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AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Course Online

CostFREE
Duration26 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
Start12 Oct 2026
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Course. Study online at your own pace over 26 weeks. The course is free for some learners, including those who are unemployed or earn under £25,750, subject to a postcode check. Fees of £1,265 apply otherwise, with an Advanced Learner Loan available. This level 3 aat bookkeeping qualification covers the skills employers look for in bookkeeping and accounting roles. You'll have an online support tutor throughout, so you get guidance and feedback as you go. Exams and AAT membership are included in the fee.

Who this course is for

Since the pandemic, we've really embraced online learning. We know that study habits have changed, and more and more people are taking advantage of the convenience of studying online.Our online courses are perfect for helping you to improve knowledge, boost your CV, and progress your career. You can choose from an excellent range of subjects such as accounting, leadership, and care-related courses.We'll also provide you with an online support tutor, so you won't be left on your own to figure it all out for yourself. Your support tutor will always be on hand to guide and steer you in the right direction and give you feedback on your assignments.Please note that some Level 3 courses may be fully funded if you are unemployed or earn under the National Llivign Wage threshold of �25,750 or under (annual gross salary). (*subject to postcode check)*We will use your postcode to determine if you live in an area we can fund with a fee waiver. If your postcode is devolved** then you may decide to waive your funding rights and proceed with self-funding, or an Advanced Learner Loan.** There are currently 16 devolved areas in England: Greater London, Devon and Torbay, Greater Lincolnshire, Hull and East Yorkshire, Lancashire, West Midlands, Greater Manchester, Liverpool City Region, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, Tees Valley, West of England, York and North Yorkshire, East Midlands, Cornwall, and the North East. We are also unable to support with funding with a fee waiver or if you live in Wales, Scotland or Ireland.For more information on eligibility please contact us:- Email: [email protected] Tel: 030 300 38368

Entry requirements

Successful completion of current course(s)

What you will learn

  • You'll record and process financial transactions accurately.
  • You'll prepare and reconcile ledger accounts.
  • You'll produce trial balances and identify errors.
  • You'll apply double-entry bookkeeping principles at an advanced level.
  • You'll understand VAT and how to complete VAT returns.
  • You'll use accounting software to manage financial records.
  • You'll interpret financial data to support business decision-making.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. An online support tutor is available throughout to give feedback on your work and answer questions. Assessment is through AAT examinations, which are included in the course fee. You'll sit these when you're ready, rather than on a fixed date.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. East Sussex College Eastbourne will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper: manage day-to-day financial records for businesses.
  • Accounts assistant: support an accounts team with transactions and reconciliations.
  • Purchase ledger clerk: process supplier invoices and payments.
  • Sales ledger clerk: manage customer invoicing and credit control.
  • Payroll administrator: calculate and process employee pay.
  • Finance assistant: general financial administration across a business.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: broadens your accounting knowledge beyond bookkeeping, covering financial statements and management accounting.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the senior level AAT qualification, recognised by employers for finance and accounting roles.
  • ACCA or CIMA: professional accountancy qualifications for those aiming toward chartered status.
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