Apply for IFA Direct

To apply to take IFA Direct units please download and complete the IFA Direct application form and send to the education team at education@ifa.org.uk with copies of all your relevant documents: 

• certified education transcripts
• certificates; and
• ID

The team will assess your documents and be in touch with a recommended route tailored for you.

Unit fees

Each unit costs £320. Fees are paid directly to the ATHE recognised centre.

VAT where applicable will be charged by the centre directly.

A one-off registration fee of £60 is payable to the IFA upon application. Please note that the registration fee will be increasing to £65 from 1 September 2025

Application form

Download the IFA Direct application form

Download the IFA Direct handbook

Please ensure that you have read the learner handbook before completing the application form.