ICAEW ACA — ICAEW Chartered Accountant (ACA)
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United Kingdom (global). 15 modules across Certificate, Professional and Advanced levels, 450 days of practical work experience, ethics and professional development; usually via a 3–5 year training agreement with an ICAEW-authorised employer.
- Issuer
- ICAEW
- Industry
- Finance & Accounting
- Domain
- Accounting & Chartered Qualifications
- Level
- Expert
- Exam fee
- GBP exam fees per module + student fees (often employer-paid)
Prerequisites & eligibility
Experience: Training agreement with 450 days of relevant work experience
Training: Accredited degree or foundation route into the body's professional programme
Renewal & maintenance
Valid for 1 year, 40 CPD credits per cycle. Renew by cpd.
Annual CPD declaration and membership subscription (hours/structure set by the body; typically ~40 hours or output-based)
Recognition
National chartered/CPA designation – legally recognised in its jurisdiction
Related certifications
- ACCA ACCA Qualification (Chartered Certified Accountant)
- CA (India) Chartered Accountant (India)
- CA (Singapore) Chartered Accountant of Singapore
- CA ANZ CA Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand – Chartered Accountant
- CA(SA) Chartered Accountant (South Africa)
- CAI CA Chartered Accountants Ireland – Chartered Accountant
Career paths that include ICAEW ACA
- Internal / External Auditor — Advanced phase
- Accountant → Controller → CFO — Advanced phase