Certificate in Applied Accounting and Finance Principles (Level 1)

Certificate in Applied Accounting and Finance Principles (CAAFP)

The Certificate in Applied Accounting and Finance Principles offers a solid and supportive starting point for anyone aspiring to build a career in accounting or finance. This programme is ideal for school leavers, individuals with little or no prior accounting experience, or those who do not yet meet the academic requirements to begin the full ACCA qualification. It delivers essential knowledge, practical skills, and a clear progression pathway, making it an excellent first step for anyone looking to enter the profession with confidence.

‍ACCA Foundation Level Qualifications
The ACCA Foundation Level qualifications provide a thorough introduction to accounting and finance, building essential skills and a solid foundation for a career in the field. Each qualification you complete not only enhances your technical knowledge but also develops practical skills, critical thinking, and professional awareness, preparing you to progress confidently to higher-level ACCA studies or a career in accounting and finance.

Youth Fields of Hope Institute offers expert guidance and exam preparation for assessments that are set and awarded by ACCA, ensuring you have the support, resources, and confidence to succeed at every stage of your learning journey.

The Certificate in Applied Accounting and Finance Principles Comprises Four Modules

• Introductory Certificate
• Intermediate Certificate
• Diploma
• Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)

Contact us for more information on the Modules.

‍What you'll study

• Collaborate in an interactive classroom of up to 20 students.
• Fundamentals of accounting and finance.
• Series of workshops and conferences taught in groups of up to twenty in several areas.
• Flexible options allows you to study how, when and where you want.
• Dedicated tutor support (In-Centre Classroom and Online Classroom courses)
• Access to YFH’s Apprenticeship Programme to help you to start earning once you have successfully completed the CAAFP Module.
• Connect with other specialists across the Caribbean, UK and USA.

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Course Highlights:

• Practical Skills Development – Gain hands-on accounting and finance skills that are directly applicable in real-world settings.
• Strong Foundation for ACCA – Build the knowledge and confidence needed to progress to professional ACCA qualifications.
• Beginner-Friendly – Perfect for school leavers or those with little to no prior accounting experience.‍
• Comprehensive Learning Pathway – Covers essential accounting principles, professional ethics, and the wider role of accountants in business.

Who Should Take This Course?
This course is perfect for beginners looking to start a career in accounting and finance. Whether you’re a school leaver, recent graduate, or someone changing careers, it provides the practical skills and foundational knowledge needed to take your first step toward professional qualifications like ACCA.

‍Career opportunities on completing this Module

• Accounting Assistant – Support basic bookkeeping and financial record-keeping
• Trainee Financial Analyst – Assist with financial reporting and simple data analysis
• Payroll Assistant – Help with payroll processing and basic tax administration
• Accounts Clerk – Manage day-to-day accounts payable and receivable tasks
• Finance Support Officer – Provide administrative support for general finance operations

This course equips you with the skills and knowledge to make a meaningful impact in business, laying the foundation for a successful career in accounting and finance.

‍Entry requirements

The entry requirements for our health care assistant/ nursing course are as follows:  

• High School Diploma or Mature Student
• Fluency  in English 
• Receipt  of a satisfactory reference 

English language requirements  

To study at Youth Fields of Hope Institute, it is important that you are able to communicate and engage in English effectively in an academic setting. 

If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide proof of your ability across reading, writing, listening, and speaking in English.  

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