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Becoming an ICAEW Chartered Accountant is the gateway to a career spent creating positive change and shaping economies, communities and the world around you.

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We will show you how to begin your journey, what it involves, and the many paths available to you.

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Who is ICAEW?

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales was founded in 1880 and has been supporting successful finance careers for the last 130 years.

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Completing the ACA allows you to call yourself a chartered accountant. It shows you have undertaken three years of ACA training.

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Tom's story

Tom's story

After leaving university, Tom joined the Finance Graduate Scheme and is now studying for his ACA qualification to gain extra technical expertise for his role.
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Ellen's story

Ellen's story

Ellen started out in the Royal Bank of Scotland’s call centre after leaving school. During that time, she spotted an ACA apprenticeship opportunity with the NatWest Group. She now works in NatWest’s internal audit team acting as the “police of the bank”.
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Vincent's story

Vincent's story

After leaving university, Vincent was unsure about his career path. He decided to study for the ACA and discovered that it could take his career anywhere he wanted it to go.
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Steven's story

Steven's story

Steven works as a Finance Business Analyst at the BBC, collaborating with talents from diverse backgrounds. He aims to transition into an HR–Finance role to make a positive impact on people.
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Evie's story

Evie's story

Evie began her journey to becoming an ICAEW Chartered Accountant through an apprenticeship, giving her the confidence she needed to boost her career.
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