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PROSPECTUS 2018/2019 Your accounting career starts here We have NUMBERS in our DNA www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie
Contents About Accounting Technicians Ireland.................................... 04 Careers in Accountancy ........................................................... 07 Programme Delivery ............................................................... 13 Student Support, Exams and Exemptions .............................. 19 Entry Requirements and Registration..................................... 23 ................................................. 26 Fees and Financial Assistance................................................. eer Services..................... 29 Membership, Recruitment and Career ........................................... 36 List of Approved Partner Colleges........................................... How to Register ....................................................................... 38
DIPLOMA ATI x 2 years = The possibilities are infinite. About us Accounting Technicians Ireland is the leading professional Accounting Technicians body, with more than 10,000 members and students across the island of Ireland. We promote the highest standards of excellence in education and training to our students and our members. Founded in 1983, Accounting Technicians learners. It provides accounting programmes Ireland provides nationally and internationally that are both market-led and vocationally recognised accounting qualifications. relevant. Over the last 35 years, it has confirmed Accounting Technicians Ireland is a CCEA – its position as provider of the leading accredited Awarding Organisation and a qualification for Accounting Technicians recognised QQI provider for the purposes an in Ireland. the Accounting Technician Apprenticeship. Our graduates are employed in industry, Graduates can further progress their career commerce, private practice and the public in accounting by going on to study with sector, at all levels of finance. Chartered Accountants Ireland, its partner body, or with a range of other professional Our innovative qualifications combine accounting bodies and higher education professional examinations with practical work institutions. experience, to ensure our graduates bring real value to the jobs market. We welcome students and members into a 10,000 strong, island-wide Community Students develop skills in cutting-edge of Practice and provide them with CPD and accounting software used by business today. excellent networking opportunities via well- As qualified members of Accounting established District Societies. Technicians Ireland, graduates are entitled We provide our members with life-long to use the respected and valued professional support throughout their career as an MIATI designation after their name. Accounting Technician. Many employers see this as essential We have offices in Dublin and Belfast and we when hiring. have strong links with local college networks Accounting Technicians Ireland’s primary goal throughout the island. is to serve its community of members and PAGE 4 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Seven great reasons to choose Accounting Technicians Ireland 1 Leading professional body for Accounting Technicians on the island of Ireland 2 Leading provider of professional accounting technician education 3 Island-wide Community of Practice focused on career development through cutting-edge activities 4 Wide range of Membership Services to help develop your career 5 Excellent Recruitment and Careers Services focused on expanding Accounting Technicians jobs market 6 Extensive network of college partners throughout the island of Ireland 7 Strong links with professional accounting bodies and higher education institutions The Accounting Technicians Ireland qualification gives a very strong foundation in accounting. It equips you for business life, allowing you to manage and run a business at national and international level. Mark Fagan, Head of Operations at Topcon Ireland & Northern Ireland PAGE 5 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Our Numbers Speak for Themselves We have 1983 70 COLLEGE LOCATIONS in Ireland We were ESTABLISHED in 1983 70 95% of our members are employed We have more than 10,000 MEMBERS and STUDENTS across the island of Ireland We have 4 DISTRICT SOCIETIES Our graduates enter the jobs market with 2 YEARS’ nationwide experience under their belt Our students can choose from 4 STUDY OPTIONS 1 Full-time 2 Part-time 3 Online 4 Apprenticeship PAGE 6 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
What is an Accounting Technician? Accounting Technicians are qualified accounting professionals employed throughout all levels of finance across the public sector, industry, commerce and private accountancy practices. � Accounting Technicians are involved in the day- to-day practical work of accountancy and play a key operational role in producing reliable financial information. They can perform a wide range of finance roles, from accounts staff to financial controller and beyond. � They can work on their own or alongside professional accountants. In a small company, they may be the only qualified employee looking after the finance function, while in a larger company, they may be working as part of a team alongside accountants and administrative staff. Accounting Technicians can perform Accounting Technicians can be employed financial roles associated with fully in a wide variety of sectors and industries trained accountants including: including: Financial accounting and budgeting Manufacturing Costing and credit control Local and central government Payroll administration and tax returns The health service Senior managerial tasks Financial services including banking and insurance Auditing and assurance work Shared services provision Consulting All sectors of commercial industry Corporate finance Private accountancy firms Tax planning Leasing Insolvency Real estate Self-employment is another career option for qualified Accounting Technicians, and many of our members run their own successful accountancy practice. Many Accounting Technician graduates enrol in further study, using the qualification and the exemptions it brings as a stepping stone as they work towards becoming a fully qualified accountant. PAGE 8 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Pathway to Success FULL MEMBERSHIP SECOND YEAR WORK EXPERIENCE DIPLOMA FOR (2 YEARS) ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS PRIOR LEARNING* (WITHIN LAST 6 YEARS) FIRST YEAR CERTIFICATE FOR ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS A-LEVELS LEAVING CERTIFICATE MATURE STUDENT * Please refer to ATI’s Exemption Policy 2018 for further details.
