AAT Accounting Courses

AAT is the UK’s leading professional body for accounting technicians, known for its practical, accessible qualifications that open doors to finance careers

AAT Accounting Courses provides a solid foundation in bookkeeping, financial processes, and business skills. Combined with the CIMA qualification, these accounting qualifications offer learners worldwide accessible and flexible pathways. Whether you are starting your career in accountancy, considering a career change, or enhancing existing skills, the AAT qualification is designed to support students from all backgrounds.

AAT qualifications are respected by employers and offer a flexible route into accounting. They’re ideal for those seeking hands-on expertise and a stepping stone to higher-level qualifications like ACCA, CIMA and ICAEW. 

AAT Qualification Structure 

Level
Description
Style
Duration
Channel
Bookkeeping Qualifications
Covers double-entry bookkeeping and associated documents
On-demand computer-based assessments
3-6 months

HTFT Live

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On Demand

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Distance Learning

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Advanced bookkeeping sufficient for a bookkeeping role or progress to higher accounting levels
On-demand computer-based assessments
6-12 months

HTFT Live

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On Demand

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Distance Learning

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Accounting Qualifications
Introduces basic accounting principles, bookkeeping and finance systems
On-demand computer-based assessments
6-12 months

HTFT Live

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On Demand

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Distance Learning

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Develops skills in financial processes, VAT, costing, and ethical practice
On-demand computer-based assessments
9-12 months

HTFT Live

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On Demand

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Distance Learning

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Master complex accounting tasks to secure senior finance positions and attain full AAT membership.
On-demand computer-based assessments
12-18 months

HTFT Live

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On Demand

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Distance Learning

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AAT contact information: 

 Need to reach AAT? Please use their official Help and Support page: https://www.aat.org.uk/about/help-and-support  

For additional resources and study support, visit the students section:  https://www.aatcomment.org.uk/category/audience/students/ 

Studying AAT with HTFT

We offer three ways to study for AAT at HTFT, each designed to help you learn more in less time, and succeed in the exam.

HTFT Live

Combines flexibility with structure, using a flipped classroom approach. You’ll learn through pre-class preparation and then join scheduled live online sessions where tutors focus on application, deeper understanding, and exam technique. 

HTFT On-Demand

Is our self-paced course, allowing you to study when you want to by accessing a library of online recordings and resources. Ideal if you want to take control of your learning journey. 

HTFT Distance Learning

This is our most flexible and cost-effective way to study, giving you the freedom to learn wherever and whenever you want. We will carefully guide you through our library of high quality and exam focused online and printed materials.

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We design all our courses to create great learning experiences and deliver exceptional pass rates, consistently exceeding Institute averages. Learn more about our AAT study options by clicking the links in the table above.