ACA Entry Routes
There are multiple entry routes for students to study the ACA qualification.
Graduates
Each year graduates from a variety of degree backgrounds train for the ACA. This includes students with degrees in engineering, law, modern languages, history, music and philosophy.
AAT-ACA Fast Track students
Designed in partnership between the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and ICAEW, this is a progression route for high calibre AAT students to study the ACA qualification after completing the AAT qualification. Credits for prior learning and prior work experience are available where students are eligible. Students could gain the ACA in just two years once AAT qualified.
Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business students
The Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business offered by ICAEW, consists of the same six computer-based knowledge modules of the ACA. It is both a stand-alone certificate and a stepping stone into the ACA.
Those with other professional qualifications
Full members and/or affiliates of some international professional bodies can study for the ACA qualification and may be eligible for a two year training agreement.
Graduates
Each year graduates from a variety of degree backgrounds train for the ACA. This includes students with degrees in engineering, law, modern languages, history, music and philosophy.
AAT-ACA Fast Track students
Designed in partnership between the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and ICAEW, this is a progression route for high calibre AAT students to study the ACA qualification after completing the AAT qualification. Credits for prior learning and prior work experience are available where students are eligible. Students could gain the ACA in just two years once AAT qualified.
Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business students
The Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business offered by ICAEW, consists of the same six computer-based knowledge modules of the ACA. It is both a stand-alone certificate and a stepping stone into the ACA.
Those with other professional qualifications
Full members and/or affiliates of some international professional bodies can study for the ACA qualification and may be eligible for a two year training agreement.