AAT Level 4 Accounting Course in Bury. Classes run at Bury College, part-time during the day, over 48 weeks. The course is free for some learners, and fees may apply for others depending on your circumstances. You'll need to have passed the AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting before you start. This level 4 aat accounting course builds on your Level 3 skills, covering management accounting, financial statements, internal controls, personal tax, and credit management. It prepares you for senior accounting and finance roles and opens the door to chartered accountancy study. Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting with certificate.
Who this course is for
Learners aged 19 and over
Entry requirements
Students required to have passed AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting prior to starting the course.
What you will learn
You'll apply management accounting techniques to support business decisions.
You'll draft and interpret financial statements for organisations.
You'll evaluate internal accounting systems and controls.
You'll calculate and advise on personal tax liabilities.
You'll manage credit and debt processes in an accounting context.
You'll develop the skills needed to progress toward chartered accountant status.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Bury College. Learning is delivered through taught classes covering each unit of the qualification. Assessment is set by AAT and includes a combination of computer-based assessments and, for some units, professional discussion or synoptic assessment. You'll complete assessments as you work through each topic area.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Management accountant. Oversee budgets and financial planning for a business.
Financial accountant. Prepare statutory accounts and financial reports.
Tax technician. Handle personal and business tax returns.
Accounts manager. Lead an accounts team within a finance department.
Finance officer. Manage day-to-day financial operations in an organisation.
Credit controller. Manage debt recovery and credit risk for a business.
What you could study next
ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA professional qualifications. The AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting gives you direct entry routes into chartered accountancy training with bodies such as ICAEW, ACCA, and CIMA. These are the qualifications that lead to fully chartered status and open senior finance roles across all sectors.
