Level 4 Accounting Apprenticeships
Our Level 4 accounting and tax apprenticeships provide a strong foundation in finance and the practical expertise to thrive in future roles and further study. Gain a professional qualification certificate or diploma level AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or ATT, via an apprenticeship route.
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Apprenticeship overview
BPP’s Level 4 Professional Accounting or Taxation Technician Apprenticeship will help you learn how to apply your role within a business framework, understand the systems and processes used, as well as standard accounting and tax practices.
This course provides fundamental financial skills that can lead to a wide variety of roles, so is an excellent way to explore accounting and tax as a career.
A range of professional accountancy body options are available on the programme, so apprentices can work through official study papers alongside an apprenticeship to earn a recognised qualification.
Who is this programme for?
Our courses are for anyone looking to explore both accounting and tax as a career.
The Level 4 Accounting Apprenticeship would suit roles such as:
Assistant Auditor
Assistant Management Accountant
Assistant Financial Accountant
Personal Tax Assistant
Business Tax Assistant
Where will the programme take you?
After completion, you can apply for membership to the relevant professional body, build a thriving career in a range of relevant job roles, and progress to our Accountancy or Taxation Professional Level 7 Apprenticeship to become a fully qualified Accountant.
Who’s eligible?
Eligibility is set by individual employers, but typically includes:
Grade C or above in at least 5 GCSEs, including English and Mathematics
ORSignificant work experience
To apply for Level 4 AAT, we strongly advise that you complete the Level 3 AAT qualification or apprenticeship first.
All apprentices must be employed in a role relevant to the programme to be eligible to apply.
Apprenticeship information
- Duration
- 18 to 24 months
- Start Dates
- Regular start dates
- Application deadline
- 6 weeks before start date
- Study modes
- Face-to-face, online
- Cost
- 95% government funded for non-levy payers.£8,000levy fundedFree for Learners
- Apprenticeship standard
- Professional Accounting or Taxation Technician
Pathways available
Choose your route based on the professional qualification you want to achieve.
AAT Level 4 Accounting Apprenticeship
The AAT Level 4 Accountancy Apprenticeship offers comprehensive training in tax compliance, advisory services, and business skills. Apprentices gain practical experience alongside theoretical knowledge, preparing them for roles as tax professionals within various industries.
AAT pathway information
- Duration
- 18 months
- Start Dates
- Regular start dates
- Application deadline
- 6 weeks before start date
- Study modes
- Face-to-face, online
- Cost
- 95% government funded for non-levy payers£8,000levy fundedFree for Learners
- Apprenticeship standard
- Professional Accounting and Taxation Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship, plus professional qualification
ACCA Level 4 Accounting Apprenticeship
The ACCA Level 4 Accountancy Apprenticeship provides comprehensive training in financial management, taxation, audit, and business law. It equips apprentices with essential accounting skills, preparing them for roles in finance, auditing, and taxation within various industries.
ACCA pathway information
- Duration
- 18 months
- Start Dates
- Regular start dates
- Application deadline
- 6 weeks before start date
- Study modes
- Online
- Cost
- 95% government funded for non-levy payers.£8,000levy fundedFree for Learners
- Apprenticeship standard
- Professional Accounting and Taxation Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship, plus professional qualification
CIMA Level 4 Accounting Apprenticeship
The CIMA Level 4 Accountancy Apprenticeship provides comprehensive training in financial and management accounting, equipping apprentices with the skills needed for entry-level accounting roles. It combines academic study with practical work experience to develop competent accounting professionals.
CIMA pathway information
- Duration
- 18 months
- Start Dates
- Regular start dates
- Application deadline
- 6 weeks before start date
- Study modes
- Online
- Cost
- 95% government funded for non-levy payers.£8,000levy fundedFree for Learners
- Apprenticeship standard
- Professional Accounting and Taxation Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship, plus professional qualification
ICAEW Level 4 Accounting Apprenticeship
The ICAEW Level 4 Accountancy Apprenticeship equips individuals with fundamental accounting skills and knowledge. It blends practical experience with theoretical learning, covering topics such as financial accounting, taxation, audit, and business finance, preparing apprentices for professional roles in accounting.
ICAEW pathway information
- Duration
- 18 months
- Start Dates
- Regular start dates
- Application deadline
- 6 weeks before start date
- Study modes
- Face-to-face, online
- Cost
- 95% government funded for non-levy payers.£8,000levy fundedFree for Learners
- Apprenticeship standard
- Professional Accounting and Taxation Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship, plus professional qualification
ATT Level 4 Apprenticeship
The ATT Level 4 Apprenticeship equips individuals with personal and business taxation knowledge, with the option to specialise in one further area of taxation. Apprentices gain practical experience alongside theoretical knowledge, preparing them for a role as a tax technician.
ATT pathway information
- Duration
- 20 months
- Start Dates
- Regular start dates
- Application deadline
- 6 weeks before start date
- Study modes
- Online
- Cost
- 95% government funded for non-levy payers.£8,000levy fundedFree for Learners
- Apprenticeship standard
- Professional Accounting and Taxation Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship, plus professional qualification
Choose the UK's leading apprenticeship provider
I am extremely proud that Mazars ranked 6th in the top 100 Apprenticeship Employers. Our ongoing partnership with BPP has given us an advantage in the delivery and continued success of our apprenticeship programmes, enabling our employees to have thriving careers because of their on the job learning experience.
Miranda SmithHead of Leadership and Executive Development Mazars
Apprenticeship questions answered
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The Level 4 Accounting Apprenticeship courses are considered equivalent to completing the first year of a relevant degree.