ACA Training with Accountancy Learning
Accountancy Learning has been making an impact on the lives of accounting students and their employers for many years and has a strong reputation for the high level of proactive support given and impartial advice provided. Some of us have been acting for our clients in one form or another since 1984.
We’ve been delivering AAT training since 1992 and in 2009 started to offer ACA training in order to meet the needs of those of our South West employers who wanted their AAT trainees to progress to ACA. As well as maintaining the personal support they had got used to, our programme avoided the need to travel long distances and staying away for courses, thus saving both time and cost.
The Accountancy Learning team includes a number of Chartered Accountants, active in the SW District Society, and we wanted to make the ACA qualification more accessible to those living and working in the South West. We have sponsored the District Society Award for the student achieving top marks in each sitting of the Advanced Level Case Study for umpteen years.
As part of our overall training provision in the South West, we have always offered advice and guidance to our employer clients on all aspects of qualification training, whether we provide the training or not. We are therefore able to add value to the ACA training we provide and help our trainees relate their studies to the work they undertake in the office.
This page sets out a summary of the ACA qualification and our ACA training / apprenticeship programme. However, there is a lot involved and it would be great to have the chance to discuss your specific requirements in more detail. Do let us know if you would like a call.
Next generation ACA: at a glance
14 business, finance and accountancy exams
Launched September 2025, the Next Generation ACA includes 14 exams across three levels: Certificate, Professional and Advanced.
Specialised
Learning
With a new digital learning platform, the Next Generation ACA supports early career specialisation in key areas.
Professional skills
and experience
Real-world experience and professional skills remain central, helping students succeed in today’s business environment.
The ACA Exam Structure
Why Train with Accountancy Learning?
Training that fits your business
Local sessions across the South West (with virtual options) mean your trainees don’t lose time travelling or staying away. We also schedule around busy periods like VAT returns and tax season.
Less pressure, better results
With one exam per sitting, trainees progress steadily without the stress of cramming – leading to stronger pass rates and more confident staff.
Support beyond the classroom
All classes are recorded, and we help trainees build their ICAEW professional skills portfolio – making sign-off easier for you.
Tutors who understand your world
Our Chartered Accountant tutors bring both teaching expertise and real practice experience, ensuring learning is practical, relevant, and grounded in the realities of accountancy.
Personalised learning experience
With smaller class sizes, trainees benefit from more one-to-one support, stronger tutor relationships, and the confidence to progress. This leads to capable, well-prepared team members who add real value to your business.
“Without the continuous support, structured study plans and detailed feedback I’m not sure I would have been able to pass SBM and CR 7 months pregnant and then Case Study with a toddler under 2!”
In Summary:
- Exceptional pass rates – 100% pass rate for Advanced Level since 2022
- Fewer days out of the office, helping you minimise disruption to your business
- A less intensive exam schedule, with just one exam per sitting to reduce stress and improve success rates
- Flexibility around busy periods, working with employers to avoid peak times wherever possible
- Local classroom delivery for convenience
- The option to attend virtually, offering maximum flexibility
- Small class sizes to ensure individual attention
- One-to-one tutorials for additional tailored support
- Marked progress tests and mock exams to keep learners on track
- Quarterly progress reports, so you can monitor progress with ease
- Support with professional skills development for both apprentices and employers
- Guidance with funding administration, to make the process straightforward
For more information about our ACA courses, please click below:
Next Steps
Embarking on ACA training is a big investment decision. With 95% Apprenticeship funding, the investment is now more about the time involved rather than the direct cost.
Before making your decision, we would be keen to discuss your requirements in more detail along with the options available. This can be performed via MS Teams, over the phone…or we could even visit you!
Either way, do please call us on 01392 435349 or email [email protected] or [email protected]