The entry criteria is to hold GCSEs in maths and English to level 4 or above. This is for accountants who have a Level 3 Assistant Accountant apprenticeship, AAT level 3 Diploma or equivalent. and whose job role meets the course specification. See full specification here: – Professional accounting technician / Skills England
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
Gain industry-recognised skills through practical training, professional mentoring and real-world tasks that prepare you for progression and employment. This course develops confidence in core accounting principles, systems and behaviours needed to work effectively across finance roles in diverse organisations.
Further information
Ideal for motivated learners pursuing a career in finance, whether starting out or progressing to higher-level study. You’ll suit this course if you enjoy problem-solving, organisation and working with numbers, and want a structured route into accountancy roles with strong industry relevance.
- Core accounting and finance principles
- Data entry, controls and financial accuracy
- Portfolio, exams and workplace expectations
- Professional conduct, ethics and compliance
Once qualified, and having met AAT’s criteria, students can apply for full AAT membership, which will allow them to use the designatory letters MAAT after their name. However, the primary and most important outcome of this apprenticeship is that it can lead to a wide variety of well-paid accountancy and finance jobs, some of which include: Professional Accounting Technician, Assistant Auditor, Assistant Management Accountant, Commercial Analyst, Payroll Manager, Senior Bookkeeper, Senior Financial Officer.
Kaplan textbooks for each unit and AAT membership fees.