AAT Certificate in Accounting SCQF Level 6

Calendar iconStudy mode: You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.

Mortar board iconCourse type: SCQF Level 6

Pen iconStart in: September

Computer and book iconLearning mode: You attend classes in person at your local campus or learning centre.

Book and tick iconHow: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.

What is special about this course?

Certificate in Accounting introduces a broad range of core accounting skills. Students will develop skills in double-entry bookkeeping and basic costings; as well as an understanding of purchase, sales and general ledgers. They will also gain an understanding of accounting software and develop professional skills and behaviours needed for the workplace.

Entry requirements

AAT does not set any entry requirements for the qualification.

However, for the best chance of success, we recommend that students begin their studies with a good standard of English and Maths.

The qualification comprises four mandatory units:

  • Introduction to Bookkeeping
  • Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
  • Principle of Costing
  • The Business Environment

How will I study my course?

  • Part Time

Face to face in the classroom and independent home study.

How long will my course last?

1 Academic Year
    • UHI Orkney, Kirkwall

Start date

September/February

Fees

  • Course Cost £1690

Additional costs

For information regarding course fees, please contact ocrevenue@uhi.ac.uk

 

What can I do on completion of my course?

Skills developed through this qualification could lead to employment as:

  • Accounts Assistant
  • Accounts Administrator
  • Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk
  • Trainee Accounting Technician
  • Trainee Financial Assistant

Apply for AAT Certificate in Accounting SCQF 6

I want to start in September 2025

We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI Orkney. UHI Orkney operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.