Certificate: Accounting

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course information
Course: Certificate

Mode: Distance

Study Period: Up to 18 months 

Course Code: ATSA300

course price

Price before bursary:

R52,000

Price after bursary

R31,200

Monthly

Payment Plan

 

R1,300 

per month

[over 24 months]

Registration fee:

R1 500

Once off payment

R28,550

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.

The Certificate in Accounting is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to excel as Accounting Technicians. This qualification emphasises advanced accounting functions. Graduates will be proficient in drafting financial statements, managing budgets, and assessing financial performance.

  • Module 1: Financial Statements
  • Module 2: Budgeting
  • Module 3: Financial Performance
  • Module 4: Internal Control and Accounting Systems
  • Module 5: Personal Tax
  • Module 6: Business Tax

Study period: up to 18 months   

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 (SAQA 80189, NQF level 5, 120 credits) awarded 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.

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