Diploma in Accounting Technician (ATI)
Programme Aim
The aim of the programme is to provide candidates with expertise, experience and knowledge in accounting, in the areas such as financial accounting and budgeting, costing and credit control, payroll and tax returns for various types of business.
Accounting Technicians will possess the knowledge, skills and competencies to either work on their own or alongside professional accountants. The programme has been designed to provide business with personnel who are skilled in accounting techniques.
For further information please go to:
http://www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie
Employability Statement
The successful completion of the Diploma for Accounting Technicians will enable applicants to source a variety of work within the accounting profession including auditing, assurance work, corporate finance, tax planning and insolvency.
Target Award
ATI Diploma for Accounting Technicians – IATIDip
Start Date: 01-09-2025 Hours/week: 21 Hrs 30 Mins Duration: 38 weeks
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.
Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
Learning 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.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Ati – Advanced Taxation | Advanced Taxation (IATI06) | ATI |
| Ati – Management Accounting | Management Accounting (IATI08) | ATI |
| Ati – Advanced Financial Accounting | Advanced Financial Accounting (IATI09) | ATI |
| Ati – Integrated Accounting Systems | Integrated Accounting Systems (IATI07) | ATI |
On completion of the Certificate for Accounting Technicians candidates will have an array of transferable business skills, as well as technical knowledge of finance and accountancy practice. They will have experience in areas such as financial accounting and budgeting, costing and credit control, payroll and tax returns and will have an understanding of how various types of business entities operate.
For further information please go to:http://www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie