Accounting Technicians Ireland: Professional Qualification

Year 1: Certificate for Accounting Technicians and Year 2: Diploma for Accounting Technicians

Programme Aim

Portarlington Further Education and Training Centre is an approved Partner of Accounting Technicians Ireland and also a Sage Certified Training Centre. Accounting Technicians Ireland awards the following two nationally and internationally recognised qualifications. 

 

The Certificate for Accounting Technicians will help you to gain a professional qualification that will give you the important digital skills to work in this rapidly expanding sector.

  • Taxation
  • Business Management
  • Financial Accounting
  • Business Law

Diploma for the Accounting Technicians Year 2 or Certificate in Business QQI Level 6M4985

On this course you will gain increased earning power, opportunity, mobility and in-demand financial skills with this island-wide, industry-recognised qualification for Accounting Technicians. You will get opportunities to continue further studies with exemptions in professional accountancy or to Degree.

  • Advanced Taxation
  • Advanced Financial Accounting
  • Management Accounting
  • Financial Data Management

  • Progression to third level – Business/Accounting Degree, Professional Accounting Bodies including CPA, ACCA and ACA.

  • Employment – Accounting Practice, Administration in Industry, Accounting in Industry, Public Service position.

Check out https://www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie/ 

Course Duration

Frequency: 5 days a week, over 1 year – Monday to Friday (includes 2 days works placement).

Course Dates:    

September 2025 – June 2026.                     

Facilities

  • Study Room, Free Parking, Disabled Parking & Student Lounge.

Centre Opening Times

Monday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
* Bank Holidays and Public Holidays – Closed

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Testimonials

“I am thrilled to offer my heartfelt testimonial for the Accounting Technician Diploma course at Portarlington Further Education and Training Centre. This course not only provided me with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles but also instilled a profound appreciation for the practical application of these skills in the real world. The course tutors, with their wealth of knowledge and unwavering commitment to their students success, played an instrumental role in shaping my academic journey. Their dedication to fostering a dynamic learning environment, coupled with their willingness to go above and beyond to assist students, made the course not just educational but truly inspiring. Thanks to their guidance, I not only achieved academic excellence but also gained the confidence and competence needed to excel in my accounting career. Soon after finishing my second year exams, I started my new role as an Accounting & Payroll Administrator in a thriving business close to my home. I am sincerely grateful to Portarlington Further Education and Training Centre and its outstanding management, tutors and staff for this invaluable experience".
Majella Leighton (Student)