Higher Apprenticeship AAT Diploma in Accounting - Level 4

Higher Apprenticeship AAT Diploma in Accounting - Level 4 Overview

During the course you will learn to:

• Draft financial statements
  
• Draft budgets
  
• Measure financial performance
  
• Evaluate accounting systems
  
• Professional ethics in accounting and finance
  
• Calculate personal tax
  
• Calculate business tax

Entry requirements

You will need to have already achieved AAT Level 3, either the NVQ 3 or the Level 3 diploma.

You should already be employed in an accountancy environment.

Start dates and fees

If you are between the age of 16 and 18 the apprenticeship is free of charge. If you are 19 and above your employer must pay a one off fee.

During your apprenticeship your employer is obliged to pay you a wage at the minimum rate for an apprentice.

On top of the course fees, you will also be required to join the AAT professional body, which may incur a charge.

For information on apprenticeship opportunities please visit our Vision Apprentices website.

How long is the course?

Depending on the individual the course normally lasts one year to eighteen months.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed by project and computer based formal tests.

Underpinning knowledge will also be delivered on day release.

What does the course lead to?

Upon successful completion of the course you'll have enhanced opportunities in the following job roles: accounts assistant, management accountant, semi-senior in accounting practice or finance assistant.

What will I study?

As part of your advanced apprenticeship you will cover the following: Level 4 Diploma in Accounting.

What can I go on to study?

The professional accountancy qualifications.

How do I apply?

You can apply through the links below or for more information you can contact Alex Norbury on 01623 627191 ext 8210 or email alex.norbury@wnc.ac.uk