Chartered Accountant (School Leaver)

Qualify as an ICAS Chartered Accountant (CA) to unlock a world of lucrative opportunities in accounting, business and beyond. - Qualify for more than accountancy - Earn the prestigious CA designation - Unlock global opportunities - Competitive salaries and job security The prestigious ‘CA’ tag indicates that an accountant has reached the highest level, undertaken the ICAS programme of rigorous training and examinations in accountancy, business and ethics, and committed to a process of continuous professional development. Qualify for business and beyond The CA is a complete business qualification that’s highly respected internationally, so you could go on to work anywhere in the world, at the highest levels of accountancy, finance and business, at a charity, government body or cutting-edge tech firm. Furthermore, for those with an entrepreneurial streak, becoming a CA provides the key skills to start a successful business. The ICAS CA qualifies you for a range of professions including: - Accountancy - Finance - Management - Entrepreneurship Competitive salaries and job security Starting salaries for CAs compare favourably with those for sectors such as law, general management and banking. The variety of roles the ICAS CA qualifies you for, and the constant need for top-level accountants, means that chartered accountancy is a highly recession-proof profession with fantastic long-term prospects. Classroom study and paid training - Five-year duration - Invaluable practical experience - Earn while you learn - Supported study and exams The route to CA qualification usually takes three years. Whilst studying and passing exams with us, you’ll also work a training agreement with an ICAS-authorised employer. This approach allows you to quickly put your newfound theoretical skills to the practical test, gain invaluable real-world experience and earn a competitive salary. We offer an array of training opportunities, with everyone from small local companies to large multinationals, and you can study at centres UK-wide, depending upon where your employer is based. We’re committed to helping our students gain high pass rates so, no matter where you train, you’ll receive the first-class ICAS experience.