Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Greenwich

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Greenwich. Classes run at London South East Colleges Greenwich, part-time during the day. This level 3 aat accounting course runs over 35 weeks, giving you time to balance study with other commitments. You'll build on foundation accounting knowledge, covering financial statements, tax, and management accounting. To enrol, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, or a Level 2 qualification at Merit or Distinction in a related subject.

Who this course is for

Further information is available on our website

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 9 - 4/A* - C, including English and Maths, or a Level 2 qualification (Merit or Distinction) in a related subject. Note: for skills-based qualifications you might need the skills at Level 2 in order to enrol onto the Level 3.

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 professional accounting practice.
  • You'll analyse costs and prepare budgets for organisations.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at London South East Colleges Greenwich. Learning is delivered through taught classes, practical exercises, and coursework. Assessment is through AAT computer-based examinations at the end of each unit. You'll sit these exams at an approved AAT assessment venue. Your progress through each unit is tracked against the AAT assessment criteria.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. London South East Colleges Greenwich 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 financial records for small businesses.
  • Finance administrator: supporting finance teams in larger organisations.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting: the natural next step, covering complex financial management and tax. Completing Level 4 gives you AAT full membership and exemptions from some ACCA and CIMA exams.
  • ACCA Qualification: the globally recognised professional accounting qualification for those aiming toward chartered accountant status.
  • CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting: an alternative professional route focused on management accounting.

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