Our Qualifications Whether you choose to study the Certificate or the Diploma for Accounting Technicians, our qualifications will put you on the pathway to success in your accounting career. Both qualifications are designed to meet the strong and specific demand for qualified Accounting Technician professionals in all Irish sectors, and to support the continuing development of those already in employment. The syllabus Work-based learning Our syllabus has been carefully designed to equip Work-based learning outcomes are achieved via the graduates with an array of transferable business workplace. skills and a technical knowledge of finance and accountancy practice. Experience can also be gained at any time – before, during or after formal studies. Students must achieve Our student supports are updated every year to the learning outcomes of six mandatory and three reflect legislative and taxation change in both the elective units. Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. This real and relevant experience adds to the strength You will develop a comprehensive understanding of our Diploma qualification over other ‘class-only’ of the theory and techniques used by today’s accounting courses. Accounting Technicians. All of your experience has to be signed off by a mentor If you progress to our Diploma, you’ll put that theory who can verify that you have achieved all of the into practice through work experience. associated learning outcomes. Who it’s for � Leaving Certificate or A-Level graduates who now wish to complete a professional qualification � Those who have completed Leaving Certificate/A-Levels in recent years but have not yet pursued a professional qualification � Mature students who would like to go on to further study but who don’t know how to take that first step � Students of Further Education programmes in business or accounting who wish to progress to a professional qualification � Those who currently work or have previously worked in a finance role such as bookkeeping, general administration, payroll, accounting assistance etc., but have not received any formal training to date � Staff who hold a senior management or general management position and would like to gain a greater understanding of the finance function � The self-employed who would like to improve their business and financial management skills Ultimately the Diploma for Accounting Technicians increases employment opportunities for a broad range of accounting and finance roles and will enable progressive opportunities to senior financial management at a later stage of an Accounting Technician’s career. Moreover, it opens doors to further accounting studies via exemptions with professional bodies and higher education institutions. I’d recommend the Accounting Technicians Ireland Diploma programme as it gives people a sense of what working in accounting and finance is like. It was really positive for me and gave me a self-confidence and inner pride that is one of the most valuable things I’ve taken into my career. Joe Bollard, Partner – Tax, EY PAGE AGE GE 10 | STUDENT TUDENT PROSPECTUS PR
Certificate for Accounting Technicians The Certificate for Accounting Technicians is designed to give you a solid grounding in business as well as a strong foundation in accountancy. It is the first step on your journey to a new and rewarding career as an Accounting Technician. The Certificate prepares you to carry out basic accounting tasks in the workplace and allows you to go on to the Diploma for Accounting Technicians. You will study: This is a Level 4 Certificate Award in Northern Ireland*. � Financial Accounting The award is comparable to Level � Taxation 6 on the National Framework of � Law & Ethics Qualifications (NFQ) in the Republic of Ireland. � Business Management * ATI Level 4 Certificate for Accounting Technicians (RQF) Qualification number 600/6337/3 Diploma for Accounting Technicians While the Certificate for Accounting Technicians is a qualification in its own right, most of our students pursue the Diploma for Accounting Technicians and become fully qualified Accounting Technicians with increased earning power. Second year units bring you to the next level in your accounting studies. On successful completion of Second Year, you can become an Affiliate Member of ATI, and maintain your professional affiliation while you complete the work experience requirements of the qualification. You will study: This is a Level 5 Diploma award in � Advanced Financial Accounting Northern Ireland.** � Advanced Taxation The award is comparable to Level 6 on the National Framework of � Management Accounting Qualifications (NFQ) in the Republic � Integrated Accounting Systems (IAS) of Ireland. ** ATI Level 5 Diploma for Accounting Technicians (RQF) Qualification number 600/0170/0 CERTIFICATE DIPLOMA FOR SECOND YEAR ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS WORK EXPERIENCE FIND OUT MORE ABOUT MEMBERSHIP AND OUR COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE ON PAGE 30 PAGE 11 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Study Options Accounting Technicians Ireland offers four study options. For further details on any of these options, please contact Student Services on 01 649 8180 or email register@accountingtechniciansireland.ie 01. Full-Time Study Full-time programmes are available through a number of our Approved Partner Colleges and these are usually run over four weekdays. These Partners include Education & Training Boards (ETBs), Institutes of Technology, Colleges NI and leading private colleges. Full-time state-funded programmes are available to jobseekers in a number of Approved Partner Training Centres in the Republic of Ireland. Certificate (One Year) and often Diploma (Two Year) programmes are available, and are free to eligible jobseekers. Please contact your local Employment Services Office (Intreo) to check your eligibility and discuss the training options available. See our Approved Partner Colleges on Pages 36-37 for details on where you can study. 02. Part-Time Study Most of our Approved Partners offer part-time study options. Part-time study normally involves evening lectures twice weekly, although some Approved Partner Colleges may deliver day-time options. If you choose the part-time study route you can work during the day and study at night, gaining valuable experience towards your qualification. You can also study part-time at our Academy at our Dublin HQ or through ATI Online. 03. ATI Online ATI Online is a part-time programme which is delivered by ATI directly and offers students the chance to achieve our qualifications, without the need to leave home. Online students registered with us are provided with access to a vast array of online resource materials. For each module they undertake, they are allocated an online tutor. Lectures are released every Monday, and you are supported by dedicated online tutors. There are also virtual classes, face-to-face tuition, student forums and subject assessments throughout the year. This flexible flexible study mode suits a wide range of circumstances and is ideal for those who do not live near a partner college. You will never miss a class! 