Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Technician Level Full Time - One Year

Business Management and Financial Services - Finance and Accounts
Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
Technician Level
FULL TIME - ONE YEAR(2010/2011)
Study Method:
The AAT qualification is combined with a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) award at Levels 2, 3 and 4 thus furthering its overall value. The valuable role played by the Association and its Members is evidenced by the support and recognition given by over 40,000 employers in the UK and abroad. The AAT qualification not only provides status and recognition for the technician role, but also gives accounting technicians a route to qualification with Chartered Professional Accountancy bodies.
Duration :Full time: 1 year 3 days a week: Tuesday - Thursday

Who the Course is For:
The AAT qualification is a highly regarded professional qualification that will enhance a persons career prospects.
Assessment:
All stages are assessed by a combination of internal Skills Test and external (central) tests which the successful candidate must pass.
Technician (NVQ Level 4)
4 central assessments - 1 Skills Test & Project
Course Leads To:
After completion of the Foundation, Intermediate and Technician levels, you will be a part qualified accountant. These qualifications can be used to obtain exemptions from CIMA, ACCA and CIPFA examinations.
Entry Requirements:
Students must have achieved all AAT Foundation and Intermediate Units. Students who have achieved the HNC/NHD finance pathway will also be accepted.
Content:
The Technician Stage - Year Three:
This is the final stage of the AAT qualification and is primarily for those who have successfully completed the Intermediate stage. On this course students will cover more advanced topics needed to achieve professional status.
8 Contributing to the management of performance & the enhancement of value
9 Contributing to the planning & control of resources
10 Project: Managing systems & people
11 Drafting financial statements (accounting practice, industry and commerce)
15 Operating a cash management & credit control system
18 Business Taxation