Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Pickering. Classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, part-time on evenings. This free AAT accounting course fits around your existing work or commitments. You'll cover complex accounting tasks, including cost accounting records, preparing reports and returns, and applying accounting ethics. The course runs for 4 hours per week. It's a recognised level 3 AAT accounting qualification that employers in finance and accounting look for. You'll need to be 19 or over as at 31 August in the current academic year to be eligible for funding.
Who this course is for
The level 3 in Accounting covers a range of complex accounting tasks, including maintaining cost accounting records and the preparation of reports and returns while complying to Accounting ethics.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice,further eligibility may be linked to where you live and your individual income.
What you will learn
You'll maintain cost accounting records accurately.
You'll prepare financial reports and statutory returns.
You'll apply accounting ethics and professional standards.
You'll work with complex accounting data and transactions.
You'll develop skills in management accounting and costing.
You'll interpret financial information to support business decisions.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom setting during evening sessions. Learning is delivered face-to-face, with tutor-led instruction covering accounting tasks and theory. Assessment for the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is through a combination of computer-based exams and synoptic assessments set by AAT. You'll sit these assessments when you and your tutor agree you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Atmosphere Centre for Young People will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant. Process invoices, payments, and financial records.
Bookkeeper. Maintain day-to-day financial accounts for businesses.
Payroll administrator. Manage employee pay, tax, and deductions.
Finance officer. Support budgeting and reporting in organisations.
Purchase ledger clerk. Handle supplier invoices and payments.
Credit controller. Manage debt collection and customer accounts.
What you could study next
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step after Level 3, covering budgeting, financial statements, and management accounting at a higher level.
ACCA or CIMA qualifications. Completing AAT Level 3 and 4 can give you exemptions from some ACCA and CIMA exams, opening routes toward chartered accountant status.
