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Free AAT Level 4 Accounting Course in Basingstoke

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

Free AAT Level 4 Accounting Course in Basingstoke. Evening classes run at Basingstoke College of Technology, so you can study around work.

This qualification covers both management accounting and financial accounting. You'll build technical skills that employers look for in accounting roles. The course also develops broader professional skills to prepare you for a changing workplace. It runs over 35 weeks, part-time.

You'll finish with the Diploma for Professional Accounting Technicians at Level 4.

Who this course is for

This qualification offers technical training in accounting and is ideal for anyone wishing to pursue a career in accountancy or finance. This qualification provides students with the skills employers need to be real-world ready. Using Q2022 as the foundation, technical skills for both management and financial accounting have been fully mapped to the Professional Accounting Technicians occupational standard. Beyond technical expertise, six core themes prepare students for a changing world. These themes create a foundation for a career that�s not just successful � but impactful. The profession has evolved from simple calculation to strategic interpretation and communication � transforming data into compelling stories. This qualification equips students to present insights with clarity and apply professional scepticism in an era defined by rapid technological change and AI-driven analysis.

Entry requirements

Please see our website for full details

What you will learn

  • You'll apply management accounting techniques to support business decisions.
  • You'll prepare financial statements for organisations.
  • You'll use budgeting and forecasting methods.
  • You'll understand tax and accounting regulations.
  • You'll develop skills in financial performance analysis.
  • You'll build professional skills aligned to the Accounting Technician occupational standard.

How you will learn

You'll attend evening classes at the college each week. Learning is classroom based, with tutor-led sessions covering both management and financial accounting topics. Assessment is through AAT's external exams and synoptic assessments, which test your knowledge and applied skills across the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Basingstoke College of Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounting Technician, manages day-to-day financial records for an organisation.
  • Assistant Accountant, supports qualified accountants with reporting and analysis.
  • Assistant Management Accountant, helps prepare budgets and management reports.
  • Bookkeeper, maintains accurate financial records for a business.
  • Payroll Administrator, processes staff pay and deductions for an employer.
  • Finance Assistant, handles invoicing, payments, and financial admin.

What you could study next

  • ACCA Qualification, the next step toward becoming a fully qualified accountant.
  • CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting, a route into management accounting at a higher level.
  • AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting (Level 4 synoptic top-up), if you need to complete remaining units.
  • Chartered Accountancy training (ACA), for those aiming at a senior finance career.
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