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Certificate in Public Sector Accounting

Format: Virtual learning more info
CPD hours: 50+
Assessment: MCQ and Written Assignment more info
Fee: See below more info
Start date:  09 October 2025 
End date: 15 April 2026
Delivery: Mix of online and in-person sessions
Duration: 7 months
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Programme overview

Updated in 2025 to cover the latest additions to the Central Government Accounting Standards (CGAS). The Chartered Accountants Ireland, Certificate in Public Sector Accounting was developed following extensive engagement with key stakeholders in the Irish Public Sector. This certificate will support those involved in the implementation, management, and oversight of the new CGAS framework.

This programme is designed to provide an understanding of the above standards and offer an invaluable technical update for finance professionals working in the public sector. Participants will gain updated knowledge and practical skills in financial accounting, enhancing their contribution to financial decision-making processes in their organisation and boosting their career development potential.

Entry requirements

This programme has been designed to meet the needs of professionals working in or supporting the Irish Public Sector and who require an understanding of the CGAS Standards, and is open to:

• Those in finance or finance related roles in the Public Sector at all levels
• Members of Chartered Accountants other Accountants and other professionals who may support or provide services to the Irish Public Sector

Programme fees

Fees are fully-inclusive and will cover: registration, course materials, tuition fees and exam fees.

  Fees
Member of Chartered Accountants Ireland or ICAS  €1,495 | £1,275
Other applicants €1,745 / £1,495

How you study

Delivery will be a mix of online (live and recorded content) and in-person sessions (in Chartered Accountants House, Dublin 2), offering participants flexibility and networking opportunities. Session 1 of each module will release recorded/on-demand content to be completed before attending Session 2, which will be delivered live.. 

Assessment

The course will be assessed through a mix of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and a final case study-based assignment. The MCQs will account for 40% of the overall marks

CPD hours

This programme offers structured and unstructured CPD hours contact time. Participants can claim
a minimum of 50 structured CPD hours for this programme. Additionally, further hours can be claimed
for completing additional course activities, such as reading, preparing for course assessments, and
additional study.

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