AAT Accounting Level 4

Course Overview

The AAT Level 4 course will start September 2019 and will run for the whole year, finishing July 2020.

The courses are run at The Hub on either a Thursday daytime 09:15 to 16:15 or two evenings a week on Tuesday and Thursday evening 18:00 to 21:00.

On completion of the course you should be able to get a job as a Finance Manager, Purchase or Sales ledger clerk, or a bookkeeper.

There are NO remissions available for the course. For full details of the costs please ring Linda Scott on 01302 553553 ext 2849 in the Learner Services Department at the Hub.

The full costs for the course they are as follows: Students aged 19+ – £2,573

The course fees will include your membership to AAT, all materials for the course and all exam fees for 1 sitting only, (should you not pass any of the exams then the resit costs would have to be paid for by yourself). This does not include books. It is suggested that you should by books, but it is not mandatory.

There are many ways to pay for the course and this could be done as follows:

You could get your employer to pay for the course, the college would require a letter from them on company letter headed paper. Just present this to Student Services when you enrol.
You could pay by Direct Debit
You could if you are over 19 apply for a 19+ loan, the details of all would be sent to you on receipt of your application.
You could do an apprenticeship. You have to be working for 35 hours a week in an accounting role, petty cash, purchase/sales ledger etc. For more details contact workforce development 01302 553553

Level: Level 4
Duration: 1 year part-time
Awarding Body: AAT
Course Fees: £2573
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Aged 19 and over? Click here to find out about our financial support available

Units and Structure

During this course you will take 6 exams and one project in the following subjects:

Financial Statements (Financial Accounting)
Personal Tax
Budgeting (Management Accounting)
Financial Performance (Management Accounting)
Credit Control
Synoptic Assessment

Entry Requirements

You'll need to have:

Previous high level accountancy or finance experience or relevant qualifications (AAT Level 3). An interview prior to enrolment is required.

For equivalent qualifications see our Entry Requirements Explained page.

Tutors and Student Support

Mary Dobson

Course Leader

I started working for ASDA stores Ltd when I was 16; I progressed through the company and held a number of managerial positions. In 2006 I decided to I wanted a change of career and I decided to study AAT at Doncaster College, I went on to gain my full qualification. I have worked in the accounting industry in a number of roles. In 2011 I came to teach at college on a part time basis delivering Computerised accounts. Since then I have been teaching AAT levels 1 to 4. I have also gained my Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS) and have completed my Certificate in Education with Hull University

Student Support and Facilities

As a student, you’ll have access to a wide range of facilities, services and support, including:

Step outside the classroom and access our state of the art facilities as well as 3 huge Learning Resource Centres with thousands of resources to use
With hands-on experience you’ll be prepared for employment with a competitive edge.
A dedicated impartial careers advice team to help you on your future path
Our wide range of courses means that we can offer the right paths to get you where you need to be
Our Hub campus is right in the heart of the town centre meaning you can find your way to us easily
Outstanding student support throughout your studies with us.

Progression and Employment

On completion of the course you will be well prepared for roles including Finance Manager, Purchase or Sales ledger Clerk, or a Bookkeeper.

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Have any further questions about this course? You can contact someone specifically about it by using the details below or filling in the enquiry form.

Mary Dobson
01302 553899
mary.dobson@don.ac.uk

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