Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Farnborough. Classes run at Farnborough College of Technology, part-time during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll build on foundation accounting knowledge, covering financial statements, tax, and management accounting. This level 3 aat accounting qualification is recognised by employers across finance and accountancy. AAT is the professional body for accounting technicians, and this qualification carries real weight with hiring managers.
Who this course is for
See college website for details of this course. Please note that start dates are indicative only - you should visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
What you will learn
You'll prepare financial statements for sole traders and partnerships.
You'll apply VAT and tax principles to business accounting tasks.
You'll use management accounting techniques to support business decisions.
You'll understand ethical standards in professional accounting practice.
You'll process and reconcile accounts using double-entry bookkeeping.
You'll interpret financial data and produce reports for internal use.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Farnborough College of Technology. Learning is supported by tutor-led instruction and practical accounting exercises. Assessment is through a combination of computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. Each unit is assessed separately, so you work through the qualification at a structured pace.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Farnborough College of Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments for a business
Bookkeeper, maintaining financial records for small businesses
Payroll administrator, managing employee pay and deductions
Purchase ledger clerk, handling supplier invoices and reconciliations
Sales ledger clerk, managing customer accounts and credit control
Finance administrator, supporting a finance team with day-to-day tasks
What you could study next
AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting. The natural next step, covering budgeting, financial statements, and optional specialist units. It opens routes into chartered accountancy training.
ACCA or CIMA professional qualifications. AAT Level 3 gives you exemptions from some early ACCA papers, letting you progress toward chartered status faster.
AAT Level 4 also qualifies you to apply for AAT full membership, which is recognised by employers across the sector.
