AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting (Blended Learning)
About this course
This AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) professional level course is a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ). If you successfully complete this qualification and fulfil the AAT’s work experience requirements, you can apply for AAT full membership and use the letters MAAT after your name.
This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom, referred to as Online and On Campus.
Please note: The course starts on 8th September 2026. Additional start dates may be available. Classroom attendance is weekly.
What you will study
In this qualification you will cover higher accounting tasks including drafting financial statements, managing budgets, personal and business tax calculations, audit, and business skills.
On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the AAT Level 4 Diploma for Professional Accounting Technicians. This internationally recognised AAT qualification enables those working in accounting or those looking to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical experience and the all-important certification often sought by employers.
Units of study
The Level 4 course covers a range of key areas, including:
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Financial accounting
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Management accounting
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Audit and internal controls
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Principles of taxation
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Advanced business awareness
Study method – Online and On Campus
We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this course through our flexible Online and In Class model.
Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer – meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Lessons are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help to enhance the learning experience further.
Learners should expect to spend around 7-9 hours studying independently online each week.
In Class, you benefit from regular classes with a college tutor – without having to commit to multiple evenings each week. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your online lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Time out of the workplace is reduced thanks to the online learning materials.
How will I be assessed?
This course is assessed through computer-based exams for each unit
Course fees
Administration Fee: £45.00
Awarding Organisation Fee: £373.00
Course Fee: £1,700.00
Discounted Course Fee (with Bursary): £1,700.00
Important points
- The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
- Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
- Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
- Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
- Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
- All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
- Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
- Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
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Time of day
Part Time
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