A Foundation Apprenticeship in Accountancy is a great way to get hands–on experience in this fast paced, constantly changing industry. You will have the unique chance to develop skills and knowledge across a range of accountancy topics in a classroom, alongside a valuable work placement with an employer. This one or two year programme incorporates classroom based study with work–based learning to prepare you for entry to the workplace or full–time Further or Higher Education.
This course will provide you with certificated evidence of your knowledge and the skills you have developed to prepare you for future work in a business setting. You will be well–equipped for progression to a Modern Apprenticeship or starting an HND course in Accounting at College, or progressing to university level studies.
Find out more about this course from Skills Development Scotland
You will study a National Progression Award (NPA) in Accountancy at SCQF Level 6 and 3 units of the SVQ AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting at SCQF Level 6. Units of study will include:
Successful completion of these units will enable you to be awarded the AAT Level 3/SCQF Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping.
Pupils completing this Foundation Apprenticeship on a Short Duration Delivery Model (1 year programme) will be expected to undertake both coursework and work-based learning elements within the same year, generally spending the equivalent of a day a week in a College staff delivered class and a day a week on placement. We recommend that applicants for the one-year delivery model only study 3 additional school-based courses alongside the Foundation Apprenticeship.
Everything you need to know about applying for this course.
This programme suitable for students who are capable of working at SCQF Level 6 (equivalent to Highers), with a strong interest in Accountancy. You should also have a good level of written & spoken English, and strong numeracy skills.
This course involves a work based learning experience and will require the equivalent of 6 hours per week allocated to this in the second year of study, or during the first year if studying the full Foundation Apprenticeship over one year.
A selection process will be applied to all applicants.
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.
On successful completion of this course, you can apply to progress to the following courses at North East Scotland College:
This course will prepare you to access a range of university degrees programmes. Foundation Apprenticeships are accepted by all Scottish Universities as equivalent to at least one Higher. For further information you should consult the entry criteria for individual courses at the institution of your choice.
Those who wish to progress directly to employment will find a range of entry–level Accountancy jobs available. Upon completion of a Foundation Apprenticeship, you may gain advanced entry onto an associated Modern Apprenticeship.
“I’ve had such a positive experience with the College and can’t recommend the workplace learning route highly enough. I think it’s important to recognise that there are various routes to achieving qualifications and this was the right path for me.”
“NESCol is such a supportive place to study, and the staff go above and beyond to help you achieve your goals.”
“My daughter is so proud of me. I’m doing it for her – to show her if you want it, you can do it now for tomorrow.”
“If you’re not too sure about what you want to do, then I would definitely recommend a Foundation Apprenticeship because it gives you an insight into working while you’re still studying.”
“I feel confident moving forward as the experience of a Modern Apprenticeship and the skills I have managed to develop stand as a strong base structure for the rest of my career.”
“For anyone considering studying Accounting at NESCol, I would say it will definitely set you up and give you the right foundation for progressing on to a career in accountancy. I feel the skills I learned at college have been very beneficial in the work I am doing today. I use my knowledge gained at college of accounting principles and taxation every day.”
“This course will benefit you in more ways than one and the lecturers are some of the best people you’ll get to meet.”
“This vocational route has allowed me to get a good balance between work and my social life, and have healthy finances!”
“College really helped me bridge the gap between being in relatively small classes at school and being in huge lectures at university.”
“The lecturers on the course were just brilliant and had so much valuable knowledge and experience to pass on.”
This course is only available to pupils in S4 to S6 across Aberdeen City and Shire, giving pupils the opportunity to experience life as a College student whilst staying on at school.
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