Accounting
Modern Apprenticeship
What's Accounting like?
Study for an accounting apprenticeship and learn unique skills, such as managing a company’s money and securing business deals. Everything you learn will help you thrive in the workplace.
Scotland’s financial sector is going from strength to strength. There’s a demand for business-minded people who can help to shape the future of the country’s economy. Accounting jobs offer excellent salaries and there’s a wealth of training available. If you’re interested in progressing, the apprenticeship gives you the chance to build your knowledge. It gives you an edge and can put you on the path to a managerial position.
There’s a wide range of jobs on offer. Help predict the future of the financial industry as an economist. Work with different clients as an investment banker and learn to manage money. The nature of the industry means you’ll have the chance to work in various locations too.
You'll gain a Modern Apprenticeship in Accountancy at SCQF Level 5, 6 or 8. It includes work experience.
Your qualification includes:
ACCA SCQF Level 5 Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting
AAT Certificate In Accounting at SCQF Level 6
or
ACCA SCQF Level 6 Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting
AAT Diploma In Professional Accounting at SCQF Level 8
ACCA SCQF Level 8 Diploma in Accounting and Business
During work, you’ll learn how to:
prepare financial documents
record financial data
analyse account information
carry out best safety practices
You’ll also develop core skills that will help in your job search. These could include:
time management
communication
numeracy
problem-solving
working with others
These transferable skills can be used in different jobs, such as insurance broking.
This Modern Apprenticeship can provide a range of options. You could choose to further your education or go into full time work.
Further study: Continue to study and progress to a HNC or HND in accountancy. Go on to study for a BA in accounting with the CIMA advanced diploma programme.
Straight to work: Use your qualifications to help you find a job in accountancy. These could include:
economist
insurance broker
investment analyst
risk surveyor
actuary
investment banker
Entry requirements
SCQF Level 5
There are no set entry requirements.
SCQF Level 6
You must have achieved one of the following qualifications:
SCQF Level 5 in Accountancy
Higher Accountancy at A, B or C
2 Highers in other academic subjects at A, B or C
SCQF Level 8
You must have achieved one of the following qualifications:
SCQF Level 5 in accountancy
Higher Accountancy at A, B or C
2 Highers in other academic subjects at A, B or C
How does it work?
You’ll learn in a real-world environment and earn a wage. You’ll also study with a college or another learning provider.
How long will it take?
This Modern Apprenticeship will take between 12 and 24 months to complete.
How to apply
Use the 'Find vacancies near you' search at the end of this page to look for vacancies, then you can apply online.
You'll apply on Apprenticeships.scot or the company’s own website – there are details on the vacancy advert.