Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) – Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping

Who is this course for?

This Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 3 qualification develops existing skills and knowledge to an advanced level for anyone wishing to pursue a career in bookkeeping & finance or to progress to further study in accounting.

AAT is the UK’s leading professional body offering skills-based accountancy and finance qualifications. Their qualifications are practical, internationally recognised and can open doors in any industry across the world.

AAT is open to everyone – you don’t need previous qualifications or experience, and you can work at a pace that fits in with your lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for your first job in accountancy, want to change careers, or simply want to enhance your existing accounting skills, AAT will give you the training you need.

AAT offers a range of benefits for students, including study support, topical news and updates, and exclusive discounts. AAT also offers an excellent route into chartered accountancy. If you choose to further your studies with one of the leading chartered professional bodies, such as ACCA, CIPFA or CIMA, your AAT qualification will give you generous exemptions. Your AAT qualification could also give you the opportunity to run your own accounting or bookkeeping practice.

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If you would like to apply for this course, please complete the application form and return it to aat@highlands.ac.uk.

What are the entry requirements for the course?

AAT does not set any entry requirements for this qualification. However, for the best chance of success, students should have ideally completed the Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping. Prior attainment of other business or finance studies is essential. This course is for candidates with a good knowlege of bookkeeping and accounting.

We recommend that students begin their studies with a good standard of English and Maths. Bookkeepers and accountants work at the very heart of a business and are expected to be able to communicate information clearly and appropriately to a given audience.

How long is this course?

The programme is part-time, one Tuesday evening session per week from 6.00pm to 8.30pm for 23 weeks with 3 optional Saturday morning revision sessions from 10am to 1pm.

The course is delivered at the Professional Studies Centre, Highlands College

Next course starts in September 2025

What will I study on this course?

This qualification comprises two mandatory units:

Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements
Tax Processes for Businesses

A student completing this qualification will develop the skills needed for financial processes including accounting principles and concepts, advanced bookkeeping and preparing financial statements. They will also understand business issues regarding payroll and value added tax (VAT) (which may be known by another name in other countries ie GST in Jersey). All of this will be learned in the context of ethical issues that a bookkeeper may encounter in their professional life.

What Qualification will I gain?

AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping (Q2022)

How is the course assessed?

Students must successfully achieve the two mandatory unit computerised assessments to achieve this qualification. These are taken at the end of each unit.

Certificates will not be issued until the assessments have been successfully completed and it can take up to six weeks before certificates are issued.

What does this course lead on to?

The bookkeeping skills developed by studying this qualification will enable a student to seek employment with confidence and/or progress to accounting qualifications.

How much will it cost?

Course fee: £1188

NB: The course fee does not include a £94 registration fee paid directly by the learner to AAT prior to starting the course at Highlands

How can I find out more?

To find out more, please email aat@highlands.ac.uk

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the entry requirements for this course?

Entry requirements differ depending on the course; you may be required to attend an interview in the first instance to assess the suitable of the qualification for your learning and requirements. Please contact the relevant department’s Course Administrator to discuss this further.

Who do I make cheques payable to?

Cheques should be made out to “Treasurer of the States”. If you are applying for more than one course, please enclose separate cheques for each. This will enable us to return fees for courses that are already full and still process other applications without delay. You may also pay by MasterCard, Visa or Maestro by filling out the required card details.

Can I pay the course fee by instalments?

In some instances an instalment plan may be possible, please discuss this with the Course Administrator.

When do courses run?

Highlands College part-time courses vary in length from evening or half-day workshops to two or three academic years. The majority of courses follow an academic timetable and may exclude half terms, bank holidays or other breaks.

What happens if the course I want is full?

Our policy is to accept applications on a first-come, first-served basis on receipt of fees. However, if a course is full a person’s name can be added to a waiting list. If the list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up and you will be contacted.

What if my course is relocated, rescheduled or cancelled?

We make every effort to avoid doing this, but occasionally it is necessary. This is why it is vitally important for us to have your current telephone numbers or e-mail address in order that we can contact you as speedily as possible. If you have a mobile telephone number, we may use a text message service to inform you of any changes to your course. Please note; our text message service is a non-reply service.

Why are some courses cancelled?

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing the course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum, we reluctantly cancel it. We contact the applicants and provide a full refund, or offer a transfer to another course if a suitable one is available.

How will my course be assessed?

Assessment varies depending on the course; some may require formal written or practical assessment or attendance at examinations.

If I can no longer attend the class, can I get a refund?

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if your course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the Island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.

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Application priority

Applications for Highlands Professional are accepted on a first come, first served basis on receipt of fees. If a student withdraws you may be offered a place, or if the waiting list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up, for which you will be offered a place.

Cancellations

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing a course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum we reluctantly cancel it. Applicants are provided with a full refund or a transfer to another suitable course if one is available.

Refunds

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if a course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.