It is possible to register on Foundations in Accountancy, our entry-level suite of qualifications, and only take individual exams in Auditing, Taxation or Financial Management. These certificates are suitable for anyone working or wanting to specialise in these areas, including school leavers or those already working in accounts-support roles.
You don't need any previous academic qualifications. The ability level is broadly equivalent to exams in the first year of a degree/HND.
What kind of work can I do with this qualification?
These awards are suitable for those working or wanting to work in a specialist role in auditing, taxation or financial management and who wish to take an introductory-level qualification in these areas.
What's involved?
Individual certificates are available in Taxation, Auditing and Financial Management.
To achieve a certificate, you will need to complete an exam in that subject area and a professionalism and ethics module called Foundations in Professionalism.
How long will it take to complete?
It's up to you as there is no time limit. The exams are only available as paper-based exams and can be taken in June and December at one of our 380 exam centres around the world. You can complete Foundations in Professionalism before or after the exams. So you could complete this certificate in six months or less.
Are my English and maths skills good enough to do the qualification?
Check your English and maths skills to see if you're ready to study with ACCA by using our free self-check modules. Just click on the link in the Related links box on the left-hand side of this page.
Can I go on to do other ACCA qualifications?
We hope you will continue to study with ACCA and do other certificates and diplomas within Foundations in Accountancy.
