Routes to Qualification

Find the route that works for you

Some qualifications, gained via higher or further education, provide good foundations for embarking on the IFA Financial Accountant Diploma or Professional Accountant qualification.

The IFA recognises prior learning that is relevant to the IFA’s qualifications. This recognition of prior learning (RPL) exemptions policy and procedure includes both some standard decisions and a process for looking at other individual cases.

To establish your eligibility for RPL, complete and return the IFA student registration pack (including section 4), after which our Education team will advise you of applicable exemptions.