AAT Certificate in Accounting SCQF Level 6
What is special about this course?
This qualification delivers a solid foundation in finance administration and core accounting skills, including double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing and an understanding of purchase, sales and general ledgers.
Students will also learn about accountancy related business and personal skills and be introduced to the four key themes embedded in the qualification: ethics, technology, communications and sustainability.
Entry requirements
For the best chance of success, we recommend that students begin their studies with a good standard of English and Maths.
The course consists of 4 mandatory units:
- Introduction to Bookkeeping
- Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
- Principles of Costing
- The Business Environment
Equipment
Study Materials and AAT’s Lifelong Learning Portal
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
Face-to-Face and self-directed study
How long will my course last?
1 YearAcademic year August - June
How will I be assessed?
Your knowledge and skills will be tested via computer-based assessments (CBAs). These are administered by AAT Approved training providers or assessment centres. UHI Shetland is an approved assessment centre.
Where can I study my course?
- Lerwick Campus
Start date
September 2023
Fees
For the latest information on fees please see our fees policy.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Skills developed through this qualification could lead to employment as:
- Accounts Assistant
- Accounts Administrator
- Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk
- Trainee Accounting Technician
- Trainee Financial Assistant
Is there more information available online?
You can use the above QR code to connect directly to the course details.
Apply for AAT Certificate in Accounting SCQF Level 6
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