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ATT Apprenticeship


The ATT Apprenticeship offers a smart, cost-effective route to developing skilled, confident tax professionals within your organisation.
Combining expert-led training with real-world tax experience, it leads to the highly regarded ATT Qualification. With substantial funding available, the cost to employers is minimal – making it a valuable investment in your team’s future.

 

What does the ATT Apprenticeship involve?

The ATT Apprenticeship is a Level 4 qualification that involves working alongside experienced colleagues to build real-world tax skills on the job, and studying for the ATT Qualification, which includes:
  • 2 core tax exams (Personal & Business Taxation)
  • 3 computer-based exams (Law, Professional Responsibilities & Ethics, Principles of Accounting)
  • 1 additional tax exam (from Business Compliance, Corporate Taxation, Inheritance Tax, Trusts & Estates, Value Added Tax)
  • 2 years of relevant practical work experience
  • An End Point Assessment (EPA) to prove competence

Most apprentices complete the ATT Apprenticeship in two to three years.
 

Why choose the ATT Apprenticeship over other qualification routes?

The ATT Apprenticeship offers more than just a qualification – it blends structured study with practical, on-the-job learning. Apprentices gain real-world tax experience while studying for the respected ATT Qualification.

With government funding or Apprenticeship Levy support available, it’s a cost-effective way to develop in-house expertise, reduce recruitment costs, and improve staff retention.
 

What does the ATT Apprenticeship cost – and what funding is available?

The ATT Apprenticeship is heavily subsidised in the UK with:
  • 95% government funding available for most small businesses
  • Up to £15,000 funding available through the Apprenticeship Levy for large employers with a payroll over £3 million 
     

End-Point Assessment

The ATT works in partnership with 1st AWARDS for the Level 4 Professional Tax Technician Apprenticeship. 1st AWARDS have transformed the accountancy End Point Assessment process with their communication, feedback and reducing assessment turnaround time whilst always keeping the apprentice at the heart of the End Point Assessment process.

For more details about 1st AWARDS and the End Point Assessment process, please contact your tuition provider. Further information can also be found on the 1st AWARDS website https://www.1st-awards.co.uk/what-is-end-point-assesment

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