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Starts

2025/26 - Start dates vary, apply now

Study mode

Part Time

Campus

Framwellgate Moor Campus

Level

Level 4

Awarding body

AAT (ASSOCIATION OF ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS)

Course code

ACCOA4001ZP1

Fee Information

Please note, these prices are for the current academic year and may be subject to change for our courses starting in future years. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college, please see Fees and funding for more information.

Apprenticeships

This course is free to apprentices. Small companies may need to make a contribution towards training costs, large companies could pay through the apprenticeship levy, if they have funds available

Course may be subject to change.

Study the Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting to master complex accounting tasks and qualify for senior finance roles, as well as AAT full membership.

Entry Criteria

Must hold AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, or equivalent qualification.

Must be employed full-time in a relevant accountancy or finance role.

Additional Costs

Text Books - £120-140 Resit Exam Fees £64

What are the next steps?

You will be invited into the College to attend an interview. Please bring a copy of your AAT Level 3 completion Certificate and Maths and English achievement at Level 2.

Study Aims

This Level 4 qualification covers complex accounting and finance topics and tasks to develop your confidence in a wide range of financial management skills and applications.

You will gain competencies in drafting financial statements for limited companies, recommending accounting systems strategies and constructing and presenting complex management accounting reports.

Modules Studied

The mandatory units are:

  • Applied Management Accounting
  • Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements
  • Internal Accounting Systems and Controls.

The optional units are:

  • Business Tax
  • Personal Tax
  • Audit and Assurance
  • Cash and Financial Management
  • Credit and Debt Management

Times of Delivery

Wednesday 9am-4pm

Any times indicated are based on current courses and may be subject to change in future years. Full timetables will be confirmed at the start of each course.

Teaching and Assessment

The course is assessed via computer based assessments which are taken throughout the year, and marked by the AAT.

End Point Assessment

Apprentices undertake an End Point Assessment which includes a synoptic examination, a portfolio and reflective discussion or written statement.

Where can it take me?