AAT Level 4 – Diploma in Professional Accounting

Distance Learning Online

This is what it has all been leading to, and where you specialise in your chosen field.

Learn advanced skills like:

  • Drafting financial statements
  • Managing budgets
  • Evaluating financial performance

As well as optional specialist units including Business Tax, Personal Tax, Audit and Assurance and Credit & Debt Management.

With 6 hours per week, you should be able to complete this qualification within 9 -12 months.

 

Course Fee: £900 inc VAT
(instalment options available)

Want to find out more?

Watch this video to find out more about the Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting and how McArthur Online can help you attain this qualification through easy-to-follow videos and example questions.

What do i get with this AAT course?

 Tuition recordings which cover the whole syllabus, making it easier to pass your exams first time.

 Full, step by step, work through of the official AAT practice exams, so you know exactly how the exam is structured, and what to expect.

 Tutor support until midnight, 7 days a week – no one else offers such comprehensive support.

You receive all of the materials you could possibly need – including student notes and exam kits for each subject, purpose written to guarantee exam success.

 We are so confident that we will get you through your exams first time, that you get full tutor support and online access until you qualify!

 

How will i be assessed?

There are 5 assessments in total, these are taken at an AAT approved assessment centre, we will give you full support on choosing your exam centre.

  • Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements
  • Applied Management Accounting
  • Internal Accounting Systems and Controls

Plus, you choose 2 of 5 optional papers:

  • Business Tax
  • Personal Tax
  • Cash and Financial Management
  • Audit and Assurance
  • Credit and Debt Management

You can achieve the following grades

Distinction: 90-100%
Merit: 80-89%
Pass: 70-79%

 

What is the full cost?

Our fees                                          £900

One-time payment or in interest-free instalments

Price includes UK postage

AAT assessment cost*               £500

*Assessment fees vary from centre to centre, the fee is paid direct to the exam venue that you choose.

AAT student registration            £251

Total cost                                             £1,651

WHERE CAN IT LEAD?

Once you successfully complete and fulfil the AAT work experience requirements, you apply for full AAT membership (MAAT status).

You can also fast track to qualify as a Chartered Accountant.

Can lead to employment as a management accountant, financial accountant, tax supervisor, or even start your own accounting practice.

Our Student Reviews 

Natasha Henson

“I would strongly recommend McArthur Online to anyone considering studying towards an AAT qualification. In just 14 months I have completed Level 2, 3 and 4 AAT Accounting courses passing first time and achieving a Distinction in all three levels, I could not have done this without the support of McArthur Online. Jon’s training videos are of excellent quality, the study materials are also great with a variety of study materials both online and paper, the practice questions and exam kits help to consolidate your knowledge so you are fully prepared for any AAT exam questions. Emma and Jon are very supportive and quick to respond to any questions I may have. The course fees are very reasonable and studying with McArthur Online means you can work at a pace that suits you and at a time that is convenient to you. If you are thinking of studying for AAT then look no further than McArthur Online!”

Natasha Henson

Robert Vacarusi

Before studying with McArthur Online Training I was registered with another similar and well-known provider that was not able to deliver as I expected. I was looking for a structured course with video lessons and a good explanation of concepts as well as a few exam preparation tips. McArthur Online Training was able to deliver just that and more.

They exceeded my expectations by providing exceptional service and support. As a result, I completed AAT Level 4 in less than a year which I am incredibly happy for.

Robert Vacarusi

Christopher Hunter-Legg

Having failed AAT Level 4 nearly 10 years ago at college I was very anxious about trying again, however, I had a very pleasant experience studying with McArthur Online. It was more relaxed as I could study at my own pace while working full time and can happily say I have now passed my exams and attained MAAT status.

This qualification has got me noticed at work and have offered an Apprenticeship Programme to study CIMA with the prospect of joining the Finance Business Partner Team. I never would have had an opportunity like this without McArthur Online’s support and tuition

Christopher Hunter-Legg

Johnathan Nightingale

I would wholeheartedly recommend using McArthur Online as your distance learning provider. By using their online videos and detailed revision question banks, I have achieved a distinction at both Level 2 and Level 3 and a Merit at Level 4. Plus they keep in touch to offer encouragement and advice.

I have been able to apply much more detailed knowledge in the work place which has helped me progress immensely.

Johnathan Nightingale

Kerry Smallridge

Initially enrolled for Level 2 after being made redundant in 2019. Being a single mum, online learning was the only option.

The videos are engaging and easy to understand, making the learning process enjoyable. They go over and above their responsibilities to their students and nothing is ever a bother.

My exams were delayed due to Covid and home-schooling, but I passed Level 4 in August 2022 (having previously achieved a Merit for Level 3 and a Distinction at Level 2)

I am now in a job on the right path to where I want to be but I don’t think this would have happened without the AAT qualification on my CV.

Kerry Smallridge

Will Gibbons

I started my AAT Level 4 training with McArthur Online in January 2022, I was immediately contacted by Emma and Jon to explain the process of how the website worked which made me feel comfortable straight away. The videos Jon produces are easy to follow and extremely useful. I was sent all the materials and workbooks needed which followed all the videos. The website is easy to use and when it came to revision all the materials provided were useful.

