ICAEW Courses

The ACA qualification, offered by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), is one of the most prestigious and rigorous accountancy programmes in the world.

About ICAEW

The ACA qualification, offered by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), is one of the most prestigious and rigorous accountancy programmes in the world. With over 170,000 members and 38,000 students globally, ICAEW sets the benchmark for professional excellence in finance, audit, taxation, and business advisory.

The ACA blends technical knowledge, ethical standards, and practical experience, making it ideal for those who aspire to work in the accounts profession, perhaps as partner in a big 4 firm, become CFO or business leader. Its structured pathway includes exams at Certificate, Professional, and Advanced levels, alongside a training agreement that ensures real-world application.

ICAEW - ACA Qualification Structure
Level
Description
Style
Duration
Certificate Level and Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business (CFAB)
Covers the basics of accounting, assurance, tax and business principles
On-demand computer-based exams
6–12 months
Professional Level
Applies technical knowledge to real-life scenarios in financial management and reporting
Timed written exams (4 sittings per year)
12–18 months
Advanced Level
Focuses on strategic decision making, corporate reporting and case study analysis
Timed written exams (2 sittings per year)
12–18 months

Practical Experience Requirement

In addition to passing the exams ACA requires 450 days of relevant experience gained through an authorised training employer. Ongoing documentation + Ethics and Professional Skills modules.

ICAEW contact information

If you need to contact ICAEW directly Contact Us: https://www.icaew.com/contact-us

Looking for study support or key resources for ACA students? Student Hub (Study Support): https://www.icaew.com/for-current-aca-students

Still got questions? Their FAQ section covers the most common queries: https://www.icaew.com/search#q=FAQ&sort=relevancy

Studying ACA with HTFT

We design all our courses to create great learning experiences and deliver exceptional pass rates, consistently exceeding Institute averages.

HTFT currently offer the CFAB qualification using HTFT Live.  

CFAB covers the first six modules of the ACA qualification. You can take the CFAB as a standalone qualification or as a way to start your journey towards becoming an ACA Chartered Accountant. For more information about the qualification, see the ACA website.

For further details as to our prices, course structures and dates please email [email protected]

HTFT Live

Combines flexibility with structure, using a flipped classroom approach. You’ll learn through pre-class preparation and then join scheduled live online sessions where tutors focus on application, deeper understanding, and exam technique.

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There are no formal academic entry requirements, making CFAB accessible to everyone. Whether you’re looking to boost your business skills, exploring a career in business, or planning to launch your own venture CFAB could be the perfect fit.