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- TH1EC14Z25

Campus Sighthill Campus

Qualification No Qualification

Study mode Full time

Start date Aug 2025

Course overview
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Course overview

This course is designed to allow progression to Level 6 Accounts and Finance in January 2026 and then progress to either HNC Next Generation Accounting or HNC Financial Services from August 2026.

There has been significant growth within the finance and accounting sector, and the source. You will be introduced to the different sectors within finance and accounts and the career opportunities available. You will develop affective communication skills and learn how to build positive relationships in a professional environment.

The award aims to

Enable candidates to determine if they have an aptitude and interest in accounting
Prepare candidates for entry into higher-level accounting qualifications, particularly HNC Accounting
Prepare candidates for entry into other Finance and Accounting qualifications provided by professional bodies such as AAT
Provide candidates with specific accounting-related knowledge and practical skills that are useful to employers
Respond to market demand for relevant skills development and qualifications at a non-advanced level in accounting

What you will learn

Introduction to Business Finance
Basic book-keeping
Accounting Terminology
Introduction to accounts
Financial Services: Risk
Financial Services: Professional Skills
Financial Services: Business Culture

These are just some of the subjects you will cover on your course.

Placement information

Introduction to Business Finance
Basic book-keeping
Accounting Terminology
Introduction to accounts
Financial Services: Risk
Financial Services: Professional Skills
Financial Services: Business Culture

These are just some of the subjects you will cover on your course.

Study Options

Campus	Study mode	Start date
Sighthill Campus	Full time	25/08/25

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