The Distance Learning Course

Each lesson begins with a set of clearly stated objectives and an explanation of its place in the overall programme of study.

Effective learning is encouraged through frequent activities and self-assessment questions.

There are three tutor-marked assignments and a practice exam paper.

Key Topics

• The Business World
• Office Equipment
• Managing Information
• Business Communication
• Health and Safety
• Working with People

The Syllabus

This distance learning module has been written to match the Paper 2 (Foundation) syllabus set by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. This is the equivalent of NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) level 2 and it is recognised throughout the worlds of business and industry as a required professional standard.

Assessment is by one multiple choice examination paper.

Special Requirements

No previous study of accounting is required for this course although any experience of maintaining accounts or working in an accounts department would be helpful.

Coursework

To become an ACCA Accounting Technician, you must pass the examinations and either achieve a Level 4 NVQ in Accounting (this is called ‘the NVQ route’) or meet ACCA’s practical experience requirements (‘Practical Experience route’).