Free AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Course in Richmond. Classes run at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day. This free AAT bookkeeping course for adults covers complex accounting tasks, including maintaining cost accounting records, preparing reports and returns, and applying accounting ethics. Sessions run for around 4 hours, making it manageable alongside other commitments. The level 3 AAT bookkeeping qualification is well regarded by employers in finance and accounting.
Who this course is for
The level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping 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 to real bookkeeping tasks.
You'll record and analyse complex financial transactions.
You'll understand the principles behind management accounting.
You'll produce data to support business decision-making.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, practical exercises, and worked examples. Assessment is through AAT's set examinations, which you'll sit as part of the course. Your tutor will guide you through the syllabus and help you prepare for each assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service 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 a finance team with transactions and reconciliations
Payroll administrator: process employee pay and deductions accurately
Purchase ledger clerk: handle supplier invoices and payment runs
Sales ledger clerk: manage customer invoices and credit control
Finance administrator: provide financial support across an organisation
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: broadens your accounting knowledge beyond bookkeeping, covering financial statements and tax.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the next step toward senior finance roles and chartered accountancy routes.
AAT Accounting Technician status: completing AAT qualifications at Level 4 can lead to full AAT membership, recognised by employers across the UK.
