Certificate Level overview
The exams can be taken in any order. You must pass every exam (or receive credit for prior learning) – there are no options. This ensures that once qualified, all ICAEW Chartered Accountants have a consistent level of knowledge, skills and experience.
Each Certificate Level module is assessed by a 1.5 hour computer-based exam, and can be sat throughout the year. You also have the option to sit your exam at a test centre or via OnVUE remote invigilation. The pass mark for each exam is 55%.
Guides are available to help you book an exam at test centre or via remote invigilation at icaew.com/how-to
You may be eligible to apply for credit for prior learning towards some of the Certificate Level modules if you have studied accounting, finance, law or business at degree level or through another professional qualification.
Certificate Level preparation
Exam resources
- How to use the exam resources
- Accounting
- Assurance
- Business, Technology and Finance
- Law
- Management Information
- Principles of Taxation
Syllabus
Exam guidance
- Guidance for Certificate Level centre exams
- Guidance for Certificate Level remote exams
- View the calculator policy for Certificate Level exams
- Exam top tips
Learning materials
Permitted texts
There are no permitted texts for the Certificate Level exams; any necessary information will be provided on screen.
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Six-monthly reviews
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Certificate Level study support
Introduction to the Certificate Level
In this guide the Certificate Level is introduced, providing an overview on each module with helpful advice on what to expect and what to look out for when sitting a Professional Level exam.
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