Apprenticeships

Accounting – AAT Level 4 Apprenticeship – Professional Accounting Technician

Level 4

Course code: H37P161
Type: Apprenticeship
Duration: 18–24 months
Subject area: Accountancy,Apprenticeships
Location: Hereford
No fee information available

About the course

Professional accounting/tax technicians have responsibility for creating, verifying and reviewing accurate and timely financial information within the organisation in which they are employed or on behalf of another organisation. This will be performed to meet relevant ethical, professional and legal standards, and will draw on the individual’s knowledge of the business systems and processes, as well as standard accounting and tax practices.

What qualification will I gain?

  • A certificate of completion from the Institute for Apprenticeships.

  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting.

Why choose us

HLNSC have industry-qualified tutors with substantial experience in this subject area.

What you could do next

Apprentices can become a ACCA, Chartered Accountant and take up senior accounting positions within a company

Key facts

AAT is the UK’s leading professional body offering skills-based accountancy and finance qualifications. Their qualifications are practical, internationally recognised and can open doors in any industry across the world.

AAT is open to everyone – you don’t need previous qualifications or experience, and you can work at a pace that fits in with your lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for your first job in accountancy, want to change careers, or simply want to enhance your existing accounting skills, AAT will give you the training you need.

AAT offers a range of benefits for students, including study support, topical news and updates, and exclusive discounts. AAT also offers an excellent route into chartered accountancy. If you choose to further your studies with one of the leading chartered professional bodies, such as ACCA, CIPFA or CIMA, your AAT qualification will give you generous exemptions. Your AAT qualification could also give you the opportunity to run your own accounting or bookkeeping practice.

Assessment methods

Assessment is by modular exams.

Entry requirements

  • Suitable employment on or prior to starting the apprenticeship training programme.

  • An appropriate level of maths and English (assessed prior to apprenticeship start)