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Accounting - Level 3 (AAT)

at Blackpool and The Fylde College, BLACKPOOL · college

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Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearPart time£2,573

What the college says

Ready to boost your accounting career or take your first step into the world of finance? The AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is a competence-based qualification that equips you with the practical, hands-on skills needed for a wide range of roles in the accounting and finance sector. Whether you're aiming to become an Accounts Assistant, Finance Officer, or looking to progress to higher study, this qualification gives you the confidence and knowledge to get there. You'll master more complex accounting areas, including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts, management accounting techniques, and ethical practices in the workplace. The course blends classroom learning with real-world application, helping you develop valuable skills in VAT, spreadsheets, and business awareness. This Level 3 qualification is also equivalent to 160 UCAS points, making it a strong option if you're thinking about applying to university in the future. With expert tutors, supportive resources, and a flexible structure, the AAT Level 3 Diploma is your next step toward a rewarding career in finance. This course is ideal for a wide range of applicants including those already employed in an accounting or finance environment, those seeking a career change or, indeed, people without a job who are looking to rejoin the workforce in a rewarding and relatively stable field of employment.

What you need to get on

It is expected that you will already hold an AAT Level 2 Certificate. However, some students may be eligible to begin at Level 3 if they already hold other accounting qualifications and/or have relevant work experience. To support your application, you will be required to complete a diagnostic assessment in addition to having English and Maths GCSEs or functional skills.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • UNIVERSITY CENTRE

    BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE Park Road, Blackpool, FY1 4ES

    EveningClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Blackpool

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