We are updating our qualifications
The below guidance is for employers with existing ACA students who started up to 30 June 2025.
The Next Generation ACA launches in September 2025. The online training file for Next Generation ACA students who started from 1 July 2025, or have been switched to the Next Generation ACA, will be available from September. More guidance on changes to the training file will be made available here soon. In the meantime, learn more about the Next Generation ACA training process.
Accessing your student's training file
Throughout their training, your student must record and maintain their online training file.
You will need to review their progress using the training file during six monthly reviews. You will also need to use the training file to provide final sign-off at the end of your student’s training agreement.
Resources to support you and your students
Watch the online training file videos
The training file videos demonstrate what the training file is, how it fits into the overall process students need to go through to qualify as an ICAEW Chartered Accountant and how your students should update and log their progress within the file.
These videos also show qualified persons responsible for training (QPRTs), Authorised Training Principals (ATPs) and counsellors how to access their student's training files and how to approve work experience.
Frequently asked questions
View our answers to the frequently asked questions we receive from employers.Have a question?
If you need any support or have a question on ACA training, please contact us.