Routes to IFA membership via IFA Direct
Studying on IFA Direct is ideal if you are looking for a route to IFA membership, gaining a practising certificate or want to invest in relevant continuing professional development.
You will develop your knowledge and skills and gain a broader and deeper understanding of key subjects relevant to accountants and tax advisers in, or supporting, small businesses.
Detailed information on each unit syllabus is available on our unit levels and syllabus aims page.
Institute designation |
Institute grade |
IPA designation |
IPA membership grade |
Access to Practising certificate (UK only) |
Suitable for |
IFA |
Intermediate Financial Accountant |
AIPA |
Associate |
Not eligible |
Accounting technicians/junior and intermediate accountants |
AFA |
Associate |
MIPA |
Member |
For eligible members only |
Members in practice/senior accountants |
ATA |
Associate Tax Adviser |
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For eligible members only |
Tax advisers |