04. Apprenticeship We have apprenticeship options in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, which provide students with a practical, fully funded route to a career in accounting. The Higher Level Apprenticeship in Accountancy is available through all six Regional Colleges in Northern Ireland. Graduates emerge from the programme with the Diploma for Accounting Technicians, two years’ relevant work experience and the professional MIATI designation. The Accounting Technician Apprenticeship is available through eight Partner Colleges in the Republic of Ireland from September 2018. Graduates emerge from the programme with a Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Accounting, two years’ work relevant experience and the professional MIATI designation. See Programme Delivery (pages 13-18) for full details on all of these study options. PAGE 12 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Programme Delivery PAGE 13 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Approved Partner Colleges Accounting Technicians Ireland’s Approved Partner Colleges deliver our programmes and support students as they work towards our qualifications. We have 70 Approved Partner colleges and training centres throughout the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. These include Education & Training Boards (ETBs), Institutes of Technology, Colleges NI and leading private colleges. Find an Approved Partner College near you on Pages 36-37. Tuition is provided by the Approved Partner College, and exams take place in 16 exam centres around the country. The Diploma for Accounting Technicians qualification is awarded by Accounting Technicians Ireland and is recognised both nationally and internationally. Our Partner Colleges ensure a smooth transition ‘back to Tuition fees, enrolment dates the classroom’ for adults who are returning to education, and class timetables will vary and also help school-leavers adjust to the new demands depending on which partner of college life. college you choose. Most are due Their campuses have excellent facilities and a real to commence in mid to late September 2018. ‘college buzz’ about them. Many of them offer a range of other programmes from IT to the Arts, offering the ATI � If you plan to study with one of our Approved student a diverse college experience. Partner Colleges, you should contact the programme co-ordinator for information on enrolment dates We enjoy a strong and supportive relationship with our and procedures. You will find contact details for Partner Colleges, and we work hand in hand with our programme co-ordinators on Pages 36-37. dedicated programme co-ordinators to ensure that your experience at these colleges is positive and fruitful. � If you are registering with one of our Approved Partner Colleges, you must pay tuition fees directly Lecturers are highly experienced in delivering our to the college, and professional fees covering programmes, and they are provided with a range of registration, exams and course materials directly to teaching resources and tools to help you prepare for ATI. Our professional fees are listed on Page 27. Your your exams. local college will advise you on their tuition fees. They can also offer career guidance or advice based on � If you are applying for exemptions you must apply previous successful graduates. for these first and exemptions cannot be granted after you register. See Page 22 for further details on exemptions. PAGE 14 | STUDENT TUDENT PROSPECTUS PR
ATI Academy ATI delivers the Certificate and Diploma for Accounting Technicians at its Academy, at its Dublin HQ - CA House, Pearse Street, Dublin 2. This state-of-the-art campus provides modern facilities and teaching tools to support students during their studies and enhance their learning experience. Evening classes commence at 6.15pm, allowing city-centre workers ample time to travel from the office. Excellence in accounting Other features and benefits of studying at technician education The Academy: � Our Academy boasts world-class teaching � Printed lecture notes and weekly facilities at our HQ in Dublin 2. recorded lectures on Moodle � Our lecturers are highly experienced - many � Revision workshops of them have studied our programme themselves and have excelled in their � Graded assignments and mock exams individual fields. � Study lounge onsite � All Academy lectures are recorded for revision purposes and made available to students. � Free Wi-Fi � Course materials include textbooks, online Classes commence September 11, 2018 and run: tutorials and MyRevision online support. Tuesdays: � Dedicated Programme Manager. 18.15 - 19.45 and 20.00 - 21.30 Wednesdays: Visit www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie 18.15 - 19.45 and 20.00 - 21.30 to check your exemptions and learn more. For further information including programme fees contact Leda Egri, Programme Manager, on (01) 649 8120 or legri@accountingtechniciansireland.ie Lecture halls and amenities are second to none: bright, modern and comfortable and great for evening studying. All lecturers have been very helpful from day one, exam preparation has been great and the additional Saturday workshops have proven to be a great revision tool. Dennis Werian MIATI, ATI Academy Graduate PAGE 15 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
ATI Online We have taken the high standards we have set in programme content and tutor support, and combined them with the finest online learning resources. You can study at your own pace, and combine your learning with work and other commitments. ATI Online is popular among busy professionals who prefer to study in the evening, or among those who work from home. It is also very well suited to those whose personal commitments mean they don’t have time to get to classes or lectures. Flexible pathway to Other features and benefits of studying success in accounting ATI Online include: � Recorded lectures are released every � Dedicated Programme Manager week, and you are supported by � Regular interactive virtual tutorials dedicated online tutors. You will never � Guided assessment and mock exams miss a class! � Peer-to-peer study discussion � There are also virtual classes, face-to-face weekend tuition, student September 2018 forums and subject assessments Orientation Day commences September 15, 2018, throughout the year. with lectures released each Monday (26 weeks). Three weekend face-to-face sessions in November � Course commences with an Orientation 2018, January 2019 and March 2019. Day – meet your lecturers and get tips and advice on online study. January 2019 Visit www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie Orientation day: early January, 2019, with classes to check your exemptions or try a free released each Monday (26 weeks). sample class. There are three weekend face-to-face sessions in 2019, dates to be finalised. For further information on our ATI Online September and January programmes including schedules and fees contact the Online Programme Manager, on (01) 649 8121 or register@accountingtechniciansireland.ie I am now a huge fan of online learning, not just the recorded lectures, but the online format with forums, tutor contact and information repository. It made returning to study as painless as possible and the overall support from ATI has been brilliant. Sophie Hayley MIATI, ATI Online Graduate PAGE 16 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Higher Level Apprenticeship in Accountancy (Northern Ireland) The Level 5 Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA) in Accountancy addresses specific skills shortages in Northern Ireland’s Accountancy & Finance sector The apprenticeship is a system of employment-focused training and education which enables apprentices to obtain the skills, knowledge and competence required to perform effectively as an Accounting Technician. It provides young people with a practical and fully funded route towards a professional career in accountancy. Graduates move on to full time roles as fully qualified Accounting Technicians in industry, practice and public sector organisations. � You will be employed in an accountancy practice or an � You will exit the programme with solid work organisation with a suitable accounts department for experience gained in a business environment, and two years. a chance to continue your studies in professional � The Level 5 Diploma* programme accredited by CCEA is accountancy or to degree level. an industry-recognised qualification. *ATI Level 5 Diploma for Accounting Technicians (RQF) Qualification number 600/0170/0 � You will gain valuable knowledge, practical skills and work experience as well as an internationally recognised This innovative programme is accounting qualification. delivered in partnership with the � The programme is supported by Chartered Accountants Ireland, Colleges NI and many leading accountancy and following Regional Colleges: industry employers in Northern Ireland. � Belfast Metropolitan College � Upon completion of the programme, you may be eligible www.belfastmet.ac.uk to progress to chartered accountancy through Chartered � Northern Regional College Accountants Ireland’s professional Level 7 programme. www.nrc.ac.uk � We have employers from industry, practice and the public � Southern Regional College sector, offering two-year contracts to successful applicants. www.src.ac.uk You will work four days a week with the employer and study one day a week with a local college, as you � North West Regional College complete a recognised and valuable qualification. www.nwrc.ac.uk � You will put your college learning into practice every � South West College day, as you go from complete beginner to fully-qualified www.swc.ac.uk Accounting Technician, while being mentored through the � South Eastern Regional College programme in both the workplace and your local college. www.serc.ac.uk For further information, visit www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie or contact your Regional College above. The Apprenticeship successfully combined the required assessment elements of external examinations and work-based learning to award me with an industry-recognised qualification in the field of accountancy, all within a period of just two years. Lara Salmon MIATI, Higher Level Apprentice at Belfast Metropolitan College PAGE GE 17 | STUDENT TUDENT PR PROSPE PROSPECTUS
Accounting Technician Apprenticeship (Republic of Ireland) The Accounting Technician Apprenticeship programme was launched in September 2017 and is the Republic of Ireland’s only National Apprenticeship in the field of accountancy. On successful completion of the Accounting Technician Apprenticeship the apprentice is awarded a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Accounting. The Accounting Technician Apprenticeship is delivered in the following colleges: � Blackrock Further Education Institute � Monaghan Institute www.bfei.ie www.monaghaninstitute.ie � Bray Institute of Further Education � Rathmines College www.bife.ie www.rathminescollege.ie � Cork College of Commerce � Coláiste Íde College of Further Education www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie www.colaisteide.ie � Waterford College of Further Education � Galway - venue to be confirmed www.wcfe.ie The Accounting Technician Apprenticeship is a fully funded, paid work-based learning programme aimed at school-leavers and mature learners. Apprentices gain a broad range of transferable business skills and a technical knowledge of finance and accounting practice. This will enable them to secure employment in a broad range of accounting and finance roles and progress to further study or senior financial management at a later stage of their career. � We have employers from industry, practice and � You will exit the programme with solid work the public sector, offering two-year contracts to experience gained in a business environment, and successful applicants. You will work four days a a chance to continue your studies in professional week with the employer and study one day a week accountancy or to degree level. with a local college, as you complete a recognised and valuable qualification. � You will put your college learning into practice every day, as you go from complete beginner to GENERATION Level 6 fully-qualified Accounting Technician, while being APPRENTICESHIP Advanced Certificate in Accounting mentored through the programme in both the workplace and your local college. For further information, visit www.accountingtechnicianapprenticeship.ie or contact your local Partner College above The Accounting Technician Apprenticeship is a logical fit for Mazars’ Outsourcing department as Accounting Technicians are an essential part of our team. The combination of classroom learning with practical workplace training ensures that, when qualified, the Accounting Technician will be equipped with all the necessary skills to progress as far as they want to within our team. Jennifer Kelly, Manager Financial Management and Outsourcing Services - Mazars - Dublin PAGE 18 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Student Support, Exams and Exemptions
Student Supports Our students are provided with a range of support services to assist them in their study. These are divided into two broad categories: academic supports and guidance. Academic Supports Core Academic Supports Approved Partner Course Materials Tuition Full-time, MyRevision KnowledgePoint Part-time or Textbooks - online Online Tutorials Online tuition support assessment Academic & Career Guidance Exemptions from Career Advice and Dedicated Student Further Study Recruitment Service Services Team Touchpoint Student Website Newsletter Portal
Course Materials Our perfect blend of textbook and online-based learning resources equips you with everything you need to excel in your exams and in the jobs that will follow. Textbooks Accounting Technicians Ireland’s textbooks are the best place to begin your studies. When preparing for your exams, make sure to revise each chapter using the questions at the end. MyRevision Test your knowledge at the end of each chapter by accessing our MyRevision online resource. You’ll find more than 100 practice questions per module, including self-assessment questions featured in your textbooks, additional exam-standard multiple-choice questions and short computational ones. You’ll also find a range of past and sample papers, to help you prepare for your exams. You can access ‘MyRevision’ at any time by logging on to our online student portal TouchPoint. KnowledgePoint Your course materials package also includes full access to the entire range of KnowledgePoint online tutorials. Viewing an online tutorial is virtually the same as being in the room with the lecturer. All our online resources can be vie viewed on your PC, tablet or smartphone. KnowledgePoint has been an invaluable learning tool that has enhanced and improved my lectures. I would highly recommend this superb resource to all students and lecturers. John Healy, Director of Adult Education, Mallow College of Further Education PAGE 21 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Exams & Exemptions Examinations for both first and second year students are held in May, for students registering in September. Online students registering in January will have their first exam session in August. There is a supplementary session in August (September student registration) or October (January Online student registration) where a repeat or a resit is required. Second year students also have a computer-based examination on Integrated Accounting Systems, which takes place in April (September student registration) or in August for January Online students. You have a maximum timeframe of 10 years* to successfully complete all exams, giving you great flexibility if your circumstances change. However, most students will successfully complete the exams over a two-year period. Students can sit their exams in 16 exam centres nationwide, and they will be credited with a pass in individual papers if they obtain 50% or higher. *All First Year exams must be successfully completed within six years of registration. For further details contact our Assessment Officer on 01 649 8181 or email register@accountingtechniciansireland.ie Exemptions If you have completed relevant qualifications within the lastt six years, yyears,, you you may ma be eligible for exemptions from certain first-year exams. tions must To be considered for exemptions, these relevant qualifications must be a minimum ofo QQI Level 6 in the Republic emptions tions are of Ireland or Level 4 in Northern Ireland (or higher). Please note that exemptions ar not available for second-year exams. You can apply for exemptions free of charge, though there e is a charge char ofo €50/£40 50/£40 to to accept ac ep eptt any any exemptions e emptions that tha are offered. The closing date to apply for exemptions is October 1,, 2018. For further information on exemptions, please email register@accountingtechniciansireland.ie PAGE 22 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Entry Requirements and Registration
Entry Requirements Accounting Technicians Ireland’s qualification is open to students from all walks of life. It is a versatile qualification, which means we have a diverse body of students and members all over the island. Below are the minimum entry requirements to our programmes. Entry requirements differ slightly for our apprenticeship programmes, you will find details of these on www.accountingtechnicianapprenticeship.ie Mature learners who have reached 21 years of age but do not possess the minimum educational requirements may still apply to do the course based on age and experience. School-leavers in the Republic of Ireland should have a Leaving Certificate with pass grades in: � Five ordinary level subjects (including an O5 in English and Maths/Accountancy.) or � Two ordinary level and two higher level subjects (including an O5 in English and Maths/ Accountancy.) or � Applied Leaving Certificate applicants should contact the Student Services Team on 01 649 8180 for further information. School-leavers in Northern Ireland should have obtained one A-Level or two AS-Levels. Students should also have grades in English and at least one subject from Maths or Accountancy not lower than grade C at GCSE level. Prior Learning may provide an entry route for applicants who do not meet any of the above criteria. Those who have successfully completed a nationally recognised qualification such as a QQI award in the Republic of Ireland or QCA and BTEC National Diploma in Northern Ireland may be eligible to register. PAGE 24 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Registration If you would like to register as a new student, the easiest way is to register online at www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie/register The closing date for registration is October 26th, 2018. However, to ensure that you receive your Course Materials* in good time for class, it is advisable to register in the summer before classes start in September. If you register online, you can also avail of our stepped payment facility, which lets you spread your professional fees over three payments throughout the year – see Fees and Financial Assistance for further details. Should you need any further help, please feel free to contact us on 01 649 8180 or email register@accountingtechniciansireland.ie. We will be happy to guide you through the registration process and advise you on your nearest college and the course of study that is right for you. *Delivery of Course Materials commences on September 1, 2018 and will be free of charge until October 15, 2018. Getting Started Apply for If you have completed a relevant qualification in the last six years you may be eligible for some exemptions. You should apply for these first as exemptions Exemptions can’t be granted after you register. WHEN: Apply from early April until 1st October, 2018. Choose a You can study full-time or part-time. Once you decide on an option you should pick a college in your area from the list on Pages 36-37. study option WHEN: Decide this as soon as possible. Enrol with an You will need to enrol with your chosen college for tuition. Enrolment dates and procedures vary so you should contact your chosen college for further Approved information. Partner College WHEN: Contact the college from early 2018. Register with In addition to enrolling for tuition, you must register directly with Accounting Accounting Technicians Ireland. During the registration process you can accept any exemptions you have been offered, apply for exams and order your course materials. Technicians WHEN: Register from early April 2018. Ireland PAGE 25 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Fees and Financial Assistance
Fees All students pay professional fees to Accounting Technicians Ireland. Professional fees cover student registration, exam fees, course materials and other student supports. If you study directly with Accounting Technicians Ireland, you also pay tuition fees to ATI. This covers lectures, recorded lectures and additional support. If you are studying with a partner college, you pay tuition fees directly to them. First Year Professional Fees 1 Subject 2 Subjects 3 Subjects 4 Subjects Registration €170/£140 €170/£140 €170/£140 €170/£140 Exam Fee €75/£65 €150/£130 €225/£195 €300/£260 Course Material Fee €65/£55 €130/£110 €195/£165 €260/£220 Total €310/£260 €450/£380 €590/£500 €730/£620 Course textbooks will be delivered free of charge by courier up to October 15, 2018. After this date, a delivery charge of €12/£11 will apply to all orders. Stepped payments will be adjusted accordingly to incorporate this charge. Second Year Professional Fees 1 Subject 2 Subjects 3 Subjects Registration €85/£70 €85/£70 €85/£70 Exam Fee €75/£65 €150/£130 €225/£195 Course Material Fee €65/£55 €130/£110 €195/£165 Total €225/£190 €365/£310 €505/£430 Note: IAS Exam €120/£105 Course Material €65/£55 Typically a student progressing to Second