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ntelbe28

Hello, I am planning to train to become an accountant, I just wondered how easy/difficult it was to gain a job after completing the level 4?

Clintm15

For me, it was still difficult. Entry level positions are always super competitive. But without doing the AAT I certainly wouldn't have even been considered. This wasn't too long after the recession though and all job prospects were grim at the time.

ntelbe28

Thank you for getting back to me. I know its tough out there, I'm trying to figure out if the cost and time of study will be worth it.

Clintm15

I wondered the exact same thing too.

If you want my honest opinion I'll give it straight. I found AAT to be worth it for 2 reasons only.

1. I intended to go on to ACCA and with no prior accountancy knowledge I found it a smoother transition as AAT starts at GCSE level and steps up in a digestible manner. You also get some free exemptions from ACCA exams which is nice.

2. I didn't use a college or training provider. Spending just on books and exams saved me a lot of money. Without that saving I wouldn't have found it to be worth it.


Of course, this is just one man's experience but I feel compelled to share it as it is what I wanted but never got.

ntelbe28

That is brilliant advice, i'd have never of thought of that option, thank you!