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Level 4+
AAT L4 Dip in Professional Accounting Technicians
COURSE OVERVIEW
This qualification offers technical training in accounting and is ideal for anyone wishing to pursue a career in accountancy or finance.
Start: 14th September 2026 -; 10th July 2028
Monday 5-9pm
This course will be delivered face to face in Crawley College.
This qualification provides students with the skills employers need to be real world ready.
The profession has evolved from simple calculation to strategic interpretation and communication -; transforming data into compelling stories. This qualification equips students to present insights with clarity and apply professional scepticism in an era defined by rapid technological change and AI-driven analysis.
FURTHER INFORMATION
The AAT Level 4 course is designed for learners who already have a strong foundation in accounting. It is ideally suited to those who have completed AAT Level 3, have relevant accounting experience, or hold other accounting qualifications. Learners are expected to be confident with bookkeeping, financial statements, and basic accounting principles.
This course is not suitable for complete beginners and is aimed at those ready to study at a higher (Level 4) standard, supporting progression into senior accounting roles or further professional qualifications.
After completing the AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting, learners can take the next step in their accounting career by:
- Applying for AAT full membership (MAAT)
- Progressing into senior accounting roles, such as Assistant Accountant, Finance Officer, or Accounts Manager
- Continuing professional study with higher-level qualifications, including ACCA, CIMA, or ICAEW, often with exemptions
- Using the qualification as a pathway into higher education or specialist finance roles
This qualification supports both career advancement and further professional progression within accounting and finance.
There are 5 mandatory units all computer marked so instant results.
Financial Accounting
Weighting 25%
•Drafting financial statements (single entity) in line with International standards
• Interpreting financial statements using ratio analysis
• Analysing performance
Management Accounting
Weighting 25%
•Use of cost and management accounting techniques to aid control
•Critically evaluate organizational performance
• Short/ long-term decision-making support
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Skills to monitor and manage liquidity
Audit and Internal Controls
Weighting 15%
• Evaluate internal control systems
•Understanding risk and compliance
•Reporting audit findings
Principles of Taxation
Weighting 15%
•Calculations for UK taxpayers (Income Tax, Capital Gains)
• Identifying tax planning, tax avoidance, tax evasion and money laundering
•Corporation Tax calculations
Advanced Business Awareness
Weighting 20%
• Strategy, ethics and sustainability
• Technology and data privacy
•Using complex business concepts to support informed decisions
The cost of this course is £2573
Your finance options include:
A student loan
For further information on Student Loans please visit. www.gov.uk/contact-student-finance-england
For further information please contact the Admissions Team by emailing admissions@crawley.ac.uk or by calling 01293 442200 -; press option 2 for Admissions.