Year and studying all four subjects will pay professional fees of €690/£590. In addition to these professional fees, students pay tuition fees to the colleges where they choose to study. PAGE 27 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Stepped Payments Accounting Technicians Ireland offers a stepped payment facility, thereby allowing students to spread the cost of their payments over three instalments during the course of the academic year. This facility is only available to students who register online before October 26, 2018 at www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie/register First Year Stepped Payments 1 Subject 2 Subjects 3 Subjects 4 Subjects At Registration €112.64 / £94.48 €163.50 / £138.08 €214.38 / £181.68 €265.24 / £225.28 30th November 2018 €103.33 / £86.66 €150 / £126.66 €196.66 / £166.66 €243.33 / £206.66 25th January 2019 €103.33 / £86.66 €150 / £126.66 €196.66 / £166.66 €243.33 / £206.66 Total €319.30 / £267.80 €463.50 / £391.40 €607.70 / £515.00 €751.90 / £638.60 * An administration fee of 3% applies. Second Year Stepped Payments 1 Subject 2 Subjects 3 Subjects Registration €81.75 / £69.04 €132.61 / £112.64 €183.49 / £156.24 30th November 2018 €75.00 / £63.33 €121.67 / £103.33 €168.33 / £114.33 25th January 2019 €75.00 / £63.33 €121.67 / £103.33 €168.33 / £143.33 Total €231.75 / £195.70 €375.95 / £319.30 €520.15 / £442.90 * An administration fee of 3% applies. NOTE: IAS Exam €120/£105 Course Material €65/£55 This can be added into the Steps. Exemption fees and tuition fees for Academy and the Online Programme are included during the registration process. Fees are applied when you input the exemption code and select your college option. Financial Assistance Financial education assistance is available for eligible students in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Republic of Ireland � Student Grants (full-time only) www.grantsonline.ie � Back to Education Allowance (BTEA). Enquires should be directed to your Local Social Welfare Office � Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS). Enquires should be directed to the Local Further Education College (ETB) � Fully funded programmes available at our Approved Partner Training Centres (ETB) � Funding may be available from employers � Accounting Technician Apprenticeship. Enquiries should be directed to Accounting Technicians Ireland. Northern Ireland � Student Grants are available from your local Student Finance NI Office www.studentfinanceni.co.uk � Funding may be available from employers � Higher Level Apprenticeship in Accountancy. Enquiries should be directed to your local Further Education College. If you have applied or been approved for funding of any type, please contact us directly in advance of registration on (01) 649 8180 for further information. PAGE 28 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Membership, Recruitment and Career Services
Our Community of Practice ATI is the leading professional body for Accounting Technicians in Ireland. Our internationally recognised qualification leads to exciting career opportunities in industry, practice and the public sector. When you start your studies with us, you become part of a 10,000-strong Accounting Technician Community of Practice on the island of Ireland, and beyond. Together with us, this professional network will support you and open up new doors throughout your career. There are many advantages to joining our Community of Practice, including: INDUSTRY RECOGNITION CPD TRAINING INDUSTRY PUBLICATIONS CAREER ADVICE DISTRICT SOCIETIES AFFINITY SCHEMES STUDY EXEMPTIONS ANNUAL CONFERENCE District Societies We have four District Societies on the island of Ireland, which support our Community of Practice by organising career-focused local events and training. These valuable sessions are both educational and fun. They provide unrivalled networking opportunities where you can mix with all levels of accounting technicians and make important career-enhancing connections. Annual Conference Our flagship Annual Conference is the must-attend event for accountancy professionals in Ireland. Open to all levels of membership, the Conference features fascinating sessions from industry thought leaders. For further information visit www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie or contact Phil McDonald, Manager, Member Services, on 01 649 8116 PAGE 30 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Membership Structure There are four levels to membership of Accounting Technicians Ireland. Members may use the professional designation MIATI. Fellows may use the professional designation FIATI. Fellows are highly experienced Members of Accounting Technicians Ireland, who are Fellow entitled to use the professional letters FIATI to differentiate their senior experience and expertise within the accounting profession. They also enjoy a range of benefits exclusive to Fellowship. (FIATI) Fellow membership is open to anyone who has been a Full Member of Accounting Technicians Ireland for eight continuous years and has at least five years’ experience in a senior accounting role. Invitations to apply for Fellow Membership are issued each year to all qualifying members. Full Membership of ATI allows you to join a professional accounting body that will assist and support your career development throughout your working life. The MIATI designation guarantees employers of your professional standing and ability. It Member tells them that you are a fully qualified Accounting Technician who has the ‘on-the-job’, practical skills they need. (MIATI) Membership applications are accepted three times a year, and Conferring Ceremonies take place in December in both Dublin and Belfast. This is an interim class of membership which allows you to maintain your links with ATI and receive support while you gain your practical Work Experience requirements. Affiliate As an affiliate member you can access a vast range of services including support in securing work experience, District society and networking events, CPD training and affinity Member and discount schemes. Work Experience Clinics are regularly scheduled throughout the year where students and affiliate members can access one-to-one advice on work experience requirements. Once you enrol in an ATI programme, you take the first step towards a rewarding new career, and become a Student Member. You’ll receive a monthly student eZine, Student Matters, with news and information on Student the Institute, its events and of course study supports. Member You’ll be invited to a selection of our events in your local District Society and get to meet your future peers in a relaxed setting.
