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Diploma: Accounting Technician

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SAQA ID20402
NQF Level5
Credits252
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma: Accounting Technician was an NQF Level 5 qualification in the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It was designed around accounting technician-oriented knowledge and preparation, with 252 credits. The supplied record shows that its registration ended on 30 June 2012, so its current availability should not be assumed.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in accounting technician-related work and in developing formal knowledge in the finance, economics and accounting field might have considered this qualification. This is general guidance, not an admission rule, and the qualification’s historical registration status should be checked before making plans.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may have supported preparation for accounting technician-related work by providing formal study in the finance, economics and accounting field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific approved career mappings were supplied.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational accounting-related capability
  • Understanding of finance, economics and accounting concepts
  • Accounting technician-oriented knowledge

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma: Accounting Technician
SAQA ID
20402
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
252
Field
3
Subfield
Finance Economics and Accounting
Originator
Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) (previously AETA)
Registration end in source dataset
2012-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, since the supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2012.
  • Confirm that the qualification is available for new enrolment and that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer it.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and application conditions.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification details, credits and NQF level match the current offering before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.