Level 3
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Business and Enterprise
Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Diploma Level 3
The qualification is ideal for experienced Bookkeepers who are looking to advance their knowledge in double entry bookkeeping, financial statements, spreadsheets and software.
- Attendance - Part-time
- Duration - 10 months
- Start Date - Flexible dates from September
- Where - Huddersfield Centre
COURSE
OVERVIEW
On this course you will learn complex accounting techniques. This will include, maintaining cost accounting records and the preparation of reports and returns. You will master a number of accounting disciplines including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants. Sessions will be one day a week, on Thursdays.
On this course learning is through case studies, group work, individual research and online support. You will develop independent study skills and apply these to realistic assignments throughout the course. Study will include complex accounting tasks, including preparing final accounts for sole traders and partnerships, and how to maintain cost accounting records, preparation of VAT records, cash management, professional ethics and spreadsheets.
Account preparation will be studied, this will include organisation structure and conceptual framework and how to prepare accounts from incomplete records. This unit also includes how to prepare accounts for sole traders and partnerships and an introduction to limited companies. You will also study indirect tax, such as VAT basics, including VAT schemes, returns and administration.
The principals of ethical working and the AAT code of professional ethics are also studied on this course. This will include money laundering, fraud and taxation issues. You will learn both introduction and advanced spreadsheet techniques. This will include controls, security and sharing, data validation, passwords and cell protection data. Also how to manipulate pivot tables, filtering data, subtotals and sorting data.
For more information on this course and help with enrolment, please call the enrolment hotline on 01484 437100. Phonelines open on Monday 10 August and are open Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm.
Finance and Funding
The cost of this course is £2,573.
This course could be eligible for support towards the cost of fees depending on your personal circumstances. If you are paying in full then you instalment plans are available.
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Entry Requirements
GCSE English and maths grade 4 / C or above and ideally a Level 2 AAT qualification. You need to be working in accountancy or have previous accountancy employment. It may be possible to join this course without the Level 2 AAT dependant on employment history.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is through computer-based exams and case studies or work-based evidence.
Course Progression
Level 4 qualification or higher skills qualification
Career Progression
You can progress onto the Level 4 qualificaiton, or into employment
WHAT CAREER PATHWAYS CAN THIS COURSE LEAD TO
Wide range of jobs in this industry
Excellent choice of employers in this industry
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