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This NEW level 4 AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) finance apprenticeship is a higher level accounting qualification. It is designed to provide aspiring accountants with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.

The curriculum is designed to align with industry standards and equip learners with the practical knowledge and competencies required to thrive in the accounting profession. Key topics include regulation and compliance, systems and processes, core elements of double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards. lso includes NEW online and virtual classroom learning through Mindful Education.

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THE NEXT COHORT START DATE FOR THIS PROGRAMME IS 18 NOVEMBER.

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Apprentice level

Level 4 higher

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Typical duration

24 months

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Training
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Online & Virtual Classroom

Assessment
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Portfolio of Evidence (including reflective statement) & Role Simulation

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Funding
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£8,000

EPA Organisation

AAT

This level 4 AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) finance apprenticeship is a higher level accounting qualification. It is designed to provide aspiring accountants with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.

The curriculum is designed to align with industry standards and equip learners with the practical knowledge and competencies required to thrive in the accounting profession. Key topics include regulation and compliance, systems and processes, core elements of double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards. If you successfully complete this qualification and fulfill the AAT’s work experience requirements, you can apply for AAT full membership and achieve professional AAT (MAAT) status.

As a professional accountant you'll play a crucial part in generating and verifying accurate financial information for your organisation or clients. Your responsibilities will include creating, reviewing, and ensuring the timeliness of financial records, making you an indispensable asset in maintaining financial integrity and compliance.
This flexible apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, it combinesOnline and Virtual Classroom learning with regular sessions from an LMP Education tutor.
For employers - Why hire an apprentice?

Apprentices bring fresh and diverse perspectives, eagerness to learn, and a dedication to growing within your company. Apprenticeships allow for tailored training, ensuring that individuals acquire specific skills aligned with your organisation's needs, making them valuable assets from day 1. Investing in an apprentice not only fills crucial roles but also fosters a culture of mentorship and continuous improvement within your organisation.

Apprentices will study the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting as their on-programme learning. This internationally recognised AAT qualification enables those working in accounting or those looking to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical experience and the all-important certification often sought by employers.

We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this apprenticeship through our Online and Virtual Classroom model. Apprentices study online materials during allotted time at work, and also attend regular virtual sessions with a tutor.

Online lessons can be accessed at any time, using a mobile, tablet or desktop - meaning apprentices can fit their study around work commitments. Each lesson lasts around 45 minutes and is accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Exercises, interactive case studies and analytical tools help to enhance the learning experience further.

Virtual Classroom – apprentices benefit from regular virtual classes with an experienced tutor. A combination of tutor-led work, group exercises and discussion encourages apprentices to apply theory to real-life workplace situations. This modern, flexible approach to apprenticeship training empowers learners, minimises disruption to employers, and delivers tangible results in the workplace.

Upon completion you will be able to progress onto higher level apprenticeships, have a fulltime role or go into further education. If you have one year’s experience upon completion, you can also apply to be a MAAT. From there, after 5 years of MAAT membership, you can apply to become FMAAT. This programme can also lead to chartered status.

The Professional accounting standard allows student registration with a number of UK professional bodies in this sector.

If a candidate seeks to become a member of a professional body there may be other requirements specific to the relevant professional body.

Completion of the professional accounting apprenticeship may lead to the candidate receiving credits towards the completion of the Professional accountant or tax apprenticeship or chartered Accountancy or taxation qualifications provided by the relevant professional bodies.

Level 4 Professional Accounting Standard and AAT L4 Diploma in Professional Accounting.

Assistant Auditor, Assistant Management Accountant, Assistant Financial Accountant, Accounts Payable and Expenses Supervisor, Bookkeeper, Commercial Analyst

The End Point Assessment (EPA) assesses your skills, knowledge, and behaviour gained throughout the course, validating your readiness to excel in the field.

You will showcase your expertise, demonstrating your ability to apply learned concepts. Typically, the EPA consist of a portfolio of evidence including a reflective statement and a role simulation. The role simulation is designed to assess Apprentices in a consistent way, regardless of job role or specialism. The Role Simulation will be developed and hosted by the Assessment Organisation and apprentices will receive a set of information prior to sitting this element. During the Role Simulation, the Apprentices will be presented with further information about the organisation and will be asked to complete a series of written and objective short tasks.

This level 4 AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) finance apprenticeship is a higher level accounting qualification. It is designed to provide aspiring accountants with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.

The curriculum is designed to align with industry standards and equip learners with the practical knowledge and competencies required to thrive in the accounting profession. Key topics include regulation and compliance, systems and processes, core elements of double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards. If you successfully complete this qualification and fulfill the AAT’s work experience requirements, you can apply for AAT full membership and achieve professional AAT (MAAT) status.

As a professional accountant you'll play a crucial part in generating and verifying accurate financial information for your organisation or clients. Your responsibilities will include creating, reviewing, and ensuring the timeliness of financial records, making you an indispensable asset in maintaining financial integrity and compliance.
This flexible apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, it combinesOnline and Virtual Classroom learning with regular sessions from an LMP Education tutor.
For employers - Why hire an apprentice?

