ICAEW.com works better with JavaScript enabled.

Meet Alex: my ACA journey

Alex is currently studying for the ACA as a Level 7 apprentice student and we are following him throughout his journey. Read his journey to date and the advice he gives to students also studying for the ACA

The journey so far

Alex Hatton
The start to my ACA journey

Alex shares his personal journey - his decision to go into accountancy and his story so far on his Level 7 apprenticeship journey.

Alex Hatton
My ACA journey: my first ACA exams and how I adapted

Level 7 ACA Apprenticeship student Alex is now eight months into his training agreement and has completed his Certificate Level exams. He explains how he dealt with exam pressure, the importance of recognising your own personal learning style, and why asking colleagues for help is a good idea.

Alex Hatton
My ACA journey: Alex reflects on his first six months

After completing his Certificate Level exams, Alex shares how he has settled into a new self-driven routine, his approach to balancing work and study and why the six-monthly review is a great opportunity to reflect on how far you’ve come.