What does Earning an ACAT Credential Give
you?
Accreditation Council certification shows that you have made continuing professional development a priority and an integral part of maintaining your on-going competence to practice-providing evidence to the public and the profession of the strength of your accounting and tax preparation abilities.
It Validates Knowledge
You'll Gain More Confidence in your answers and discussions. You’ll
know you’re right because preparing and taking the qualifying
examination gives you knowledge of the entire subject area.
You'll Beat Your Competition –
Clients CHOOSE You
Promote Yourself. Does your competition have credentials or credentialed
staff? Clients will choose professionals with credentials first and
foremost. With mention in your ads, press releases to your local papers,
and designation on the ACAT Professional
Directory, clients will know where to go for experience.
Accreditation Could Be Vital for Your
Business
In professions where the standard for accuracy is high, accreditation
serves as a positive qualification for your firm.
What Are the Benefits of Accreditation
Council credentials to You?
Accreditation Council credentials validate your knowledge and builds
confidence. ACAT credentialed professionals must meet strong professional
development requirements and continuing education requirements. Earning
a credential validates specialized knowledge, indicates a level of competence,
and enhances professional credibility.
Accreditation Council credentials show
you meet national standards.
The Accreditation Council produces quality exams that are psychometrically
sound and statistically valid Accreditation Council's test development
process leads to fair and accurate questions on current practice activities.
Accreditation Council certification
is the solid measure of your ability to practice.
Our exams have longevity—some accreditations have been given for
over 30 years. Accreditation Council certification shows that you have made continuing
professional development a priority and an integral part of maintaining
your on-going competence to practice-providing evidence to the public
and the profession of the strength of your accounting and tax preparation
abilities. For more information on each of ACAT's credentials, go to
the credentials section. |