Financial

Taxation


Taxation is a FETAC/QQI level 5 certificate course designed to provide students with good basic knowledge of the Irish taxation system and practical knowledge of the working of Income Tax and VAT. Learners who successfully complete this course will have general knowledge of both administration and procedures relating to income tax. They will understand personal taxation and reliefs and be able to calculate personal income tax as well as understand the procedures involved in agreeing income tax liabilities with the Inspector of Taxes. They will also be able to make PAYE and VAT returns.

"It was a very informative, useful course and I enjoyed attending" - Philip

Our tutor Jenny Dunne has extensive experience tutoring both payroll and bookkeeping. She is qualified in TAS, Thesaurus and Sage. Jenny is also a tax and account advisor to new businesses and start ups.


Course content


Course Content

    Specific Learning Outcomes are grouped under three headings
  • Administration
  • All forms of Income Tax and VAT
  • The PAYE system, self assessment and the appeals system
  • Income Tax

  • Tax calculations for employees and pensioners
  • The self-employed investment income: Interest, Irish rents and irish divided
  • VAT in an irish context

  • Administration of value added tax when VAT is chargeable
  • VAT registration Cash Receipts Treatment of bad debts

course details

  • Entry Requirements:FETAC/QQI Level 4 Certificate, Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life or work experience
  • Qualification: FETAC/QQI level 5
  • Course Code: L20905
  • Assessment: Examination / two assignments

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