Typically, most students start their AAT studies at level 2, also known as the Certificate in Accounting.  However, if you have some experience it may be possible to start at level 3 (Diploma in Accounting).  You may have worked in industry for several years and gained a lot of prior knowledge in accounting.  Or, you may be returning to training/education after a long break from studying.  You don’t have to complete all three levels of AAT to get the qualification, you just need to have completed level 4 and this will allow you to become a full member of AAT.  As a training provider, we have a duty of care to make sure that students are starting at the right level.

To make sure that people start at the right level we have a level checker, this will give a good indication of the starting point for you.

This is free and It is a very simple process, just type in your answers to the tasks.  The tasks will assess you on your knowledge on double entry bookkeeping and other accountancy knowledge.  Don’t panic!  You are not expected to get all the tasks correct.  Again, this process is measuring what level you should start the AAT programme.  It shouldn’t take more than 30 minutes to do, but please try to complete all the tasks so we can make an informed assessment of your knowledge.

The level checker is automatically marked so you will know your score straight away. However, an AAT tutor will also send feedback and guidance on your performance to suggest the most appropriate level for starting your AAT studies.  It may be that we suggest that you start at a higher level, which will save you both time and money!

Free Level Checker:

Not sure what level to start?  Try our FREE AAT Level checker!

Want to find out more?

Speak to a member of our support team on 01425 618124 or email aat@fi.co.uk