Accountancy Professional Qualification

AAT Diploma in Professional Accounting Level 4

Becoming a Chartered Accountant requires capability, knowledge, and qualifications to show your experience. It requires a lot of learning, time, and an understanding to apply the learning to your role. Our Diploma in Professional Accounting Level 4 qualification, now updated for the AAT Q2022 syllabus, equips you with expert skills and knowledge, preparing you to become a fully qualified accounting technician. This course is delivered online.

You’ll need to have completed AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, or an equivalent, to study this course and it will build upon and extend the knowledge gained at that level. After qualifying, you can work in accounting roles or progress onto studying chartered accountancy.

AAT is the ideal first step towards further qualifications such as ACCA and CIMA which take you onto specialist areas of accounting. Completing certain AAT qualifications can exempt you from certain modules on the route to becoming a Chartered Accountant.

Entry requirements

Candidates must hold an AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma or equivalent and/or working within an accounts department
If you are unsure which level is right for you, AAT offer a Skillcheck test, to help determine the right course for you

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At a glance

Relevant to

Accountants working at a professional level

Entry requirements

AAT Advanced Diploma Level 3, or equivalent

Type

Professional Qualification

Standard

AAT Diploma in Professional Accounting Level 4

Level

Level 4

Format/Modality

Virtual delivery

Duration

12 – 18 months

Geography

England

Cost

£849 (excl. exam costs and AAT membership)

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LEARNING TOPICS

Learning journey overview

The course is made up of three mandatory units and five optional units. You must pass all the mandatory units and two of the five optional unit assessments to achieve the qualification.

You’ll learn about drafting financial statements for single entities and relevant accounting standards and the consolidation of limited companies. You will also gain the skills to interpret the financial statements of limited companies, using ratio analysis.

You’ll learn how to implement organisational planning processes in an organisation, use internal processes to enhance operational control, and techniques to decide on short-term and long-term decision making.

You’ll demonstrate your understanding by evaluating internal controls and accounting systems within an organisation, and make recommendations to any weaknesses you find. You will also learn how technology can impact accounting systems and the roles and responsibilities of the accounting function within an organisation.

You’ll learn how to prepare tax computations for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies and for the sale of capital assets by limited companies. You will also understand the administrative requirements of UK tax law, the implications of errors, late filing of tax returns, and business disposal in an ethical manner.

You’ll learn about the principles, rules and implications that underpin the taxation systems and inheritance tax. You will also learn how to calculate taxpayers’ total income, income tax, NI, and capital gains tax.

You’ll gain an understanding about audit and the assurance framework and the importance of professional ethics. You will also learn how to conduct an external audit which includes planning and obtaining sufficient and appropriate evidence.

You'll learn how to prepare forecasts for cash receipts and payments, cash budgets and monitor cash flows. You’ll gain the practical skills for taking appropriate action to maximise the wealth of a business when they have shortfalls or surpluses in their cash budget.

You’ll learn the techniques to assess credit risks, grant credit, how to collect debt from customers, and the principles of effective credit control in an organisation. You will also learn about the relevant legislation, contract law, and ethical principles within a credit control environment.

Key learning

Interpret financial statements using ratio analysis
Complete a corporation tax return
Author a professional report
Measure performance and manage costs

Programme Outcomes

For employers

The AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting is the most advanced level on the AAT qualification route. The topics covered on this apprenticeship will give your accounting professionals the ability to carry out professional accounting tasks including drafting financial statements, managing budgets, and evaluating financial performance.

For learners

On completion of this course, you will have a formal industry recognised qualification and be confident in a range of tasks. These include being able to complete a limited company’s statutory financial statements, prepare budgets and income expenditure forecasts and measure performance and manage costs. You will also be able confident to complete a corporation tax return and a a self-assessment tax return.

Please use the link below to locate the centres which would be suitable for you to sit your assessments and the associated costs. Exams and AAT membership costs are not included in the price of this course, and you would pay the centre directly.

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How the programme works

What is expected of learners?

We provide the very best in teaching and resources to guide learners through the programme and are committed to support every step of the way. Learners must also commit to learning aims as part of the programme, building a partnership with Babington which not only ensures successful completion of the course, but also builds valuable new skills, knowledge and working styles.

We will support you with your online distance learning course, which is self driven home study.
Help you prepare for your unit assessment.
We will guide and mentor you through your development.
Learning support will be available from a tutor via email, phone or virtual TEAMS session.

Aim to spend 15 to 20 hours per week learning and studying.
To complete units and sit AAT assessments within advised timeframe.
To take responsibility to “self drive” your learning journey using all the resources provided to fully engage in the home study/independent learning experience.
Purchase books, register with AAT and use AAT Link to book and pay for your own exams.

Why us?

Personalised independent e-learner journey.
Access to learning 24/7 with Babington's digital platform EQUAL - track your progress and test your learning.
Dedicated tutor - support when you need it.
Tailored 1-2-1 study support session.

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Trainer testimonial

What our expert Trainers have to say

I have a passion for helping and supporting anyone looking to learn new accounting skills. It is a privilege and pleasure to see a learner successfully achieve their qualification and progress in their career. In my 20 plus years in the education and training sector, I have had the privilege to help build individual learner’s confidence and self-belief, enabling them to aspire to make significant, positive life-style career changes and improve their quality of life. I love my job!

Teresa Haley

Accountancy Tutor

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Delivering meaningful outcomes

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80% of members who have completed an AAT Accounting qualification agree it has increased their earning potential

72%

76% of AAT members are satisfied in with their current job

83%

Babington received a Customer Satisfaction rate of 83% for academic year 2020/21

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Learners supported each year across our Accountancy portfolio

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AAT Diploma in Professional Accounting Level 4

At a glance

Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements (compulsory)

Applied Management Accounting (compulsory)

Internal Accounting Systems and Controls (compulsory)

Business Tax (optional)

Personal Tax (optional)

Audit and Assurance (optional)

Cash and Financial Management (optional)

Credit and Debt Management (optional)

Key learning

Programme Outcomes

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