Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Farnborough. Evening classes run at Farnborough College of Technology, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course runs over 36 weeks part-time. You'll build on the foundations of double-entry bookkeeping and move into more advanced accounting, covering financial statements, management accounting, and tax. AAT is the qualification employers look for when hiring for accounting roles, and this level 3 aat accounting qualification sits at the heart of a professional accounting career.
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 management accounting techniques to support business decisions
You'll process and submit VAT returns accurately
You'll use double-entry bookkeeping at an advanced level
You'll understand the principles of professional ethics in accounting
You'll analyse and interpret financial data
How you will learn
You'll attend evening classes at Farnborough College of Technology. AAT Level 3 is assessed through a combination of computer-based exams and a synoptic assessment that draws on knowledge from across the qualification. The synoptic assessment tests your ability to apply skills together, not just in isolation. Your tutor will guide you through each unit in the classroom before you sit the assessments.
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, payments, and reconciliations
Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier accounts and payments
Sales ledger clerk: handling customer invoicing and credit control
Payroll administrator: calculating and processing employee pay
Bookkeeper: maintaining accurate financial records for businesses
Tax assistant: helping prepare and submit tax returns
What you could study next
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the natural next step, covering budgeting, financial statements for limited companies, and specialist options such as tax and audit. Completing Level 4 gives you AAT full membership and can exempt you from some exams with ACCA, CIMA, and ICAEW.
ACCA Qualification: the route toward becoming a chartered certified accountant, recognised internationally by employers.
