Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College, part-time during the day. The course takes around one year to complete, fitting study around other commitments. You'll build on foundation accounting knowledge, covering financial statements, tax, and management accounting. AAT is the qualification employers look for when hiring for accounting roles, and the level 3 aat accounting qualification opens doors to a range of finance careers.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll prepare financial statements for sole traders and partnerships
You'll apply VAT and tax principles to business transactions
You'll produce management accounting reports to support business decisions
You'll use accounting software to process and record financial data
You'll understand ethical standards and professional conduct in accounting
You'll analyse costs and revenues to support budgeting
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at The Sheffield College. Learning combines tutor-led instruction with practical exercises and case studies. Assessment is through a mix of computer-based exams set by AAT and skills-based assessments. Each unit is assessed separately, so you complete assessments as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, processing invoices and payments day to day
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments
Sales ledger clerk, handling customer invoices and receipts
Payroll administrator, calculating wages and managing payroll records
Finance assistant, supporting a finance team with reporting and reconciliation
Bookkeeper, maintaining accurate financial records for businesses
What you could study next
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. The natural next step, covering financial statements, budgeting, and tax at a higher level. Completing Level 4 can exempt you from some ACCA or CIMA exams.
ACCA Qualification. A globally recognised professional accounting qualification for those aiming for chartered accountant status.
CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting. An alternative professional route focused on management accounting.
