Computerised Accounting - Level 3 Diploma

Take your Accounting/Finance and digital finance skills to the next level with the Level 3 Diploma in Computerised Finance (VTCT). You will already have a solid foundation in computerised accounting and want to advance your skills, knowledge and understanding of computerised finance. These include the theory and use of computerised accounting and payroll software, VAT, standard and advanced budgeting, accounting concepts, professional values, basic business legislation, and the responsibilities of a finance professional. It’s ideal if you’re looking to further develop your career prospects and gain a combined accounting and payroll qualification.

You will study 10 comprehensive, mandatory units that provide you with an advanced understanding and extensive skills in bookkeeping and accounting.

• Fundamentals of employment legislation for payroll
• Computerised payroll theory
• Computerised payroll skills
• Accounting for not-for-profit organisations: responsibilities of a finance professional
• Principles of accounting concepts
• Using computerised accounting software
• Principles of VAT
• Professional values and basic business legislation
• Setting up accounting software to manage accounting information
• Process routine payments and receipts using a computerised system

To enrol on this programme, you’ll need:

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, or equivalent
• A Level 2 qualification in Computerised Accounting (or equivalent experience)
• AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting or currently studying AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
• Have the potential or opportunity to gain evidence for the qualification in the workplace

You must complete 10 mandatory units. To be awarded this qualification, learners must successfully achieve the following assessments:
• Portfolio of evidence
• Skills-based assessment (if applicable)

Adults - Level 3

This course may be free if you meet certain conditions:

• If you are not working or have a low income. You need to show proof of your income or benefits.
• If you are aged 19-23 and you do not have a full Level 3 qualification (a full L3 is the equivalent of two A-levels at A* - E grade). You need to show us proof of any qualifications you already have.
• Residency rules apply. You need to show you have permission to live, work and study in the UK without conditions if you live in London, or 3 years if you live outside London.
• There are some exceptions, such as certain visa types.

Check here which documents you need to show us, and which visa types are allowed.

If you do not meet the residency rules, you can still enrol on the course but you may have to pay some fees. All applicants are fee-assessed during enrolment.

If you are not eligible for a free or reduced-cost course, you need to pay the full fee yourself, or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.

If you have to pay for your course, and decide to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan (ALL), the residency rules are different: https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan.

Some courses have additional costs, such as for specialist materials and trips.

Many of our students are eligible for financial support. See here for details.

VCTC registration fee plus Sage portal/software/automarker/learning materials and assessments fees.

 On completion of the Level 3 Diploma in Computerised Finance for Business (RQF), learners may progress into employment or other relevant L3 qualifications.