Certificate in Financial Reporting for Academies
The Certificate in Financial Reporting for Academies provides the knowledge and skills required to carry out a key role in academy financial management. The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA), and participants gain a professional qualification from CIPFA broadly equivalent to NVQ level 4 on completion.
Who can apply?
You must currently work in a local authority, academy or a school that intends to convert to an academy within 12 months, have a key role in the management of school/academy finances and have a the relevant level of qualification.
Please check the eligibility criteria for details.
What’s involved?
Online units and a final assessment supported by an optional one-day face-to-face workshop.
Duration
8–12 weeks, however the programme is flexible so that you can work to timescales that suit your learning style.
Cost
£400 plus VAT (non-refundable)
Find out more
- About academies.
- Download our fact sheet.
- Contact nationalcollege@cipfa.org.uk to discuss application and eligibility queries.
Apply
The application round is now open.
Participant feedback
"The materials for the programme have been clear, concise and easy to use."
"The course has equipped me with the necessary skills, and enabled me to feel confident in the preparation of academy financial reports."
RSS
Print version
Email to a friend
Sign up to receive our newsletter
Share with...