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Advanced Diploma Accounting

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Wakefield · other provider

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearPart time

What the college says

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is a well-respected and recognised qualification within the accounting profession and employers. Students who gain this Advanced Diploma as well as the Professional Diploma and who have relevant accounting work experience can apply for membership of the AAT and will normally get exam exemptions from the Chartered Accounting Bodies. The Advanced Diploma covers more complex financial processes including the preparation of accounts for sole traders and partnerships, VAT, management accounting and costings and professional ethics. Learning activities will be carried out using a blended approach. Online resources will be available, and various teaching aids will be used. The teaching sessions consist of lectures and student activities to test the student's understanding of the topics taught. In addition to the Students are expected to do six hours per week self-directed study in order to reinforce and develop their learning.

What you need to get on

GCSEs at Grade 9-4 in English and Maths. AND Have a job role in Finance or Accounting. AND You will need to have successfully completed the AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting. Consideration will be given to students who have a suitable alternative qualification in accounting.

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

  • Wakefield College

    Margaret Street, Wakefield, WF1 2DH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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