Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Accounting has been designed to develop the essential understanding and skills needed to provide the awareness of the accountancy and tax regulatory environment, the operational requirements for the accounting and finance function and what is expected of a professional accountant.

The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Accounting can be studied as a pathway to joining the IFA Direct Programme and gaining IFA membership.  For further details click here.
The IFA is an internationally recognised professional accountancy membership body. It is a full member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) the global accounting standard-setter and regulator. Further details can be obtained from the IFA – www.ifa.org.uk or education@ifa.org.uk

This qualification leads to applied learning, integrating knowledge and understanding with the development and application of skills. It has been developed to conform to the requirements of the RQF, to meet the requirements of higher education and employers and to meet the needs of learners. The Level 3 Diploma in Accounting provides the background knowledge and skills needed to support progression to higher academic and vocational qualification levels. The associated sample assignments support the development of skills needed by individuals considering a career in the Accounting profession.

Final Certificate and transcript will be issued by the awarding body or respective universities from UK

Learning Outcomes:

• Learn about the basic concept and principles of accounting
• Deepen the knowledge of accounting within an organisation
• Familiarise yourself with financial accounting applications
• Learn about Budgetary Control and accounting management
• Explore the techniques of cost accounting
• Acquire the ability to make critical evaluation decisions
• Learn about ethical, social and political issues in accounting practice