If your goal is to become an accountant, then applying for AAT full membership after you qualify is an important step in your career. It demonstrates your experience in key areas of finance, can increase your earning potential and is the quality mark that can be the deciding factor for organisations when recruiting accounting and finance staff. As an AAT full member, you can:
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How to become an AAT full member
There are three ways to become an AAT full member.
- 1. Study AAT Accounting Qualifications
- 2. As a member of another accounting body
- 3. With an accounting or finance degree
1. Study AAT Accounting Qualifications
You can become an AAT Accountant by studying AAT Accounting Qualifications. The training can take as little as two to three years to complete. We offer four AAT Accounting Qualifications:
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You can start with any qualification depending on your existing skills and experience. If you already have some accounting experience, take the AAT Skillcheck test to find out the best qualification to start with.
How to applyWhen you have successfully completed the Level 4 Diploma in Accounting (Professional), you'll automatically become an AAT affiliate member. Once you meet our work experience requirement, you can apply to become an AAT full member and achieve professional MAAT status. Your application will include a "Fit and proper" assessment to ensure you meet our membership requirements. |
2. Membership of another professional accounting body
You can apply for MAAT status if you are:
- part-way through studying a professional accounting qualification
- fully qualified with a professional accounting qualification
- a professional member of another accounting body.
Your application will include a "Fit and proper" assessment to ensure you meet our membership requirements.
How to applyFind out more about joining AAT from another professional body. Your application will include a "Fit and proper" assessment to ensure you meet our membership requirements. |
3. With an accounting or finance degree
You can apply for MAAT status if you have an accounting or finance degree from one of our partner universities.
How to applyFind out more about joining AAT with an accounting or finance degree.
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Next steps
- Find out more about MAAT status
- Apply online if you’re a current AAT student or request an application form
- Check the current membership fees
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.