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Finance - Accounting Technician Apprenticeship

Mayo College of FE & Training - Swinford

Course code
6M20930
Level
Level 6
Award
Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
Classification
Major
Awarding body
QQI
Duration
A two-year, work-based learning programme Apprentices work with their local employer four days a week and attend classes on a Tuesday during academic college term time. Outside of college term, an apprentice will attend work five days a week.

Programme summary

The Accounting Technician Apprenticeship is a two-year, work-based learning programme which leads to a Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Accounting.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements * A minimum of 300 CAO points (or equivalent) with a pass grade in English, and Maths or Accounting. If you sat the Leaving Certificate more than 5 years ago, you should have a minimum of 300 CAO points (or equivalent) with a D3 in Ordinary Level and Maths or Accounting. If you do not have a pass in Leaving Certificate English or equivalent, then you must be able to supply evidence of competency in written and spoken English. PLC students or other previous qualification holders are eligible to apply if the qualification is in a different discipline and is an NFQ Level 5 or above. Applicants should have a flair for accounting and be able to commit to completing the programme syllabus while working in full-time employment over the two years. * If you are over 21 and lack the minimum educational requirements, you can register as a mature learner based on age and experience. Prior learning may also provide an entry route for those who do not meet these criteria.

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