International Contacts
Routes to Membership
Find the route that works for you
The Institute recognises there are many ways of acquiring knowledge and proving competence which may be proven in different ways. As a consequence IFA provides three flexible routes to membership:
- By IFA qualification
- By professional recognition, where recognition is given to other relevant qualifications already held
- By accreditation of prior learning, where workplace experience is evaluated (available in the UK only).
For a breakdown of these options, click on the links below
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By IFA qualification
IFA provides three qualifications. Dependent upon prior education or experience and where in their career they are individuals may follow one of the following:
- Financial Accountant Diploma
- Professional Financial Accountant qualification
The Institute is also looking at pathways to fellowship through qualification. We will keep you updated as we progress our development of the services available to members.
Progression routes are available from the Diploma onto the Professional qualification, and then through evidence of professional competence and experience.
Check the Students section to find out about IFA Qualifications.
By professional recognition
If applying for professional membership based on your existing accounting and finance qualifications please click here and complete the online enquiry form.
Upon receipt, the Membership department can then assess your paperwork and confirm your eligibility into membership.
By accreditation of prior learning
Recognising workplace competence and experience, applicants can apply for this route if they have a minimum of five years experience to date in a finance or accounting role and are based in the UK.
If the APL route applies to you please download the Initial APL Membership Pack, complete this form and return it to the membership team at Burford House.
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