Chartered Accountancy provides the most dynamic and comprehensive programme of theoretical and practical training available. This is what differentiates the ACA qualification from any other. Every successful CA will have gained work experience under a training contract with the same firm, for a fixed period of time and in exchange the training firm will grant study leave and cover exam and course fees.

The period under training provides the structured environment where trainees, under the supervision of a member of the Institute, develop the professional values, technical/functional competencies and the personal and interpersonal attributes that define the role of the CA. Training organisations see those students training with them as a valuable resource and attach great importance to their development.