Accounting

Level 3

Duration: Up to 18 Months (including the End Point Assessment)

Start Date: Throughout the year

Apprenticeship Standard: Assistant Accountant

The Assistant Accountant is ideal for anyone wishing to pursue a career in accountancy and finance and offers technical training in accounting.

Candidates will undertake the AAT Advanced Diploma in accounting at Level 3 which provides them with the knowledge and skills required for the industry.

Entry Requirements

· 5 GCSEs including English and maths at Grade 4/C or above

Two routes to access the accounting apprenticeship:

1. Direct entry route – appropriate for candidates who have experience in working in the finance sector

2. Apprenticeship Pathway Programme - which caters for candidates who have no prior experience. This route involves candidates taking the Level 2 Booking Keeping course and a work placement in a finance industry setting. Candidates must also evidence achievement of GCSE maths and English Grade 4 or above.

What will I study?

As part of the qualification, learners will undertake the following areas:

• Advanced Bookkeeping • Final Accounts Preparation • Management Accounting Costing • Indirect Tax (VAT) • Ethics for Accountants

Career Opportunities

Candidates who successfully achieve their standards can progress into a variety of settings, such as:

· Assistant Accountant

· Trainee Accountancy Technician

· Accounts Clerk

· Finance Assistant

· Credit Controller

  • An Accounting apprenticeship is the perfect opportunity to gain experience and knowledge in the field of accounting and finances, whilst training alongside professionals. Unlike studying for a degree, you will be able to get hands-on learning in the workplace, build professional networks and gain your Level 3 qualification which can lead to becoming a chartered accountant.