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Practical accounting training with industry mentorship

Accounting training in Sage 50, Excel and Xero, with tutor support and supervised practical exercises delivered by an industry mentor.

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Programme overview

The Accounting Career Programme provides structured training in Sage 50, Microsoft Excel and Xero, three widely used accounting tools. An experienced accountant delivers supervised practical exercises, feedback and educational support. This is training, not employment, recruitment, an introduction to a vacancy or a guarantee of paid work.

Duration
4 months total
Credential
Certificate of completion
Training
1 month theory, tutor supported
Mentorship
Supervised practical training
Accounting Career Programme
What You Will Gain

The outcomes built into the programme

Comprehensive training in accounting fundamentals: bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and management accounts

Supervised practical training exercises delivered by an experienced accountant

Hands on learning with the three tools employers ask for: Sage 50, Microsoft Excel and Xero

Certificate of completion on completion to boost employability

Practical feedback from an experienced accountant during industry mentorship

Programme Features

What is included

Industry mentorship

Supervised training exercises and feedback delivered by an experienced accountant.

Flexible 1 month theory phase

Self paced online theory on Sage 50, Excel and Xero with a dedicated course tutor on hand throughout.

Certificate of completion

A certificate recording successful completion of the programme.

Expert mentorship and career support

Guidance from experienced accounting professionals, including CV writing and interview preparation.

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Who Is This Programme For?

Designed for these learners

  • Aspiring Accountants and finance professionals breaking into the sector
  • Recent graduates with limited practical accounting experience
  • Career changers transitioning into accounting and finance
  • Business owners improving their financial management skills
  • Anyone wanting hands on experience with industry standard accounting software
Requirements

What you need to take part

  • No prior experience required — designed for beginners and intermediate learners
  • Basic computer literacy and confidence with spreadsheets
  • Strong attention to detail and a methodical mindset
  • Access to a laptop or desktop computer
  • Commitment to complete the training and supervised mentorship activities
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Syllabus

Module by module breakdown

The training phase covers these modules in sequence. Each module includes self study material, applied exercises and course tutor support.

Month 1, week 1
Bookkeeping foundations

Double entry, journals, the trial balance, control accounts.

Month 1, week 2
Sage 50 hands on

Setup, posting, bank reconciliation, VAT codes, month end.

Month 1, week 3
Microsoft Excel for accounting

Pivot tables, lookups, basic Power Query, reconciliations.

Month 1, week 4
Xero hands on + management accounts

Cloud bookkeeping, VAT returns, budgets and variances.

Months 2-4
Industry mentorship with an experienced accountant

Supervised educational projects and feedback designed to help you apply the skills from Month 1. This is not employment or client work.

Fees and funding

Be clear about what is and is not included

Speak to an advisor for current programme fees. AAT exam fees, if you choose to pursue AAT separately, are paid directly to AAT and not included.

Tuition can be paid in full or in monthly instalments. Speak to an advisor for the exact figure for your chosen start date.

Programme fees cover training, course access, tutor support, assessments, the certificate of completion and supervised practical exercises delivered by an industry mentor. No part of the fee is charged for finding employment, introducing learners to vacancies or securing a job.

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Programme FAQ

Honest answers about this programme

Will I be AAT qualified at the end?

No. The programme is not AAT registered. It covers similar foundational topics and many learners use it as preparation before sitting AAT separately. Speak to an advisor about whether AAT is the right next step for you.

Will an experienced accountant provide mentorship?

Yes. An experienced accountant delivers supervised practical training exercises and feedback. It is not employment, recruitment, an introduction to a vacancy or a guarantee of paid work.

Which is more important to learn, Sage 50 or Xero?

Both. UK accounting practices vary by firm. Sage 50 is still the most common UK desktop accounting software; Xero is the dominant cloud option. Most UK accounting roles list one or both.

What jobs can I apply for after the programme?

Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, junior Assistant Accountant. Typical starting salaries are £20,000 to £24,000 outside London and £25,000 to £30,000 in London.

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