The Accounting Technician Apprenticeship is a two-year, work-based learning programme that offers a direct pathway to a career in accounting.
Apprentices earn while they learn, gaining practical experience with an employer while studying towards a recognised qualification.
You will earn a minimum of €26,325 a year with your employer, enjoy a fully funded college programme, and emerge with a Level 6 qualification, and a range of exciting career opportunities ahead of you.
Our next intake for the Accounting Technician Apprenticeship programme is January 2026, when employers will seek at least 60 new apprentices to work in renowned global accountancy consultancies, large businesses and SMEs, and state bodies and agencies.
Each of them is experienced in mentoring our apprentices and guiding them towards future success.
Please note that for the January 2026 intake, tuition is delivered online, by the ATI Academy and by Cork College of Further Education.
Online applications open at the end of October 2025. Write to us and register your interest, and we’ll provide you with further information ahead of your application.
In this fully-funded programme, study with a local partner college whilst gaining significant experience working with an employer and earning a salary of at least €26,325 per year.
Apprentices graduate with an industry-recognised Level 6 QQI Advanced Certificate in Accounting, and tuition is funded by SOLAS.
Graduates can join our professional membership network and use the designatory letters MIATI.
This is a full-time, two-year programme which requires the apprentice to attend college onsite one day per week (off-the-job training), and work with a local employer (on-the-job training) on the other four days during term time.
Outside of term time, the apprentice will work on a full-time basis. The programme consists of four modules delivered each year, in addition to four work-based tasks, which contribute to the end-of-year module grade.
Updated every year with the newest legislative and taxation changes, our syllabus equips you with employable business skills, and a strong technical knowledge of finance and accountancy practice.
Everything you learn will support and inform your work with your employer, providing you with the opportunity to apply newly gained knowledge and skills on a daily basis.
NOTE: For the January 2026 intake, tuition is delivered online, by Cork College of Further Education and ATI Online.
For September intakes, you can pursue the Accounting Technician Apprenticeship in the following Partner Colleges, as well as directly with ATI:
Carlow:
Carlow Institute of Further Education and Training
Cork:
Cork College of Further Education and Training
Dublin:
Blackrock Further Education Institute
Coláiste Íde College of Further Education
Rathmines College of Further Education
Galway:
Galway Technical Institute
Limerick:
Limerick College of Further Education
Mayo:
Mayo College of Further Education and Training
Meath:
Dunboyne College of Further Education
Monaghan:
Monaghan Institute
Waterford:
Waterford College of Further Education
A minimum of 300 CAO points (or equivalent) with a pass grade in English, and Maths or Accounting.
If you sat the Leaving Certificate more than 5 years ago, you should have a minimum of 300 CAO points (or equivalent) with a D3 in Ordinary Level and Maths or Accounting.
If you do not have a pass in Leaving Certificate English or equivalent, then you must be able to supply evidence of competency in written and spoken English.
PLC students or other previous qualification holders are eligible to apply if the qualification is in a different discipline and is an NFQ Level 5 or above.
Applicants should have a flair for accounting and be able to commit to completing the programme syllabus while working in full-time employment over the two years.
Induction:
Pre-course commencement and hosted by the ATI Apprenticeship Team. You will be welcomed into the ATI student community and brought through the programme information.Tuition:
Commencing January 2026, attend lectures online during the academic year.College mentor:
Receive support from your dedicated college mentor who will guide your professional learning and growth.Student Forums:
These quarterly forums invite designated class representatives to present feedback on behalf of apprenticeship students.
All course fees are fully funded through SOLAS.
The cost of repeat exams/tuition is not covered as part of the funding.
January 2026
Access to a computer with reliable internet connection, webcam and a microphone is a requirement for the exams.
Find out more about our qualifications, flexible study options, career opportunities in finance and how to take your next steps.
Grow your business with an Accounting Technician.
Graduates gain an internationally-recognised Certificate or Diploma
Our ATI Online programme provides complete flexibility and accessibility.
Apprenticeship programme participants enjoy free tuition.
All ATI Members have access to a Community of Practice and life-long learning opportunities.
Take the next step in your career – become an Accounting Technician.
Gain a life-long advocate for your organisation.
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