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Whether progressing from AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, progressing from another book keeping qualification, or joining the course with work experience, with this course you will master more complex financial processes, including final accounts for sole traders and partnerships, management accounting, professional ethics and spreadsheets, making it perfect for anyone interested in a career in book keeping, or who wants to go on to become a fully qualified accountant.
This course is mainly self-study with access to an online learning platform and books that you will need to collect from your local learning centre. You will have regular contact from your designated tutor throughout your studies.
You are expected to schedule in your exams in 3 month intervals following your start date. This will ensure that the course is completed within a 12 month period.
Aimed at experienced bookkeepers, this qualification studies areas such as double entry bookkeeping, financial statements and indirect tax (VAT).
If you successfully complete this qualification, you can apply for AAT associate bookkeeping membership and achieve professional AAT Bookkeeper status (AATQB).
This course is mainly self-study with access to an online learning platform and books that you will need to collect from your local learning centre. You will have regular contact from your designated tutor throughout your studies.
You are expected to schedule in your exams in 3 month intervals following your start date. This will ensure that the course is completed within a 6 month period.
| Qualification type | Level 3 Diploma |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Study times | You will be expected to be in college for a minimum of 3 days per week, from 9:00 to 4:00. Your timetable will be confirmed at induction. |
| Entry requirements | Four GCSEs Grade 4 or above, including maths or English. You will be invited to an interview and if you show aptitude, enthusiasm, and commitment, you may be considered with lower grades. |
| Campus | West Suffolk College Sixth Form Campus, Bury St Edmunds |
| Work placements | Yes |
| Qualification type | City and Guilds T level |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Study times | You will be expected to be in college for a minimum of 3 days per week, from 9:00 to 4:00. Your timetable will be confirmed at induction. With an additional day a week on industry placement. |
| Entry requirements | 5 GCSEs at grade 4 including English and Maths |
| Campus | West Suffolk College Sixth Form Campus, Bury St Edmunds |
| Work placements | Yes |
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