Shipley College Full-time Prospectus 2022-23

ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT
LEVEL 2 APPRENTICESHIP
Course length: 15 months / Code: 3382
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR
LEVEL 3 APPRENTICESHIP
Course length: Up to 18 months / Code: 3095
Entry requirements
> Secure an Accountancy apprenticeship vacancy.
> You will need to attend an interview.
> Grades requirements will be set by the employer,
but typically include 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above,
including grade 4 or above in English & maths.
> You must pass an initial assessment in English &
maths.
About the apprenticeship
An Accounts Assistant is an integral part of the team
responsible for maintaining efficient and accurate
finances within a business. With responsibility for
assisting the accounts team with junior duties;
depending on the team structure and size of
business your tasks may vary and could include
basic bookkeeping activities, working with sales &
purchase ledgers, running calculations to ensure
correct records & payments, as well as the recording
of cash & data entry.
During the apprenticeship you will be required
to pass the AAT level 2 Foundation Certificate in
Accounting. In order to achieve this apprenticeship,
you will need to show that you have the knowledge
and technique appropriate to this role.
Entry requirements
> Secure a Business Administration apprenticeship
vacancy.
> You will need to attend an interview.
> Grade requirements will be set by the employer,
but typically include 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above
(plus a grade 3 or above in English and maths).
> You must pass an initial assessment in English &
maths.
About the apprenticeship
As a Business Administrator apprentice, you will
develop a transferable set of skills and techniques
that can be applied in all sectors.
You will learn about small and large businesses
across the public, private and charitable sectors. Your
apprenticeship could involve working independently
or as part of a team to develop, implement, maintain
and improve administrative services. This will
support your progression towards a management
role.
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