Level 3 Accounting Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship standard: Assistant Accountant
Discover what you could achieve with BPP’s AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting apprenticeship. Our accounting apprenticeships are fully funded for employers through the apprenticeship levy. Get the technical knowledge alongside professional skills to practice and excel as an Assistant Accountant.
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How this apprenticeship is delivered
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Apprenticeship overview
Introduction
BPP’s AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting helps build a strong understanding of how to execute varying financial activities to a high standard.
It includes valuable information and reports on how to drive the decision-making process.
Who is this programme for?
The Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship would suit roles such as:
Trainee Accounting Technician
Cashier Finance Assistant
Purchase Ledger Clerk
You’ll learn to work methodically, insightfully, and accurately within industry regulations of the accounting profession as an Assistant Accountant.
Where will the programme take you?
When you complete the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting apprenticeship, you have the opportunity for a diverse and lasting finance career. You’ll be able to join the AAT professional membership and build transferable skills that can be applied to a range of positions.
Accounting opens multiple pathways. Start by getting the right skills with BPP.
Who’s eligible?
Eligibility is set by individual employers, but typically includes:
Grade C or above in at least 5 GCSEs, including English and Mathematics
ORSignificant work experience
Learners must be employed in a role relevant to the programme to be eligible to apply.
Apprenticeship information
- Start Dates
- Regular start dates
- Application deadline
- 6 weeks before start date
- Study modes
- Face-to-face, online
- Cost
- 95% government funded for non-levy payers.£12,000levy fundedFree for Learners
- Apprenticeship standard
- Assistant Accountant
Pathways available
Choose your route based on the professional qualification you want to achieve.
AAT Level 3 Accounting & Taxation professional apprenticeship
AAT Level 3 is a globally acknowledged qualification that specialises in leadership and communications, business awareness, ethical standards, and regulation and compliance.
Learners will gain an AAT Diploma in Accounting on completion of this apprenticeship.
AAT pathway information
- Duration
- 18 months
- Start Dates
- Regular start dates
- Application deadline
- 6 weeks before start date
- Study modes
- Face-to-face, online
- Cost
- 95% government funded for non-levy payers.£12,000levy fundedFree for Learners
- Apprenticeship standard
- Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship / AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
Choose the UK's leading accountancy apprenticeship provider
I am extremely proud that Mazars ranked 6th in the top 100 Apprenticeship Employers. Our ongoing partnership with BPP has given us an advantage in the delivery and continued success of our apprenticeship programmes, enabling our employees to have thriving careers because of their on the job learning experience.
Miranda SmithHead of Leadership and Executive Development - Forvis Mazars
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A Level 3 accounting apprenticeship is equivalent to an A-level, allowing learners to progress in a range of fulfilling entry level accountancy and finance roles.