Recruitment & Career Services Accounting Technicians Ireland’s Recruitment & Careers Services offer exclusive career advice and placement services to members and students of Accounting Technicians Ireland. Whether you’re looking for your first job in the field of accountancy, or have a wealth of experience and want a more senior position, help is at hand. This service is completely free and offers you: � Full-time, part-time, contract and permanent job opportunities � Advice on preparing your CV � Advice on preparing for your interview � Salary guidance Accounting Technicians are in Demand We have seen a significant and consistent increase in demand for qualified Accounting Technicians in recent years. Our Recruitment & Careers Services team work with a wide range of employers including large accountancy practices, SMEs and multinational operations. We place Accounting Technicians in roles with some of the most respected names in both Irish and multinational business. Our clients are looking for the skills associated with the Accounting Technicians qualification and feel confident that when employing an Accounting Technician they are getting a person who can hit the ground running. We are seeing demand in all sectors of the economy. Of particular interest is the demand from the SME Practice sector that was heavily affected in the downturn. Most have seen growth in their business and are feeling confident in employing staff once again. Salaries are also slowly edging up as demand for good applicants starts to outstrip supply. To find out more about Accounting Technicians Ireland Recruitment Services or apply for any of the latest job vacancies on offer, contact Recruitment Services on (01) 649 8126 or email info@accountingtechniciansrecruitment.ie PAGE 32 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
A well-established qualification recognised by employers for more than 30 years. Robert Cogill, Senior Recruitment Consultant, Accounting Technicians Ireland Recruitment & Career Services. Economic recovery The value of the qualification There are many factors behind the current shortages The Diploma for Accounting Technicians is a well- in this area. The long recession saw companies established qualification which has been recognised downsizing to a bare minimum so that when the by employers for more than 30 years. upturn came they had lost their skilled workers. You can only become qualified after gaining work In the recession, many skilled workers left Ireland experience over two years across the whole and though the economy has recovered, they have syllabus, and this reassures employers of your not come back. During the good times, companies skillset and competence. invested in their employees’ further development by supporting them through further education. It is the only Accounting Technician qualification that This stopped in the recession creating a vacuum of is recognised across the whole of Ireland meaning upcoming skilled staff. that our graduates are trained for both the Irish and UK markets. Accounting Technicians’ earning power is also on the up - salaries were suppressed during the recession but now that the economy has recovered along with high demand, Accounting Technicians are We provide life-long experiencing a significant increase in their earning potential. career support and we This phenomenon is also generating more are seen as a leading opportunities for new Accounting Technician voice in the industry. graduates, who will end up filling the gap left by experienced Accounting Technicians who have left for a better remuneration package. Qualified Accounting Technicians are better equipped to do the job as required by the business. Start-ups There has also been a surge of new start-up Those who wish to go on to become fully companies, which require the services of accounting qualified accountants can do so through Chartered technicians. Many of the Accounting Technicians Accountants Ireland and all of the other professional roles are in areas of commercial accounting, accountancy bodies in Ireland, which offer many financial planning and analytics. exemptions from their exams. This is a buoyant sector and there is a significant The Community of Practice uplift in recruitment with a high level of competition Our graduates can keep their skills fresh through a for experienced qualified and newly graduated recently re-vamped CPD programme. We provide professionals on a wide basis across accountancy life-long information and support, and are seen as a practices, multinationals, SMEs and start-ups. leading voice in the industry. PAGE 33 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
Progression to Further Study Many of our graduates use their Accounting Technicians Ireland qualification as a stepping stone into higher-level professional accounting, taxation or degree programmes. Our graduates enjoy significant exemptions from programmes offered by all of the main professional accountancy bodies, including our partner body, Chartered Accountants Ireland. Chartered Accountants Ireland Chartered Accountants Ireland is a professional accountancy body representing more than 26,000 members around the world. Many of our students progress to Chartered Accountants Ireland, where they are offered three exemptions from CAP 1 (Chartered Accountants Proficiency 1). Other Professional Bodies Our graduates also enjoy generous exemptions from programmes offered by the following professional bodies, as they work to become a fully qualified accountant: � Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) � Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) � Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland (CPA) � Institute of Incorporated Public Accountants (IIPA) � Institute of Financial Accountants (IFA) � Association of Tax Technicians (ATT) Learn more about these options on our website at www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie Higher Education Students who complete our Second Year programme may transfer to the penultimate or final years of Bachelor’s Degrees in Business, Accounting and Finance in the following higher education institutions: � Athlone Institute of Technology � Institute of Public Administration � Cork Institute of Technology � Institute of Technology Tallaght � Dublin Business School � Swansea Metropolitan University � Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology � Waterford IT PAGE 34 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
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Northern Ireland Colleges Republic of Ireland Colleges ANTRIM CAVAN Northern Regional College Southern Regional College Cavan Institute Blackrock Further Education Institute Full & Part-time Part-time & Apprenticeship Full-time (BFEI) Ballymena Campus Newry Campus, Model Building, Cathedral Road, Cavan Full & Part-time Trostan Avenue, Ballymena, Catherine Street, Newry, Coordinator: Adrian Delaney Main Street, Blackrock, Co. Dublin Co. Antrim, BT43 7BN. Co. Down, BT34 6JG Tel: 049 433 2633 Coordinators: Ed Jennings (F/T); Paddy Coordinators: Claire Lowry Coordinator: Barbara Mills www.cavaninstitute.ie Condon (P/T) Tel: 028 2565 2871 Tel: 028 3026 1071 office@bfei.ie www.nrc.ac.uk www.src.ac.uk CLARE www.bfei.ie Ennis Community College Northern Regional College FERMANAGH Full-time Blanchardstown Institute of Technology Part-time Southwest College Harmony Row, Ennis, Co. Clare Part-time Newtownabbey Campus Part-time Coordinator: Marie O’Callaghan Blanchardstown Road North, 400 Shore Road, Newtownabbey, Enniskillen Campus, Dublin Road, Tel: 065 682 9432 Dublin 15 Co. Antrim, BT37 9RS Enniskillen, www.enniscommunitycollege.com Coordinator: Siobhan Killion Coordinator: Co. Fermanagh, BT74 6AE. Tel: 01 885 1000 Jeffrey Lawson Coordinator: Rhoda Farrelly CORK www.itb.ie Tel: 028 9085 5000 Tel: 028 6632 2431 College of Commerce www.nrc.ac.uk www.swc.ac.uk Full & Part-time and Apprenticeship Colaiste Ide Morrison’s