[C-Dawg]

Talk about accountancy apprenticeships here, whether you are interested in them or working in one right now.

I've been looking for a few this year, but am unsure whether to go for this or go uni. Could anyone give some insight into what they're like?

[stenllachristian]

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[ipoop]

(Original post by C-Dawg)
Talk about accountancy apprenticeships here, whether you are interested in them or working in one right now.

I've been looking for a few this year, but am unsure whether to go for this or go uni. Could anyone give some insight into what they're like?

Apprenticeship may or may not be for you. I did not care for the uni life so after my A levels I opted for a level 2 Business and admin in an accounting firm and after that finished, was offered a permanent contract. You can always try the apprenticeship first (if you are lucky to get one). It is hard I'll tell you that, I now work days a week whilst at the same time partaking in a distance learning Level 4 AAT. On the plus side, I do believe doing this gives me an edge over undergraduates. I know most employers (small to to medium size firms) in the finance sector do value the apprenticeship scheme, and are more willing to take on an apprentice instead of an undergraduate. Before you make up your mind, you should really think it through. Can you commit to it? How will it benefit you? Also it can be a real strain on your social life (I only go to birthdays parties) BTW do not expect a massive pay and bonus.
Hope that helped.

[C-Dawg]

(Original post by ipoop)
Apprenticeship may or may not be for you. I did not care for the uni life so after my A levels I opted for a level 2 Business and admin in an accounting firm and after that finished, was offered a permanent contract. You can always try the apprenticeship first (if you are lucky to get one). It is hard I'll tell you that, I now work days a week whilst at the same time partaking in a distance learning Level 4 AAT. On the plus side, I do believe doing this gives me an edge over undergraduates. I know most employers (small to to medium size firms) in the finance sector do value the apprenticeship scheme, and are more willing to take on an apprentice instead of an undergraduate. Before you make up your mind, you should really think it through. Can you commit to it? How will it benefit you? Also it can be a real strain on your social life (I only go to birthdays parties) BTW do not expect a massive pay and bonus.
Hope that helped.

Yeah it did thanks!
I was also wondering if you work alongside other apprentices, or if you're the only one?

[ipoop]

(Original post by C-Dawg)
Yeah it did thanks!
I was also wondering if you work alongside other apprentices, or if you're the only one?

I am the only one, small firm. Although I apparently gave a good impression because my employers recommend taking on an apprentice to some of their clients.

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[C-Dawg]

Cool cool, and how long did it take you to complete your AAT qualifications?

[ipoop]

(Original post by C-Dawg)
Cool cool, and how long did it take you to complete your AAT qualifications?

Level 2-3 took me about 15 months. Could have been shorter, I was a bit lazy in the middle, could have been longer as well. That's the the advantage with distance learning though, it all works around your schedule. You do have to put the effort though. I've been doing level 4 for about 5-6 months now, if I carry on the way I are, I hope to finish it all off in less than 5 months months.

I hope I've been of help.
Have you decided what you will do yet?
This was posted from The Student Room's Android App on my HTC Desire HD A9191

[Menefrego88]

Im also interested in a accounting apprenticeship. You got any good links where I can find some available.
Thanks.