A student is normally expected to start at the Certificate stage, however in many cases it is possible for candidates to gain exemption from part of the course. The following table gives some guidance but students are advised to contact Premier Training for confirmation:
| QUALIFICATION: |
START COURSE AT: |
| None |
Certificate Stage |
| NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in Accounting |
Advanced Certificate Stage |
| AAT Bookkeeping Certificate (ABC) |
Advanced Certificate Stage |
| NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Accounting |
Diploma Stage |
GCE A-Level Accounting
(Grade A-E) |
Advanced Certificate Stage |
| GCE A-Levels (Grades A-E) in two academic subjects |
Advanced Certificate Stage |
| Scottish Higher in Accountancy (Grade A-C) |
Advanced Certificate Stage |
| Two Scottish Highers (Grades A-C) in academic subjects |
Advanced Certificate Stage |
| Advanced GNVQ/Vocational A-Level in Business Studies |
Advanced Certificate Stage |
| Irish Leaving Certificate with five subjects, including two academic subjects as Honours (Grade A-D) |
Advanced Certificate Stage |
| BTEC National in Business and Finance |
Advanced Certificate Stage |
| Age 21+ with four years relevant* work experience |
Advanced Certificate Stage |
| PE1 or equivalent |
Diploma Stage |
| UK Degree in Accounting |
Diploma Stage |
*For guidance as to what qualifies as relevant course experience, refer to "AAT Skillcheck" or contact Premier Training.
The above list is not exhaustive and if you feel that you may hold equivalent alternative qualifications please contact Premier Training on 01469 515444 or contact Premier Training. Click here to Enrol now.