Island, Cork Full & Part-time and Apprenticeship ARMAGH DERRY / LONDONDERRY Coordinators: Nick O’Callaghan (F/T); Cardiffsbridge Road, Finglas West, Southern Regional College North West Regional College Ann Corcoran (P/T) Dublin 11 Part-time Part-time & Apprenticeship Tel: 021 422 2100 Coordinator: Edel Bourke Portadown Campus, Londonderry Campus www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie Tel: 01 834 2333 36 Lurgan Road, Portadown, Strand Road, Londonderry, www.colaisteide.ie Co. Armagh, BT63 5BL BT48 7AL Cork Institute of Technology Coordinator: Julie-Ann Stevenson Coordinator: Liz Doherty Part-time Crumlin College of Further Education Tel: 028 3839 7777 Tel: 028 7127 6000 Rossa Avenue, Bishopstown, Full & Part-time www.src.ac.uk www.nwrc.ac.uk Co. Cork Crumlin Road, Dublin 12 Coordinator: Annemarie Twomey Coordinators: Mikie Smyth (F/T); Cathy BELFAST Northern Regional College Tel: 021 432 6100 O’Neill (P/T) Belfast Metropolitan College Part-time www.cit.ie Tel: 01 454 0662 Part-time & Apprenticeship Coleraine Campus www.crumlincollege.ie 7 Queens Road, Belfast, BT3 9DT Union Street, Coleraine, Mallow College of Further Education Coordinator: Leonie Power Co. Londonderry, BT52 1QA Full & Part-time Griffith College Dublin Tel: 028 9026 5121 Coordinator: Anne McCallum Annabella, Mallow, Co. Cork Part-time www.belfastmet.ac.uk Tel: 028 7035 4717 Coordinator: Rachel Hogan & South Circular Road, Dublin 8 www.nrc.ac.uk Catherine Mc Carthy Coordinator: Ann Donegan DOWN Tel: 022 433 09 Tel: 01 415 0473 South Eastern Regional College Northern Regional College www.mallowcollege.ie www.gcd.ie (Part-time) Part-time Bangor Campus Magherafelt Campus DONEGAL Institute of Technology Tallaght Castle Park Road, Bangor, 22 Moneymore Road, Magherafelt, Donegal ETB Part-time Co. Down, BT20 4TD. Co. Londonderry, BT45 6AE Full-time Tallaght, Dublin 24 Coordinator: Suzan Donnelly Coordinator: Alyson Scott Ballyraine, Coordinator: Patricia Morris Tel: 028 9127 6600 Tel: 028 7963 2462 Letterkenny, Tel: 01 404 2000 www.serc.ac.uk www.nrc.ac.uk Co. Donegal www.it-tallaght.ie Coordinator: Rory Rushe South Eastern Regional College TYRONE Tel: 074 912 0591 Plunket College Part-time & Apprenticeship Southwest College www.donegaletb.ie Full & Part-time Lisburn Campus Part-time Swords Road, Whitehall, Dublin 9 39 Castle Street, Lisburn, Dungannon Campus DUBLIN Coordinators: Elaine O’Sullivan (F/T); Co. Down, BT27 4SU Circular Road, Dungannon, Accounting Technicians Academy Enda Marren (P/T) Coordinator: Sandra Roleston Co. Tyrone, BT71 6BQ Part-time Tel: 01 837 1689 Tel: 028 9267 7225 Coordinator: Paul Gallagher 47-49 Pearse Street, www.plunketcollege.ie www.serc.ac.uk Tel: 028 8772 2323 Dublin 2 www.swc.ac.uk Coordinator: Leda Egri Rathmines College of Further Education Tel: 01 649 8180 Full Time & Apprenticeship Southwest College www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie Town Hall, Rathmines, Dublin 6 Part-time & Apprenticeship Coordinators: Kieran Alcock Omagh Campus Ballyfermot College of Tel: 01 497 5334 2 Mountjoy Road, Omagh, Further Education www.rathminescollege.ie Co. Tyrone, BT79 7AH Part-time Coordinator: Mandy Milligan Ballyfermot Road, Tel: 028 8224 5433 Ballyfermot, Dublin 10 www.swc.ac.uk Coordinator: Caroline McKenna Tel: 01 626 9421 www.bcfe.ie PAGE 36 | STUDENT PROSPECTUS
GALWAY LOUTH WATERFORD Galway/Mayo Institute of Technology Dundalk Institute of Technology Colaiste Chathail Naofa Part-time Part-time Full-time Dublin Road, Galway Lifelong Learning Centre Youghal Road, Dungarvan, Training Centres Coordinator: Shane Durcan Dublin Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth. Co. Waterford Tel: 091 753 161 Coordinator: Carmel Leech Coordinator: Muireann Fitzgerald Our programme is also www.gmit.ie Tel: 042 937 0290 Tel: 058 411 84 www.learn.ie www.ccndungarvan.com delivered in the Republic KILDARE Cenit College MAYO Waterford College of Further Education of Ireland free of charge Part-time Further Education Centre Part Time & Apprenticeship Monread Shopping Centre, Full & Part-time Parnell Street, Waterford. for job seekers through Naas, Co. Kildare Cathedral Road, Ballina, Coordinator: Philip Deegan training centres. For full Coordinator: Colm Foley Co. Mayo Tel: 051 874 053 Tel: 01 901 2014 Coordinator: Michael McIntyre www.wcfe.ie details contact your local www.clanecollege.com Tel: 096 712 37 www.mayovec.ie WESTMEATH Employment Service Office Piper’s Hill College Mullingar Community College Part-time Davitt College Part-time or Training Centres or go Killashee, Naas, Co. Kildare Part-time Millmount Road, Mullingar, Coordinator: Siobhan Dalton (Mayo Adult Education Centre) Co. Westmeath to www.fetchcourses.ie Tel: 045 897 885 Springfield, Castlebar, Co. Mayo Coordinator: Martina Whyte www.phcol.ie Coordinator: Aidan Brogan Tel: 044 934 0786 for a complete listing of Tel: 094 902 3060 www.mullingarcc.ie Oiliuna www.davittcollege.com colleges or training centres Full-time WEXFORD Unit J2 Maynooth Business Campus, MEATH Gorey Community School providing the programme in Maynooth, Co. Kildare Beaufort College Part-time Coordinator: Patricia Murphy Part-time Esmonde Street, Gorey, your area. Tel: 01 651 0360 Trim Road, Navan, Co. Meath Co. Wexford. www.oiliuna.ie Coordinator: Aileen Moran Coordinator: Tena Sheil Tel: 046 902 8915 Tel: 053 942 1167 Leixlip Further Education & Training Centre. www.beaufortcollege.ie www.goreyadulted.ie ............................................ Full-time 2nd Floor, Riverforest Shopping Centre. MONAGHAN CTEC (Community Training & Education Leixlip, Co. Kildare Monaghan Institute Centre) Coordinator: Fiona O’Sullivan Apprenticeship Part-time ATI Online Tel: 01 624 6420 Armagh Road, Monaghan Town, 2nd Floor, Norse Gate House, www.kildarewicklow.etb.ie Co Monaghan St Peter’s Square, Co. Wexford. Online study offers 24/7 Programme Director: Coordinator: Patrcia Howlin KILKENNY Rynagh McNally Tel: 053 912 1036 accessibility and improved Ormonde College Tel: 047 849 00 www.ctecwexford.ie Part-time www.monaghaninstitute.ie convenience where you Ormonde College, Ormonde Road, WICKLOW Kilkenny. SLIGO Bray Institute of Further Education can carry out learning Coordinator: Fiona Power CMD Group Full, Part Time & Apprenticeship Tel: 056 776 3321 Part-time Novara Avenue, Bray, at a time that suits you. www.ormondecollege.ie The Gateway Building, Co. Wicklow North West Business Park, Coordinators: Shirley Brooks (F/T); This 26-week programme LAOIS Collooney, Co. Sligo. Ruadhan Duggan (P/T) Portarlington Adult Education Centre Coordinator:Denise Gilmartin Tel: 01 282 9668 features the opportunity Full-time Tel: 071 913 0742 www.bife.ie Bracklone Street, Portarlington, www.cmd.ie to gain a professional Co. Laois. qualification from home. Coordinator: Margaret Morrin Tel: 057 862 3161 Students are assigned an www.portarlingtonaec.ie online tutor and provided LIMERICK Limerick College of Further Education course materials and a vast Full & Part-time Mulgrave Street, Limerick range of online learning Coordinators: Norah Barron (F/T); Arlene Douglas (P/T) resources. Tel: 061 414 344 www.lcfe.ie For further information see Page 16. ............................................ STUDENT PAGEPROSPECTUS 37 | STUDENT | PAGE PROSPECTUS 37
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