qualification covers advanced accounting tasks including financial statements, tax, and management accounting.

Who this course is for

The AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is an Ofqual regulated Level 3 qualification designed to develop advanced practical accounting skills for employment or progression to Level 4.

This diploma covers four core units.

Entry requirements

You must have a sound knowledge of bookkeeping principles to undertake the AAT Level 3 programme. Achievement of a merit at AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping or a L2 Accountancy qualification is essential. Students must also hold a GCSE grade 4 in English or maths or equivalent qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll prepare financial statements for sole traders and partnerships.
  • You'll apply VAT and tax principles to accounting tasks.
  • You'll produce management accounting reports to support business decisions.
  • You'll use double-entry bookkeeping at an advanced level.
  • You'll understand ethical principles in accounting practice.
  • You'll process and reconcile accounts using industry-standard methods.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Crawley College. Learning is supported by a mix of tutor-led instruction and practical exercises. Assessment is through computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. Each unit has its own exam, and you'll need to pass all units to complete the Diploma.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations
  • Bookkeeper: maintaining financial records for businesses
  • Payroll administrator: managing employee pay and deductions
  • Purchase ledger clerk: handling supplier invoices and payments
  • Sales ledger clerk: managing customer accounts and receipts
  • Finance administrator: supporting finance teams in any sector

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the next step for those wanting to reach technician level and take on more complex accounting work.
  • ACCA or CIMA qualifications: for those aiming toward chartered accountant status. AAT Level 3 gives you exemptions from some early ACCA papers.
  • AAT apprenticeships: some employers offer degree-level accounting apprenticeships once you hold Level 3.
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