When I struggled or needed advice Jon was quick to respond and clear things up. Emma was super helpful when I would come with a barrage of questions and always came back to me quickly. Overall, I have been super happy with my experience with McArthur online and would definitely recommend them.

Will Gibbons

Rebecca Blundy

I completed both Levels 3 & 4 with Merits. The online lectures are great, the downloadable practice question workbooks are very helpful, but most of all, McArthur Online feels very human.

For Level 2, my old training provider lacked human contact, and didn’t really clear up my questions. The video lectures with McArthur Online are much easier to learn from, and Jon talks about things in much more detail but with easy to understand examples. Plus, having a tutor as a direct contact, who actually responds with detailed answers to my email queries, has been essential.

On completion of Level 4 in 2021, I got a new job as a Management Accountant for a Digital Marketing Agency – thanks to the subjects learnt at AAT.

Rebecca Blundy

Martin James Gilchrist

I could not have asked for a better training provider than McArthur Online. Jon’s clear and concise videos made learning new topics a breeze. Distance learning provided great flexibility, but at the same time, if I ever had any questions, Emma would always reply promptly and with all the information I needed.

Highly recommend.

Martin James Gilchrist

Carys McAulay

I have now completed my AAT Qualifications with McArthur Online and couldn’t be happier with my outcome. After starting out with a few Level 2 classes, I purchased the Accounting Bundle for Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4.

I would highly recommend anyone to complete their qualifications with McArthur Online as they helped me to obtain a Merit for Level 4 in a short space of time whilst I was working full time and competing internationally.

The online lectures are set up are fantastically in an easy-to-use format, and Jon even goes into further detail, which made me feel more prepared for every exam. The human contact with this course is exceptional as my questions have always been answered quickly and in depth to make sure I understand every aspect.

Carys McAulay

Charlie Bennett

I was able to complete the full AAT qualification and achieve MAAT status within 21 months. Their lectures are clear and use a step-by-step approach. This gives you a great chance to pass the exams first time.

Charlie Bennett

Charlie Borrett

I’ve studied both the Level 3 and Level 4 Diplomas in Accounting with McArthur Online over the past 24 months, whilst working full time at an accountancy practice. The videos and customised workbooks provided plenty of real-life examples for me to practice my training on.

McArthur Online’s teaching strategy meant I was able to grasp the main accounting concepts quickly and effectively – this then enabled me to move onto more advanced and complex areas within my job. It was a win-win! Having Jon and his team on hand 7 days per week to assist me was an absolute life saver on more than one occasion; I was then able to go into all my exams feeling thoroughly prepared and ready to tackle whatever the papers threw at me!

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my experience training with McArthur Online and would recommend them to anyone looking to study their AAT qualification!

Charlie Borrett

Borbala Orosz

In school, even at university, no-one, least of all I, would have thought that I would ever be interested in studying accountancy. Thanks to McArthur Online, accounting turned out to be something I actually like!

Having done Levels 2, 3 and 4 with McArthur Online, I doubt that I would have been able to complete this qualification if I had to go to a classroom at fixed times and rely on whatever notes I managed to scribble down on one hearing. The videos, the style and structure of Jon’s teaching are so amazingly clear and easy to follow, even my husband, who has never had anything to do with accountancy, commented this when he heard it.

The support was amazing! Whenever I had a question, I could email or call and Jon would come back to me to explain without delay. Even when I was doubting myself and called stressing and in tears, both Emma and Jon were amazingly supportive and helpful. I wholeheartedly recommend McArthur Online.

Borbala Orosz

Andy Thomas

Having completed Level 2, 3 and 4 with first time passes and attaining MAAT Status, I would recommend McArthur Online to anybody thinking to start their AAT studies. The lectures are clear and concise, focusing on the information you need, and not overloading you with information at any time.

I found the past exam paper debriefs particularly useful as you feel prepared for each exam and have a good idea of what to expect and the format of each exam. The distance learning provides you with great flexibility to study when best for you, combined with the quick responses from Emma and Jon if you are ever stuck really makes them a great provider!

Andy Thomas

Sian Stacey

Having completed level 2 and 3 with another provider with work I was looking for a provider to study level 4. The course fees and payment options were a great option as I was self funding and I think it’s really good that there’s no time limit on completing the course unlike other providers.

I spent a lot of time talking with Emma about the course structure and optional units before booking. Emma was lovely and would check in. Jon was happy to answer questions and came back to me quickly. I found the videos really helpful and similar to the learning style I had before. Pleased to say I passed with an overall Merit of 89% and now hold MAAT status. I’m very grateful for their support and encouragement.

Sian Stacey

Neil Harmer

Having no experience of working in accountancy I wanted a training provider who would be straightforward and knowledgeable. I found McArthur Online genuinely cared, and were flexible to my individual circumstances and needs.

I found I was able to revise for my exams solely from the recordings, alongside practicing past papers. I achieved Level 3 working to a timetable, and then pushed on to Level 4 achieving an overall Distinction, even getting 100% in my MDCL module.

Neil Harmer

Iulia Iachmeneva

I had small child and couldn’t go to college every day, so was looking for a distance learning provider. After contacting several providers, I decided to go with McArthur Online, and I’m so pleased I did. Tutor support is great if you need it. And the cost of the course is better compared with other providers.

I managed to complete Level 2 and Level 3 with distinction, and a merit at Level 4. Highly recommended!

Iulia Iachmeneva

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