what qualification to go for?

[JAMESLONDON]

Hi all, I am new on here. Just wondering if anyone could help. I am 20 years old and after messing around during my teen years have now decided to study (and study hard lol). I wanted to get into accountancy and heard about an access course available. You only have to study for 1 year, then can go to university (provided you pass). I have also heard about the AAT qualification and was wondering (since you do not need previous qualifications to do both) which would be a better route. I am not sure as to the pros and cons of both sides.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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