PART-TIME COURSES

Accounting – AAT L3 Diploma in Accounting

Level 3

Course code: H37P157
Type: Part Time
Duration: 36 weeks
Subject area: Accountancy
Location: Hereford
Additional Costs - £124.00

This charge identified is applicable to learners aged 16-18 who qualify for funding. Learners aged 19+ will have to pay this charge and possibly tuition and exam fees. This will depend on the course and any prior qualifications. For further information, please refer to the fees page of our website https://hlnsc.ac.uk/fees/fees-guidance/

* Fees are chargeable each year and the fees quoted will be for the current year only, if the course is more than 1 year further fees will be due next year.

About the course

This qualification builds on the foundational skills learned at Level 2 and covers more advanced topics such as financial accounting, management accounting, and business awareness. Students will learn and develop skills needed for a range of financial processes, including maintaining cost accounting records, advanced bookkeeping and the preparation of financial reports and returns, as well maintaining VAT and Payroll records. They will develop their knowledge of the four key themes embedded in the qualification: ethics, technology, communications and sustainability.

What qualification will I gain?

AAT L3 Diploma in Accounting, which will allow you to:

  • Progress to AAT level 4 qualification, if you choose so

  • Apply for AAT Bookkeeping membership AATQB, which allows you to use AATQB letters after your name and demonstrates your professional qualification to potential employers.

Why choose us

HLNSC have industry-qualified tutors with substantial experience in this subject area. We offer face-to-face classroom-based teaching, practical and helpful learning resources available at any time, as well as one-to-one support as and when needed. You will never be expected to learn new material on your own, as it is thoroughly taught in class.

Key facts

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is the worlds leading professional body for accounting technicians.

As a student member you will have access to a wide range of quality learning resources to support your studies.

The AAT will also support your professional development through student conferences, webinars, support groups and events.

Please Note: These courses will only run if sufficient numbers are recruited for that pathway of study. We strongly advise you call the Enquiries Team on 0800 032 1986 to confirm start dates and costs. Days and times aresubject to change.

Day:

  • Friday (Wednesday from September 2025)

Time:

  • 09.00 16:00

Duration:

  • 36 weeks

Start Date:

  • September

Assessment methods

Assessment is by modular exams:

  • Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements

  • Managements Accounting Techniques

  • Business Awareness

  • Tax Processes for Businesses