Free AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Course in Richmond. Evening classes run at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time to fit around your existing commitments. This free AAT bookkeeping course for adults covers complex accounting tasks, including maintaining cost accounting records, preparing reports and returns, and applying accounting ethics. Classes run one evening per week, with each session lasting four hours. The level 3 AAT bookkeeping qualification is recognised by employers in finance and accounting roles. You'll need to be aged 19 or over as at 31 August in the current academic year to be eligible for funding.
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 in professional practice.
You'll record and process complex bookkeeping transactions.
You'll understand the principles underpinning double-entry bookkeeping at Level 3.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, attending evening sessions of four hours each week. Learning is delivered through tutor-led instruction, worked examples, and practice exercises. Assessment for the AAT Level 3 bookkeeping classes is through AAT's own assessments, which test your knowledge and practical bookkeeping skills. Your tutor will guide you through each topic before you sit the assessments.
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
Purchase ledger clerk: process supplier invoices and payments
Sales ledger clerk: manage customer accounts and credit control
Payroll administrator: calculate and process employee pay
Finance administrator: handle financial admin across a range of organisations
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 full AAT membership and senior finance roles.
AAT Bookkeeping Membership (AATQB): once you hold the Level 3 AAT bookkeeping certificate, you can apply for AAT's bookkeeping membership grade, which carries weight with employers.