Apprentices bring fresh and diverse perspectives, eagerness to learn, and a dedication to growing within your company. Apprenticeships allow for tailored training, ensuring that individuals acquire specific skills aligned with your organisation's needs, making them valuable assets from day 1. Investing in an apprentice not only fills crucial roles but also fosters a culture of mentorship and continuous improvement within your organisation.

Apprentices will study the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting as their on-programme learning. This internationally recognised AAT qualification enables those working in accounting or those looking to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical experience and the all-important certification often sought by employers.

We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this apprenticeship through our Online and Virtual Classroom model. Apprentices study online materials during allotted time at work, and also attend regular virtual sessions with a tutor.

Online lessons can be accessed at any time, using a mobile, tablet or desktop - meaning apprentices can fit their study around work commitments. Each lesson lasts around 45 minutes and is accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Exercises, interactive case studies and analytical tools help to enhance the learning experience further.

Virtual Classroom – apprentices benefit from regular virtual classes with an experienced tutor. A combination of tutor-led work, group exercises and discussion encourages apprentices to apply theory to real-life workplace situations. This modern, flexible approach to apprenticeship training empowers learners, minimises disruption to employers, and delivers tangible results in the workplace.

What to expect from LMP Education

  • Dedicated account management and recruitment
  • Leading nationwide apprenticeship training provider
  • Specialists in the education, training and business sectors
  • Delivering vibrant, engaging learning for all learners
  • Blended and remote teaching and learning
  • Tailored learning plans for each individual
  • Experienced tutors and delivery support team
  • Designated safeguarding officers, policies and procedures
Professional Accounting Technician Apprenticeship

Programme
Information

  • A Professional accounting or tax technician will understand the industries and environments in which an organisation operates, including customer and supplier needs, in order to create and/or validate and/or report financial information.
  • A Professional accounting or tax technician will understand and apply the relevant ethical standards to their own behaviour and appropriately challenge the actions of others where they do not meet these standards.
  • A Professional accounting or tax technician will be able to understand and apply professional standards and legal regulations to an organisation’s financial information, and to comply with the fundamental principles of integrity, objectivity, professional competence and due care and confidentiality.
  • Financial information is created, verified and reported via a combination of systems and processes, such as accounting or tax systems, internal control systems and IT systems. An understanding of these systems and processes is fundamental to an accountant’s ability to perform their role.

  • Create and interpret information, and show how that information can be used most effectively to add value to the organisation.
  • Effectively communicate relevant information across the organisation and to appropriate stakeholders in both written and verbal formats.
  • Proactively manage their own development and is committed to the job and their profession.
  • Work to tight deadlines and respond to changing priorities. Effectively plan and prioritise time and co-ordinate the input of others in order to meet both deadlines and changing priorities.
  • Apply accounting, tax knowledge to consistently deliver high quality, accurate data and information in a timely fashion.

  • Willing to both listen and learn and to accept changing priorities and working requirements and has the flexibility to maintain high standards in a changing environment.
  • Actively engage in the wider business, as appropriate, and look to provide information that positively contributes to influencing business decisions.
  • Continually strive to improve own working processes and those of the organisation.
  • Takes responsibility. Demonstrates the drive and energy to get things done, even under pressure.

    Month 1-18: This is where you will learn the most, completing learning objectives towards achieving your qualification.
  • Building your competence and portfolio of evidence through covering key KSBs for your apprenticeship standard
  • Completing your Level 4 diploma by passing exams (5 units)
  • Completing Functional Skills (where applicable)
  • Attending mandatory weekly group workshops covering key topics
  • Attending monthly teaching and learning reviews to ensure everything is going well
  • Progress reviews every three months with your personal tutor and line manager


  • Month 19-21: Consolidating your knowledge, skills and behaviours, preparing for the final step of your apprenticeship
  • Finalising your portfolio of evidence
  • Completing mock tests in preparation for your EPA
  • Completing the paperwork necessary for the next steps - please note: in order to go through to the End Point Assessment you will be required to submit your Diploma certificate


  • Month 22-24: Gateway Period, you will be completing your final assessments with our End Point Assessment Organisation, AAT

    Month 24+: Next steps
    Congratulations! You have achieved your Level 4 Professional Accountant apprenticeship qualification. There are a number of options you can take whether you want to continue with your studies or pursue a full-time career in the finance sector.

    Chat to one of our experienced advisor about your options.

Our comprehensive curriculum blends theoretical learning with practical application, covering essential accounting principles in a more advanced level such credit and debt management, financial statements, applied management accounting, leadership and management and financial data analysis.

Throughout the programme, you will attend workshops where you will be covering topics on legislations, cashflow, credit control and divisional performance (list is not exhaustive) and you will also be given the opportunity to network with your peers. You will also receive personalised guidance and mentorship via your apprenticeship tutor, ensuring you develop both technical expertise and professional acumen.

As part of your apprenticeship programme, you will be also completing your Level 4 Diploma in Accounting gaining two qualifications within the same time frame!
For a smooth journey with us we will provide you with the necessary books and resources and we will pay for the first sitting of your exams!

You will also have access to our tailored LMPEvolve bank of supplementary resources designed to enhance essential life skills, fostering a well-rounded professional equipped for success in both your career and personal life.

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