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AAT Accounting Pathway Program

Advance Your Accounting Career & Earn More

This accounting course online Ireland-wide will get your career moving. Find out what it takes to become an accountant by learning accounting online and become an Accounting Technician with The Career Academy’s unique accounting pathways.

Accounting Technicians work in all areas of finance and business, including assisting with preparing accounts, bookkeeping, managing staff payroll, and receiving and paying invoices.

Study AAT Accounting to learn basic, advanced, management and tax accounting skills and accounting software. You will gain task management skills, explore financial statements and become better prepared to enter the profession.

Enrol in our AAT accounting courses online today to work towards advancing your career.

Enrol from only €29 per week | 14-Day Money Back Guarantee

Duration

18 Months Access | ~400 hours

Learning Mode

100% online, study whenever suits you

Unlimited Support

Receive 24/7 support via email and phone

Qualification

Industry-Accredited Pathway

GAIN AN INDUSTRY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION & EARN MORE

What You'll Learn In This Course

Potential Job Outcomes

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  1. General Journal
  2. General Ledger and the Trial Balance
  3. Depreciation
  4. Accruals and Prepayments
  5. Financial Statements
  6. Fundamentals of VAT
  7. Fundamentals of Income Tax
  8. Accounting with Xero
  9. Accounting with Sage and Quickbooks
  10. Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management
  11. Financial Statement Analysis
  12. Using Microsoft Excel
  1. Accounting & Business Prior Knowledge Quiz
  2. Using Microsoft Excel
  3. Accounting and Business
  4. Determining Profit
  5. Issues in Income Determination & Asset Valuation
  6. Accounting Principles Assessment
  7. Tracking Cash & Controlling Assets
  8. Internal Decision Making
  9. Analysing Financial Reports
  10. Advanced Accounting Principles Assessment
  11. Cost Classification
  12. Costing Methods
  13. Product & Process Costing
  14. Standard Costs & Variance Analysis
  15. Management Accounting Assessment
  16. Activity Based Costing
  17. Budgeting & CVP Analysis
  18. Performance Management & Measurement
  19. Inventory Management & Planning
  20. Management Accounting: Budgeting
  21. Management Accounting: Decision and Control
  22. Advanced Management Accounting Assessment
  23. Fundamentals of Income Tax
  24. Fundamentals of VAT
  25. Depreciation
  26. Preparing Sole Trader Accounts
  27. Preparing Partnership Accounts
  28. Preparing Accounts for Not-for-Profit Club or Society
  29. Verification, Completeness & Justification
  30. Internal Accounting Systems & Controls
  31. Audit and Assurance
  32. Drafting & Interpreting Financial Statements

Want to see more job outcomes and how your future could change?

GET THE ROLES YOU WANT
WHEN YOU WANT THEM

This course gives you the practical skills, qualifications, and confidence to really stand out in the job market.

Industry-Accredited Recognised

Industry-Accredited & Recognised

With courses accredited by leading organisations like the International Council for Online Education Standards (ICOES), CPD Standards Office, AAT and others, you don’t just gain knowledge; you position yourself as an outstanding candidate with a qualification you can trust.

247 Tutor Support Career Coaching

24/7 Tutor Support & Career Coaching

We’re here to help every step of the way, offering round-the-clock support. Our career coaches will guide you with CV advice and interview preparation to achieve your goals.

Practical Knowledge

Practical Knowledge

Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard accounting software like Sage, Xero, and Reckon, preparing you for real-world accounting tasks.

Advance Your Earnings

Advance Your Earnings

An AAT qualification can significantly increase your earning potential. In Ireland, accounting technicians earn between €30,000 and €45,000 annually, with the potential to earn more as you advance.

Expand your Network

Expand your Network

Gain access to AAT’s Knowledge Hub and networking events, keeping you connected with the latest in the accounting industry.

Path to Certified Technician

Path to Certified Technician

Use this course as a stepping stone to becoming a Certified Accounting Technician (CAT). Benefit from exemptions towards ACCA certification, opening doors to advanced career opportunities.

FLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS

Whether you prefer to pay upfront, weekly, fortnightly, or even monthly, we’ve got you covered. With our flexible payment options, you’ll have the freedom to choose the payment frequency that works best for you. No matter your budget or schedule, we’re here to make education affordable and accessible for you.

SAVE €649

Pay Upfront

 

€1,899

 

 

One-off up-front payment

14-day money back guarantee

 

MOST AFFORDABLE

Payment Plan

 

€29

PER WEEK

Budget friendly option with flexibility in payments

Pay weekly, fortnightly, or monthly

No deposit, no credit check

Total Cost: 1,899.00

Get FREE membership to the Association of
Accounting Technicians

Earn an Industry-Accredited Certificate

Upon successfully completing your course, you’ll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy. This certificate not only recognises your hard work but also serves as an industry-accredited qualification that will help you stand out in the job market. Whether you’re aiming for a new job or looking to get promoted, this certificate will open doors to better career opportunities.

