Gain career-ready accounting skills and get AAT-qualified 100% online.

Yes! As long as you have access to a laptop, phone or tablet and have a reliable internet connection, you can study an HR course with ICS Learn from 100+ countries in the world, with the exception of:

• Belarus
• Crimean Region of Ukraine
• Cuba
• Iran
• Moldova
• North Korea
• Russia
• Syria
• Ukraine
• Venezuela 

As an ICS Learn student, you'll always have the support you need to succeed. From the moment you enrol, you'll gain access to:

• Our all-in-one virtual learning platform, mystudyspace
• Access to all of your interactive online course materials
• Online Induction Session and AI-led videos
• Live & recorded online revision lessons throughout your AAT studies
• FREE online study planners 
• Personalised expert tutor support
• Access to our Resource Library, full of tools, tips and guidance
• Our friendly Student Services team to help you with non-academic questions

You'll also have lifetime access to our Career Hub, which offers you thousands of resources to help you impress employers, master critical business skills, and build your dream career. This includes:

• A CV and cover letter builder
• An interview simulator
• An elevator pitch builder
• Career and work psychology assessments
• In-depth industry and employer profiles
• 350+ employer films with practical advice from hiring managers
• 1000+ short courses, articles and videos on key career skills like negotiating a raise and leading a team

You can take a sneak peek at the Career Hub and sign up for free today.

While AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) provides a solid foundation and practical skills in accounting, it does not make you a fully qualified accountant in the traditional sense. However, completing an AAT qualification is a significant step toward becoming a professional accountant.

Here’s how it works:

• AAT Level 2 and Level 3: These provide essential accounting skills and prepare you for entry-level roles such as accounts assistant or bookkeeper.
• AAT Level 4: This is the highest level within the AAT framework and gives you the qualifications needed to work in senior accounting roles, such as a senior finance officer or financial controller.

While AAT Level 4 qualifies you as a professional accounting technician, if you aim to become a Chartered Accountant (like those with ACCA or CIMA qualifications), AAT can serve as a stepping stone.

By completing AAT Level 4, you may even be able to fast-track your way to ACCA or CIMA, skipping certain modules and accelerating your path to Chartered status.

With ICS Learn, you can study AAT 100% online, with flexible learning options and dedicated tutor support, ensuring you’re fully prepared for whichever accounting career path you choose.

Ready to start your journey to becoming a qualified accountant? Contact our Course Advisors today. 

You don’t need to wait until you’ve completed your AAT qualification to start seeing career benefits!

Simply adding "Studying towards AAT" to your CV and LinkedIn profile can help you attract employers, stand out from the competition, and secure a role in financial accounting, management accounting, and more.

Entry-Level Finance Jobs with AAT Level 2

After completing the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, you'll be ready to take on entry-level finance roles such as:

• Accounts Administrator
• Accounts Assistant
• Accounts Payable Clerk
• Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk
• Trainee Accounting Technician
• Trainee Finance Assistant

Finance Jobs with AAT Level 3 

Once you've progressed to the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, you can step into roles like:

• Assistant Accountant
• Audit Trainee
• Bookkeeper
• Credit Controller
• Finance Assistant
• Payroll Administrator
• Payroll Supervisor
• Practice Bookkeeper
• Tax Assistant

Advanced Accounting Careers with AAT Level 4 

Earning the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting unlocks higher-level finance roles and career growth opportunities.

Want to work for yourself? You can start your own accounting practice or become a freelance accountant.

Want to become a Chartered Accountant? Fast-track to ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, or CIPFA and gain exemptions from certain modules, potentially reaching Chartered status faster than the university route.

Looking for a senior finance role? AAT Level 4 qualifies you for prestigious positions, including:

• Senior Finance Officer
• Senior Fund Accountant
• Commercial Analyst
• Cost Accountant
• Fixed Asset Accountant
• Indirect Tax Manager
• Payments and Billing Manager
• Payroll Manager
• Accounts Payable and Expenses Supervisor
• Assistant Financial Accountant
• Senior Bookkeeper
• Senior Insolvency Administrator
• Tax Supervisor
• VAT Accountant

With our flexible online AAT courses, you can study at your own pace and gain the career-ready skills employers are looking for.

​Salaries for accountancy roles in the UK vary based on factors such as location, specific job function, and the size of the employing organisation.

According to Hays' UK Salary Guide, remuneration can vary considerably in accountancy and finance positions. For example, a payroll administrator working in London could typically receive £28,000 a year, while this might be closer to £25,000 for an equivalent position in the West Midlands. ​

To gain more insight into salaries for specific accountancy roles, you can try Hays' Salary Checker tool and compare salaries against industry standards in each region. 

It's important to note that salaries can also be influenced by your level of education, relevant qualifications, and any prior experience in the field. Pursuing recognised accountancy qualifications, like AAT qualifications, can enhance your employability and potentially lead to higher starting salaries.

You can choose to sit your exams via remote invigilation or at an AAT exam centre near you.

The exams will have a range of question types, from multiple choice to written responses. You’ll also complete online mock tests throughout your online course with us to ensure you’re well-prepared for your exams.

We offer flexible, affordable ways to spread the cost of your course, including:

• Monthly interest-free* payment plans
• Employer or company sponsorship options 
• Upfront payment options

Our Course Advisors can talk you through the best option for your budget, but you can also verify that your course is budget-friendly by using our handy affordability calculator. 

Yes! The AAT Bursary offers financial support to those who need it in the UK and internationally. Qualifications included in the bursary offer are as follows: 

• AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
• AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
• AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting 
• AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping 
• AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping  

Check your eligibility and start your application today. 

Yes! You have a 14-day trial period at the start of your course. Take that time to look through all your learning materials, join the induction webinar, and get a feel for online learning.

If you decide the course isn’t for you within the trial period, you’ll get a full refund, no questions asked.

Nothing! Your schedule within the support period is completely flexible.

You can take a few weeks (or even months!) off for holidays, personal issues, hectic periods at work, or anything else that limits your study time.

Just make sure that you’ve still got enough time to complete your course and submit all your assignments within the support period.

If you need a hand getting back on track, your tutor can help you make a realistic study plan based on your schedule and your career goals.

Right away! Enrol online or get in touch with our AAT Advisors. 

They’ll talk through your experience, education and ambitions to make sure you’re choosing the right course.

If you have any disabilities which you think might affect your studies or assessments, please tell your Course Advisor before you enrol so we can advise you on whether reasonable adjustments can be made to accommodate your needs.