Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Ashford. Classes run at Brooklands College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 26 weeks, giving you a manageable pace that works alongside other commitments. You'll study financial accounting, management accounting, and business tax, building the skills employers look for in accounting roles. AAT is the professional body for accounting technicians, and this level 3 aat accounting qualification is widely used as a route into finance and accounts work. Complete the course and earn a Level 3 Diploma in Accounting with certificate.
Who this course is for
Funding is available for school leavers and adults
Entry requirements
Please refer to Website
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 account for business tax.
You'll use double-entry bookkeeping to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll analyse costs and prepare budgets.
You'll understand ethical principles in accounting practice.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Brooklands College. Learning is through a mix of taught sessions, worked examples, and practice questions. Assessment is by computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. Each unit has its own exam, which you sit when you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brooklands College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments for a business
Payroll administrator, managing employee pay and deductions
Purchase ledger clerk, handling supplier accounts and reconciliations
Sales ledger clerk, managing customer invoicing and credit control
Finance assistant, supporting a finance team with day-to-day tasks
Bookkeeper, maintaining accurate financial records for small businesses
What you could study next
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step, covering complex tax, financial statements, and management accounting at a higher level.
ACCA or CIMA. After completing AAT Level 4, you can apply for exemptions from some ACCA and CIMA exams, moving toward chartered accountant status.
AAT apprenticeship. Some learners move into an accounting apprenticeship to earn while they continue studying.
