Free AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Course in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Skipton Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around your working week. This level 3 AAT bookkeeping qualification covers complex accounting tasks, including cost accounting records, preparing reports and returns, and applying accounting ethics. It's a free AAT bookkeeping course for adults aged 19 or over who meet the funding eligibility criteria. Classes are part-time, with sessions of around 4 hours.
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 work with complex double-entry bookkeeping systems.
You'll record and analyse financial transactions at an advanced level.
You'll understand the principles behind management accounting.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run in the evening, part-time. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions covering bookkeeping theory and practical accounting tasks. Assessment for the AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping is through AAT's own assessments, which are set and marked externally. Your tutor will guide you through the content and prepare you for each assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper. Manage accounts for small and medium businesses.
Accounts assistant. Support a finance team with day-to-day transactions.
Purchase ledger clerk. Process supplier invoices and payments.
Sales ledger clerk. Manage customer accounts and credit control.
Payroll administrator. Handle employee pay and HMRC submissions.
Finance administrator. General financial record-keeping and reporting.
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. Broadens your accounting knowledge beyond bookkeeping into areas like tax and financial statements.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting. The next step toward becoming a fully qualified accounting technician, opening doors to senior finance roles.
AAT Bookkeeping Membership (AATQB). Once qualified, you can apply for AAT's bookkeeping membership status, which is recognised by employers.
