Free AAT Level 4 Accounting Course in Greenwich

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

Free AAT Level 4 Accounting Course in Greenwich. Classes run at London South East Colleges Greenwich, part-time during the day. The course runs over 35 weeks, so you can build your skills at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll study advanced accounting topics including financial statements, budgeting, tax, and management accounting, working toward the AAT Level 4 accounting qualification that employers in finance and accounting recognise. This is a free AAT accounting course for adults who meet the eligibility criteria. Check the college website for current entry requirements and fee information.

Who this course is for

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Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll prepare financial statements for limited companies and other organisations.
  • You'll apply budgeting and forecasting techniques used in management accounting.
  • You'll calculate and complete VAT returns and understand tax obligations.
  • You'll analyse business performance using financial data and ratios.
  • You'll use accounting software to process and report financial information.
  • You'll understand ethical standards and professional conduct in accounting.
  • You'll complete internal controls and accounting systems reviews.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at London South East Colleges Greenwich. Learning combines taught lessons with practice exercises and case studies. Assessment is through a mix of computer-based exams and synoptic assessments set by AAT. The synoptic assessment draws on knowledge from across the qualification, testing how you apply skills in realistic accounting scenarios.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. London South East Colleges Greenwich will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant, managing day-to-day financial transactions
  • Management accountant, producing budgets and financial reports
  • Tax technician, handling VAT and tax compliance for businesses
  • Payroll supervisor, overseeing payroll processing and compliance
  • Finance officer, supporting financial planning in public or private sector
  • Bookkeeper, maintaining accurate financial records for organisations
  • Assistant accountant, supporting qualified accountants in practice or industry

What you could study next

  • ACCA Qualification: the next step toward becoming a fully chartered accountant. AAT Level 4 gives you exemptions from some ACCA papers.
  • CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting: moves you into management accounting and strategic finance roles.
  • AAT also offers a route into ICAEW training, which some employers support through apprenticeships or graduate schemes.