Free Level 3 GCE A Level in Accounting Course in Leicester. Classes run at Gateway Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. You'll need 2 to 4 GCSEs at grade 2 (E) or above, including maths and English, or entry level Functional Skills. The course runs over 24 months and covers financial accounting, management accounting, and business finance. The AQA GCE A Level in Accounting qualification is widely used as a route into university study or entry-level finance roles.
Who this course is for
This practical course is a useful foundation for anyone thinking of pursuing a career in health and social care, working in organisations such as residential homes, hospitals, nurseries and schools. You don't need any previous experience but you should have an interest in caring for and helping people.
Entry requirements
2-4 GCSEs at grade 2 (E) or above - including maths and English or entry level functional skills.
What you will learn
You'll study financial accounting, including preparing and interpreting financial statements.
You'll learn management accounting techniques used to support business decisions.
You'll explore how businesses raise and manage finance.
You'll analyse accounting data to assess business performance.
You'll develop skills in budgeting, costing, and financial planning.
You'll understand the regulatory and ethical framework that governs accounting practice.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Gateway Sixth Form College over two years. AQA assesses this qualification through written examinations at the end of the course. There are no coursework components. Classes cover theory, worked examples, and practice questions to prepare you for the exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Gateway Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and financial records
Bookkeeper: maintaining day-to-day financial accounts for businesses
Finance administrator: supporting finance teams with data and reporting
Payroll assistant: calculating and processing employee pay
Credit controller: managing customer payments and outstanding debts
Junior auditor: checking financial records for accuracy and compliance
What you could study next
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: a vocational route that builds on A Level knowledge and is valued by employers for accounting technician roles.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: the next step toward chartered accountancy study.
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business: the GCE A Level in Accounting is a recognised entry qualification for university programmes in these subjects.
ACCA or CIMA professional qualifications: for those aiming toward chartered accountant status.
