Upper Intermediate Level - National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting

Entrance Criteria

• Grade 12 (Metric) or equivalent - with Accountancy as a subject
• Learners must be at least 16 years of age
• Successful completion of the previous learning areas (1-6) (has successfully completed the Junior and the Senior Bookkeeping Qualification) OR be a qualified Certified Senior Bookkeeper
• The ability to read and write in English
• Exam fees are not included in your course fees

During your studies you will learn:

• Ability to operate with management in an accounting environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of bookkeeping, financial accounting, management accounting, cost accounting, personal and business taxation, business law and accounting control.
• Thorough knowledge of personal and business taxation and of the Income Tax Act, the calculation of taxable income for both individuals and businesses, the skills for the completion of Income Tax returns as well as the ability to provide advice to clients and be current on South African Income Tax calculation and collection.
• Working knowledge of business law and accounting control (the audit function), including basic contract and insurance law, insolvency law, internal and computer auditing.
• Certified Tax Technician (CTT) status as a member of the South African Institute of Tax Practitioners with a tax practitioner's number allowing him/her to complete monthly and annual SARS returns on behalf of a client.

What careers will I be able to apply for once I complete this qualification?

• Accounting Technician
• Tax Technician

Registration Requirements:

• Grade 10 (Std 8) or equivalent.
• No prior accounting knowledge needed.
• You must be at least 16 years of age.