Free AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Course in Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run at University and Professional Development Centre, one day a week on Fridays from 9.30am to 4.30pm. This part-time daytime schedule makes it possible to study alongside other commitments. The level 3 AAT bookkeeping qualification is aimed at experienced bookkeepers and covers double entry bookkeeping, financial statements, and VAT. The course runs over one year. On completion, you can apply for AAT associate bookkeeping membership and use the professional AATQB designation.
Who this course is for
Aimed at experienced bookkeepers, this qualification studies areas such as double entry bookkeeping, financial statements and indirect tax (VAT).If you successfully complete this qualification, you can apply for AAT associate bookkeeping membership and achieve professional AAT Bookkeeper status (AATQB).This course is mainly self-study with access to an online learning platform and books that you will need to collect from your local learning centre. You will have regular contact from your designated tutor throughout your studies.You are expected to schedule in your exams in 3 month intervals following your start date. This will ensure that the course is completed within a 6 month period.
Entry requirements
AAT does not set any prerequisites for the study of the AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping. However, for the best chance of success, we recommend that students begin their studies with a good standard of English and Maths.If you have not completed AAT level 2, but have relevant work experience in accounting/finance, it is advisable to undertake theAAT skills checkprior to application, which can be found on this weblink,AAT Skillcheck | AAT.
What you will learn
You'll apply double entry bookkeeping principles to real financial records.
You'll prepare financial statements for sole traders and partnerships.
You'll calculate and account for indirect tax, including VAT.
You'll understand the principles of professional bookkeeping practice.
You'll develop the knowledge needed to achieve AATQB professional status.
How you will learn
You'll attend weekly Friday classes at the centre, running from 9.30am to 4.30pm. AAT Level 3 bookkeeping classes combine taught sessions with practice exercises. Assessment is through computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. You'll need to pass each exam to complete the qualification and gain your AAT bookkeeping certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University and Professional Development Centre 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 core bookkeeping tasks.
Purchase ledger clerk. Process and reconcile supplier invoices and payments.
Sales ledger clerk. Manage customer invoicing and credit control.
Payroll administrator. Handle employee pay using bookkeeping knowledge.
Self-employed bookkeeper. Offer bookkeeping services to small businesses.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. Broadens your skills into management accounting, tax, and spreadsheets, and opens the door to AAT full membership.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. The highest AAT level, covering budgeting, financial statements, and tax. Leads to AAT full membership (MAAT) and can count toward chartered accountancy qualifications such as ACCA or CIMA.
