| Course Name |
Accounting Technicians |
| Course Provider |
Cork College of Commerce |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
99078 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Cork City |
| Course Content |
Introduction
This course will allow participants to gain an accounting qualification that is recognised both nationally and internationally. This is a two year course.
Students will participate in
• Professional guest lectures
• Selected students have the opportunity to participate in the Pitstop and Frontrunner Leadership Programmes from Common Purpose
• Training in Excel Spreadsheets and Sage Accounts Software |
| Duration |
2 years |
| Comment |
Certification
Certificate for Accounting Technicians (after Year 1)
Diploma for Accounting Technicians (after Year 2) plus two years of relevant work
QQI Component Certification |
| Alternative Entry |
Expand+International Students
The Cork College of Commerce welcomes applicants from all parts of the world. We value the cultural diversity and richness that international students bring to the College.Non-EU students must comply with Irish Immigration re...
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The Cork College of Commerce welcomes applicants from all parts of the world. We value the cultural diversity and richness that international students bring to the College.Non-EU students must comply with Irish Immigration requirements. A visa from the Immigration Section of the Department of Justice and Equality must be secured, prior to acceptance.
*Note for International Students - if English is not your first language you must complete a compulsory English Language Assessment, this will be held on the following dates Tuesday July 11th 2017 and August 22nd 2017. The College Admissions Office will assign to you the date of your English Language Assessment. Please refer to the college website www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie under the link International Students 2017 to read the requirements and exemptions for International Applicants.Non-EU students will be required to pay a tuition fee, determined by the Department of Education and Skills. For further details please contact the College.
Further Enquiries: Ms. Susan Holland O’Leary (Disability Support Officer) Tel: (021) 4223 828E-mail: sholland@ccoc.ie
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| Course Fee |
Expand+Approximately €1200 per year for both years, these costs include IATI registration and examination fees. (Medical card holders exempt from €200)
These services include the supply of certain classroom and study materials, field trips, industrial si...
Hide-Approximately €1200 per year for both years, these costs include IATI registration and examination fees. (Medical card holders exempt from €200)
These services include the supply of certain classroom and study materials, field trips, industrial site visits, facilitating the visits of guest lecturers, the provision of extra training (examples include manual handling, patient handling, conflict resolution and leadership courses), free IT and printing supports for students, the availability of many leisure and recreational pursuits and the ongoing support of College teams and societies.
Exemptions:
There are no exemptions from this charge; however a student whose VTOS place has been confirmed will be refunded the charge.
€200
Department of Education and Skills (DES) Programme Participant Contribution
Since Budget 2010 the DES has stipulated that all participants on Further Education (FE) courses are required to pay €200 to secure their place on their chosen course.
Exemptions:
All students who are holders of a medical card or a dependant of a medical card holder, receive VTOS or BTEA are exempt from paying this charge. Students who successfully apply for and receive a student maintenance grant will be refunded this charge.
€50/€80 Examination Fees: Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI).
Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is an internationally recognised educational accrediting body. The vast majority of courses in the college are awarded by QQI. The QQI examination fees for the coming academic year are €50 for a level 5 qualification and €80 for a level 6 qualification.
This fee is paid at registration at the beginning of the year. The remaining courses offered by the College are certified by other accrediting bodies and have their own exam fees. They may differ slightly from year to year due to sterling exchange rates. Course costs on each course page include these fees.
Other Costs
Some courses incur an extra cost which is related to kits, uniforms, manuals etc.
Exemptions: All students who receive VTOS are exempt from paying examination fees; students who are holders of a Medical Card or a dependant of a Medical Card holder are exempt from paying QQI examination fees only.
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| Financial Support |
Maintenance Grant Scheme
The Department of Education and Skills provides a means-tested maintenance grant for learners attending full-time Further Education courses. Information regarding eligibility and application details is available at www.susi.ie |
| Application Date |
Expand+Enrolment Procedure – 4 Step Process
Step 1: Complete the application form
The application form can be completed online at www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie. When you apply online you will receive a personal account and ID, this will enable you to vi...
Hide-Enrolment Procedure – 4 Step Process
Step 1: Complete the application form
The application form can be completed online at www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie. When you apply online you will receive a personal account and ID, this will enable you to view all college correspondence in relation to your application.
(Applicants can complete the application on-line in the college if required)
*For students whose first language in not English, please refer to the International Students section of this prospectus with regard to compulsory English Language Assessment.
Step 2: Attend for Interview
Applicants will be invited for interview at the college. Interviews are held a number of times per year from Springtime through to course commencement. The interview simply acts to match the applicant against the course in terms of suitability, commitment and expectation.
Step 3: Accept Place on Course
Successful applicants will be notified of the offer of a place on a college course by post and by e-mail. Applicants must secure this place by paying the relevant Course Fee before a set date. Failure to do so may result in the place being offered to another applicant.
Step 4: Registration and Induction
When students are offered a place on a course the notification will also contain information regarding dates for registration and induction. All students must attend the college on these
designated dates.
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Subjects Taught |
Course Content Year 1
Financial Accounting IAT101
Taxation IAT102
Law & Ethics IAT104
Business Management IAT103
Spreadsheets QQI5N1977
Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised (with Sage) QQI 5N1354
Course Content Year 2
Advanced Financial Accounting IAT109
Advanced Taxation IAT106
Integrated Accounting Systems (with Sage) IAT 107
Management Accounting IAT 108
Work Placement / Experience
Students will undertake a 3 week work placement before the commencement of their second year. |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+School leavers must have a Leaving Certificate with either:
• At least five O5 grades in 5 Ordinary level subjects (including English and either Mathematics or Accounting),
or
• At least two H6 grades in Higher Level subjects and two O5 grades ...
Hide-School leavers must have a Leaving Certificate with either:
• At least five O5 grades in 5 Ordinary level subjects (including English and either Mathematics or Accounting),
or
• At least two H6 grades in Higher Level subjects and two O5 grades in Ordinary level subjects (to include English and either Mathematics or Accounting at either level).
For mature applicants who have reached 21 years of age (by 1st January of the year in which they wish to commence the course), experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Education Progression Opportunities
Excellent progression opportunities to Higher Education colleges. Special arrangements in place with CIT (CCPS) and Tralee IT for preferential entry for College of Commerce students.
Career Opportunities
Ac...
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Excellent progression opportunities to Higher Education colleges. Special arrangements in place with CIT (CCPS) and Tralee IT for preferential entry for College of Commerce students.
Career Opportunities
Accounting Technicians can perform a wide range of finance roles in industry ranging from accounts assistant roles up to financial controller roles. They also can work in an accounting practice in auditing or taxation roles ranging from junior assistant up to manager levels. Exemptions may be available from examinations of some of the professional accountancy bodies.
All students can access the Jobs Advice Hub (see pg. 85). Graduates can subscribe to ‘CCOC college jobs register’ and CCOC LinkedIn alumni for up to date vacancies and networking.
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| Further Enquiries |
For further information email:
accounting@ccoc.ie (021) 4223807 |