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If your goal is to become a bookkeeper, then applying for AAT bookkeeping membership after you qualify is an important step in your career. Becoming an AAT bookkeeping member (AATQB) marks your first step into the world of finance and will help you stand out to clients or employers. As an AAT bookkeeping member, you can:
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How to become an AAT bookkeeping member
There are three ways to become an AAT bookkeeping member.
- 1. Study AAT bookkeeping qualifications
- 2. Study AAT Accounting Qualifications
- 3. As a member of another recognised body
1. Study AAT bookkeeping qualifications
You can become an AATQB by studying our bookkeeping qualifications. We offer five qualifications - these are split between manual bookkeeping and computerised accounting software.
If you are starting with an introductory qualification, it could take as little as 10 to 12 months to complete all three levels. However, most students start their studies with a Foundation qualification, so could take even less time.
If you already have some bookkeeping experience, depending on your knowledge and skills you might be able to start your studies with the Advanced qualification.
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How to applyWhen you successfully complete the Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping and Ethics (Level 3) you can apply for AAT bookkeeping membership and achieve professional AATQB status. This includes a "Fit and proper" assessment to ensure you meet our membership requirements. If you started the AAT Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping and Ethics before September 2016, you will need to sit the additional Indirect Tax unit to be eligible. Please contact us for further details on +44(0)20 3735 2468 or customersupport@aat.org.uk |
2. Study AAT Accounting Qualifications
You can achieve AATQB status by studying AAT Accounting Qualifications. The training can take as little as 1–2 years to complete. We offer four AAT Accounting Qualifications:
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How to applyStudents who have successfully completed the following Accounting Qualifications will be eligible to apply for AAT associate bookkeeping membership and achieve professional AATQB status:
This includes a "Fit and proper" assessment to ensure you meet our membership requirements. Once you are an AATQB you can continue your accounting studies or complete your work experience to achieve full AAT membership (MAAT).
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3. As a member of another recognised body
You can become an AATQB if you hold a recognised bookkeeping qualification or professional ICB or IAB membership. Other qualifications will be assessed on a discretionary basis. Your application will include a "Fit and proper" assessment to ensure you meet our membership requirements.
Find out more about joining from another body
Next steps
- Find out more about AATQB status
- Check the current membership fees
- Apply online or request a call back
Contact us
If you'd like advice on studying an AAT qualification or on AAT professional membership, 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 email us at customersupport@aat.org.uk or request a call back.