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Accounting and Business courses

Business and Accounting Management

Discover flexible Accounting and Business courses designed for adult learners looking to upskill or change careers.

Our part-time programs combine practical knowledge with real-world applications, making it easy to balance study with work and life commitments. Whether you’re aiming to boost your financial expertise or gain a solid foundation in business principles, these courses provide the tools and confidence to succeed in today’s competitive market.

Be AAT Qualified with Middlesbrough College

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is the world’s leading professional body for accounting technicians. With Middlesbrough College, you can start your career and upskill with our AAT accounting part time courses and apprenticeships.

Courses

Our flexible courses cover everything you need to know about accounting in the workplace, from bookkeeping and softwares, to understanding tax and budgeting. Take a look at the courses below to find out more.

AAT Certificate in Accounting
  • Level 2
  • 14 months
  • £1,836*
AAT Diploma in Accounting
  • Level 3
  • 15 months
  • £2,880*
AAT Diploma in Professional Accounting
  • Level 4
  • 15 months
  • £2,808*

*Courses may be studied free or with financial support depending on your circumstances.

Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship allows you to build your skills within the workplace. Have an employer already? We offer apprenticeship standards in Level 2 to Level 4, and our Northern Skills team are more than happy to have a chat about the options available for your business. If you’re looking for a role, take a look at our current apprenticeship vacancies here.

AAT Accounts/Finance Assistant
  • Level 2
  • 14 months
AAT Assistant Accountant
  • Level 3
  • 15 months
AAT Professional Accounting
  • Level 4
  • 15 months

Business and Administration Courses

Studied part time, these flexible courses offer development in essential skills, such as administration, leaderships, communication and organisation. Whether you’re looking to progress in your current role, change career or start your own business, these courses combine real-world relevance with supportive learning.

Administration Academy (BELP)
  • Level 1
  • 3 weeks
  • Free for eligible learners
ILM Diploma for Team Leaders
  • Level 3
  • 18 months
  • £3,400
Award in Leadership and Management
  • Level 3
  • 12 weeks
  • £1,132

*Courses may be studied free or with financial support depending on your circumstances.

Access to Higher Education Diplomas

Our Access to Higher Education (HE) Diplomas offer the fresh start you need. Designed for busy adults, our flexible, one-year courses equip you with the skills, qualifications and confidence to progress to university and beyond.

Access to HE Diploma (Business)
  • Level 3
  • 1 year
  • £3,022*

*Access to HE diplomas may be studied free. Click here to find out more.

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Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are a great way to get the career you want, and allow you to earn while you learn and gain hands-on experience in a real working environment. Northern Skills is the apprenticeship and training arm of Middlesbrough College and we deliver over 100 different apprenticeships across the North East and Yorkshire.

As an apprentice you will learn on the job, building up knowledge and skills whilst gaining a qualification and earning a wage. You will gain invaluable insight into the world of work and pick up key skills that future employers want.

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