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Fees: cost of AAT qualifications

Note: there were no changes to student fees in September 2020. Changes to fees will come into effect from January 2021.

See all 2021 training provider, student and qualification fees (PDF)

Read about funding options for your AAT studies.

 

AAT Accounting Qualifications 

Purchasing student membership gives you access to all three of these qualifications.

Foundation Certificate in Accounting (Level 2)
Training provider fees £600–£2000 Paid to training provider.
Assessment fees  £70–80 per assessment Paid to training provider or AAT Approved assessment venue.
AAT fees

Until 31 December 2020:

  • £147 for UK students 
  • £137 for international students

From 1 January 2021:

  • £150 for UK students
  • £140 for international students

Paid to AAT. The fees cover:

  • AAT admission fee
  • AAT annual membership fee

Read more about AAT student fees.

Advanced Diploma in Accounting (Level 3)
Training provider fees £900–£2000 Paid to training provider.
Assessment fees  £70–80 per assessment Paid to training provider or AAT Approved assessment venue.
AAT fees

Until 31 December 2020:

  • £147 for UK students 
  • £137 for international students

From 1 January 2021:

  • £150 for UK students
  • £140 for international students

Professional Diploma in Accounting (Level 4)
Training provider fees

£1000–£3000

 Paid to training provider.
Assessment fees  £70–80 per assessment Paid to training provider or AAT Approved assessment venue.
AAT fees
 

Until 31 December 2020:

  • £147 for UK students 
  • £137 for international students

From 1 January 2021:

  • £150 for UK students
  • £140 for international students

Paid to AAT. The fees cover:

  • AAT admission fee
  • AAT annual membership fee

Read more about AAT student fees.

Foundation Diploma in Accounting and Business (Level 2) (16–19-year-olds only)

This qualification is purchased separately and is not included with student membership.

Training provider fees £600–£2000 Paid to training provider.
Assessment fees  £70–80 per assessment Paid to training provider or AAT Approved assessment venue.
AAT fees

 
  • Until 31 December 2020: £147
  • From 1 January 2021: £149

Paid to AAT. This payment will give you access to the qualification and the ability to sit the assessments for a maximum of 12 months, or until you complete the qualification, whichever comes first. You’ll also have access to study support resources for the duration of your relationship with AAT.

Read more about AAT student fees.

AAT Bookkeeping Qualifications 

Access Award in Bookkeeping (Level 1)
Training provider fees £150–£800  Paid to training provider
Assessment fees  £70–£80 Paid to training provider or AAT Approved assessment venue

AAT subscription fee
  • Until 31 December 2020: £40
  • From 1 January 2021: £41

Paid to AAT.

This payment will give you access to the qualification and the ability to sit the assessments for a maximum of 12 months or until you complete the qualification, whichever comes first. You'll also have access to study support resources for the duration of your relationship with AAT.

Access Award in Accounting Software (Level 1)
Training provider fees £150–£800  Paid to training provider
Assessment fees  £70–£80 Paid to training provider or AAT Approved assessment venue
AAT subscription fee 
 
  • Until 31 December 2020: £40
  • From 1 January 2021: £41

Paid to AAT.

This payment will give you access to the qualification and the ability to sit the assessments for a maximum of 12 months or until you complete the qualification, whichever comes first. You'll also have access to study support resources for the duration of your relationship with AAT.

Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping (Level 2)
Training provider fees £150–£800  Paid to training provider
Assessment fees  £70–£80 Paid to training provider or AAT Approved assessment venue
AAT subscription fee 
 
  • Until 31 December 2020: £48
  • From 1 January 2021: £49

Paid to AAT.

This payment will give you access to the qualification and the ability to sit the assessments for a maximum of 12 months or until you complete the qualification, whichever comes first. You'll also have access to study support resources for the duration of your relationship with AAT.

Foundation Award in Accounting Software (Level 2)
Training provider fees £150–£800 Paid to training provider
Assessment fees  £70–£80 Paid to training provider or AAT Approved assessment venue
AAT subscription fee 
 
  • Until 31 December 2020: £48
  • From 1 January 2021: £49

Paid to AAT.

This payment will give you access to the qualification and the ability to sit the assessments for a maximum of 12 months or until you complete the qualification, whichever comes first. You'll also have access to study support resources for the duration of your relationship with AAT.

Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping (Level 3)
Training provider fees £150–£800  Paid to training provider
Assessment fees  £70–£80 Paid to training provider or AAT Approved assessment venue
AAT subscription fee 
 
  • Until 31 December 2020: £48
  • From 1 January 2021: £49

Paid to AAT.

This payment will give you access to the qualification and the ability to sit the assessments for a maximum of 12 months or until you complete the qualification, whichever comes first. You'll also have access to study support resources for the duration of your relationship with AAT.

AAT Business skills qualification 

Small business finance

Access Award in Business Skills (Level 1)
Training provider fees £200–£300 Paid to training provider
Assessment fees  £70–£80 Paid to training provider or AAT Approved assessment venue
AAT subscription fee 
 
  • Until 31 December 2020: £40
  • From 1 January 2021: £41

Paid to AAT.

This payment will give you access to the qualification and the ability to sit the assessments for a maximum of 12 months or until you complete the qualification, whichever comes first. You’ll also have access to study support resources for the duration of your relationship with AAT.

 

Training provider costs explained

Training providers set their own fees to cover study materials and tuition support. Training provider fees will vary widely, depending on the delivery of the course (classroom or distance learning) and the level of support given to students.

Use our training provider search to find the right training provider for you. Contact them about their fees for studying an AAT qualification and what the fees cover.

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What's included? 

Study support can include tutor guidance and feedback, course materials and online resources:

  • Tutor support
    Students will have an expert tutor to offer academic guidance and advice, provide feedback on their coursework, and lead group tutorials. Even if you are studying via distance learning there should be a degree of learning support provided by a tutor and/or course advisor. It’s likely there will be some form of marking and feedback given during your studies as you progress.
     
  • Course materials 
    Training providers should provide a range of study materials to help you achieve study success. These will vary according to each provider, but distance learning packages usually include textbooks and other hard-copy materials such as a study aid.
     
  • Online resources
    These will depend on the training provider, but typically the package will include online interactive resources - these are likely to include interactive tasks and exercises.

Contact us

If you would like advice on studying an AAT qualification speak to one of our helpful advisors on +44 (0)20 3735 2434. Our lines are open Monday to Friday 09.00–17.00 UK time. You can also request a call back.

You can email us at customersupport@aat.org.uk