Get Unlimited Support from Industry Experts

Our tutors are here to help you every step of the way. They’re not just knowledgeable, they’re passionate about your success. Whether it’s a quick question or detailed guidance, you’ll have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email. We’re committed to ensuring you feel confident and supported throughout your learning journey.

What Could Your Future Look Like?

Our Accounting courses prepare you for exciting roles in finance and business. Whether you want to work with a small business or a global corporation, we’ll equip you for roles such as:

Career Benefits

  • FREE membership to AAT on completion
  • Take your first step into the world of finance as a professional
  • This course is accredited by the International Association of Accounting Professionals
  • Become an accounting technician with unique accounting pathways
  • Study AAT Accounting to learn basic, advanced, management and tax accounting skills and accounting software
  • Gain task management skills, explore financial statements and become better prepared to enter the profession
  • Build your technical knowledge with a wide range of professional development resources and career support tools
  • Attain Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) status & become a full member of AAT on completion.

Land Your Dream Job Or Promotion

The Career Academy is committed to helping you upskill so you can get a new job or gain a promotion. Upon enrolment, you’ll receive instant access to our Career Centre and benefit from:

  • Latest job opportunities and other industry connections to gain the confidence and the networks you need to succeed
  • Access to CV Templates; freshen your current CV with one of our professional templates
  • A free personalised CV review – we’ll review and provide feedback on your CV to ensure it stands out from the crowd
  • Useful job tips and resources – we’ll outline a clear five step job success process for you to follow
  • Help getting ready for interviews – will give you tips & tricks on how to succeed

 

We also offer extra job and career support for those that want to upgrade to the Career Success Bundle. When you upgrade to this, you’ll receive these fantastic benefits:

  • Kickstart Your Career: Unlock your potential with expert advice and expert coaching designed to help you land your dream job
  • Personalised Career Plan: A tailored plan that guides you on your path to success
  • LinkedIn Upgrade: Get a professional profile review and enhance your online presence
  • Proven Strategies: Learn proven strategies for career and job success

Student Success Stories

Read through our student’s incredible journies with us at The Career Academy.

Free Student Resources

Once you enrol you will receive a Student ID card, allowing you to instantly prove your official status and access over 150,000 students discounts both in The Career Academy and around the world.

Key Benefits:

  • Receive a Virtual Student ID Card for you to use anywhere, anytime
  • Get discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more!
  • Enables you to prove your official student status

Enrol Today and Unlock These Exclusive Benefits:

HEAR FROM OUR SUCCESSFUL GRADUATES

83% of our graduates say their qualification improved their ability to get a new job or promotion.

MAKE YOUR BEST CAREER MOVE YET

FROM JUST €29 PER WEEK

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WHY THE CAREER ACADEMY?

At The Career Academy, we're more than an online course provider. With over 15 years of experience, we help more than 25,000 students find their path to success every year.

Here's why our students choose us:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Unique to The Career Academy, the Accounting Pathway Program will advance your accounting career and enable you to gain Accounting Technician status. Comprised of three components, this course is designed to qualify you for the accounting industry.

 

Take the first step with our Certificate in Accounting, which will teach you essential accounting skills. Next, complete the Diploma in Accounting 

You’ll complete the AAT Certified Accounting Technician component after completing the Certificate in Accounting and Diploma in Accounting.

There are no entry requirements or prerequisites to enrol on this course. You can enrol online directly by clicking on “Enrol Now” and following the prompts.  

 

Alternatively, you can enrol over the phone with our friendly student advisors – call 01 437 8559 or email [email protected]

Yes, you can apply for RPL for this if you already have other accounting qualifications or experience.

This course takes approximately 400 hours, and you’ll have up to 18 months to complete. Although you can study in your own time, at your own pace, you should allow 6 months for the certificate component and 12 months for the diploma. Most of The Career Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week, but if life gets busy, you can simply apply for a course extension if you need more time.

Upon completing this course, you could obtain work as an Accounting Technician. Accounting Technicians work across a wide range of finance and business, including assisting with preparing accounts, managing staff payroll, receiving and paying invoices and general bookkeeping. 

 

Contact a friendly student advisor on 01 437 8559 to learn about potential career outcomes and where our courses could take you. You’ll also receive a FREE CV review.

Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.

Watch this video to see how online learning works:    

 

Absolutely! You’ve got a 14-day cooling-off period (trial period) at the start of your course. Take that time to review all your learning material and get a feel for online learning. If you decide the course isn’t for you within the trial period, you’ll get a full money-back guarantee*.

An AAT Qualification is an internationally recognised certification. Being AAT Qualified gives employers the confidence that you meet internationally recognised standards.

Absolutely! Students who have complete this Program, including the CAT certification component with IPA, will also be eligible for 3 exemptions from the ACCA Qualification:

  • Business & Technology (BT)
  • Management Accounting (MA)
  • Financial Accounting (FA)

READY TO GET QUALIFIED AND EARN MORE?

Enrol today and start building your career in accounting, finance or business. With flexible payment plans and 24/7 tutor support, we make it easy to fit learning into your life.