Certificate:

Accounting Technician

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course information

Course: Certificate

Mode: Distance

Study Period: Up to 18 months 

Course Code: ATSA100

course price

Price before bursary:

R43,600

Price after bursary

R26,160

Monthly

Payment Plan

 

R 1,090 

per month

[over 24 months]

Registration fee:

R1 500

Once off payment

R23,950

Course Overview

AT(SA) is a competency-based accountancy qualification and membership designation offered by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), the foremost accountancy institute in South Africa. This introductory Accounting Technician qualification provides a pathway into the profession for those with no prior accounting experience.

It covers fundamental principles of accounting, costing, essential workplace skills, and computerized accounting. Graduates will be equipped to take on support roles across various sectors, such as accounts clerk, accounts assistant, tax assistant, and junior bookkeeper.

  • Module 1: Basic Accounting I
  • Module 2: Basic Accounting II
  • Module 3: Work Effectively in Accounting & Finance
  • Module 4: Basic Costing
  • Module 5: Computerised Accounting

Study period: up to 18 months   

Study PLUS Course Material

The course fees include comprehensive textbooks (electronic and print) which include exercises and review questions. Students also have access to the atMyConnect portal for revision tests.

Assessment and Award

Modules of learning within this qualification are assessed using computer-based assessments which test students’ ability to apply newly acquired skills and competencies in the work environment. Each Module will be assessed through an online exam offered at an accredited examinations centre. Examination fees included (first attempt only, thereafter re-write fees apply)

Students who have successfully completed and passed all study Modules will be awarded the Certificate: Accounting Technician (SAQA 73710, NQF level 3, 120 credits) issued by the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET). To ensure ongoing professional development, this qualification leads to Accounting Technician membership of SAICA.

Entry Requirements

  • No experience in accounting, did not have accounting at school. Start at: AT(SA) Level 3
  • Accounting Gr 12: Start at: AT(SA) Level 4
  • Work experience in accounting: Start at: AT(SA) Level 4
  • Extensive work experience in accounting and wants to complete AT (SA) Level 5 – Diagnostic assessment

Accreditation

Academy of York is accredited as an Academic Provider of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) to deliver the Accounting Technician qualifications. Academic Provider Number: ATAY0070/0223.

What our past students said

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“As for me, I was very excited to study with Academy of York. It was easy because every difficult step I was facing the fanatical student support was with me. I’m proud to be studying with Academy of York am willing to continue with another course.”

Bheki Makhubu

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“The course is suitable for students who are employed and don’t have enough time to attend classes. For me, A.O.Y went the extra mile in making sure I was enjoying my studies. Thank you!”

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