Course Overview

In this Level 3 qualification (Level 6 in Scotland), students will master more complex accounting disciplines, including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants.

Key Facts

Level

• Level 3 (Level 6 Scotland)
• A Level/AS Level (grades A–E)
• Key Stage 5 Technical Certificate
• Total qualification time (hours)– 520
• Duration– 12 months (Depends on study method and course timetable)
• Number of assessments– 5
• Total credits (Scotland only)– 53
• Guided learning hours– 390

Entry Requirements

Students can start with any qualification depending on existing skills and experience. For the best chance of success, we recommend that students begin their studies with a good standard of English and maths.

Employability

The jobs it can lead to-

• Accounts assistant
• Accounts payable clerk
• Audit trainee
• Credit controller
• Payroll administrator
• Practice bookkeeper
• Accounts payable and expenses supervisor
• Assistant accountant
• Bookkeeper
• Finance assistant
• Payroll supervisor
• Tax assistant