Accountancy Technician - ATI

Accounting Technicians are qualified accounting professionals that work at all levels of finance. While they are not Accountants, Accounting Technicians can perform many of the same functions and are qualified to prepare full financial accounts.

Education: School leavers should have a Leaving Certificate with pass grades in: 5 Ordinary level subjects (including English and Maths/Accountancy) 2 Ordinary level and 2 Higher level subjects (including English and Maths or Accountancy Applied Leaving Certificate applicants should contact the Student Services Team on Tele. 01-6498180 for further information. Learners who are sitting the Applied Leaving Certificate should contact the (register@AccountingTechniciansIreland.ie) directly for advice on whether they are eligible or Learners under 21 who have successfully completed a nationally recognized qualification such as QQI, QQI (Level 5), QCA or a BTEC National Diploma may also be eligible to apply. Prior Learning may provide an entry route for applicants who do not meet any of the above criteria. Those who have successfully completed a nationally recognised qualification such as QQI and QQI in the Republic of Ireland or QCA and BTEC National Diploma in Northern Ireland may be eligible to register. Additionally, applicants must have achieved a pass in at least 3 subjects in First Year Accounting Technicians Ireland course, including both Financial Accounting and Taxation. The pass mark is 50% for all subjects. NFQ Level 5 in a relevant discipline when accessing a Level 6 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 6 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above. Aptitude: Good verbal and written communication skills are desirable. Accuracy in the use of numbers. Appropriate aptitude tests may be applied. Previous Experience: Previous experience in book-keeping and / or accountancy desirable. Experience in using web based learning is an advantage.