About CAT

CAT (Certified Accounting Technician)

The largest and fastest growing global professional accountancy body

The Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Qualification will provide you with a solid foundation in finance and accounting – providing you with all the necessary technical skills and knowledge required to perform an accounting-support role.
So whether you wish to start a career in finance, gain recognition for the wealth of skills and experience you have already achieved, or want accelerated progression to the ACCA Qualification and a more senior position in accountancy, ACCA's CAT Qualification will help you towards your career of choice.
To achieve CAT status you will need to complete a set of exams and one-year's practical experience in the workplace. The CAT Qualification is flexible and allows you to take control of how and where you study. With a range of internationally relevant syllabus options and the choice of distance learning, face-to-face or self study, the qualification allows you to study at your own pace and achieve a work-life balance that suits you.