Grow your finance talent with an ACCA Accounting Apprenticeship

Please note that from 1st January 2026, only students under 22 will be eligible for Level 7 funding in England.

Looking to build a high-performing finance team?

Equip your business with future-ready finance professionals through an ACCA Apprenticeship. Combining practical experience with study towards the globally recognised ACCA Qualification, apprentices gain workplace-ready skills that deliver real business value.

Want to find out how ACCA Apprenticeships could work for your business? Contact us today to find out.

ACCA Apprenticeships in England

There are two apprenticeships available in England:

Level 4 - Accounting Technician Apprenticeship

Ideal for school leavers or entry-level roles.
Flexibility to add Applied Skills units as part of the offer (depending on Learning partner)
Customisable with optional ACCA certificates.
Supports progression to the ACCA Qualification.
Duration: 18–24 months.

Level 7 - Professional Accountant Apprenticeship

For those working towards full ACCA membership.
Covers the Strategic Professional level of the ACCA Qualification.
Duration: 3–4 years.

Tailor learning to your needs

Customise the Level 4 Apprenticeship with one of our ACCA Learning certificates that reflect your business priorities:

AI, Data & Digital

Certificate in Ethical Artificial Intelligence, Digital Finance Essentials, and Certificate in Data Analytics.

Sustainability

ACCA Sustainability Reporting and Certificate in Sustainability for Finance.

Public Sector

Targeted certificates to strengthen knowledge for finance roles in public sector organisations.

ACCA Apprenticeships in Scotland

There are three levels of apprenticeships available in Scotland.

Foundation apprenticeship (Level 6) - offers senior school pupils during S5 or S6 the opportunity to get an overview of the profession and gain real experience of the world of work while still at school. Can be studied over one or two years.
Modern apprenticeship (Levels 5-8) - suitable as an entry-level route into ACCA and the accountancy profession. Each level takes around 9 months to complete.
Graduate apprenticeship (Level 11) - combines a degree and the ACCA qualification and can take up to five years. Two versions are currently available at Robert Gordon University and Glasgow Caledonian University.

ACCA Apprenticeships in Wales

The ACCA apprenticeship in Wales is offered at Level 4. This covers the first part of the ACCA Qualification and gives people the finance and accounting knowledge to help them flourish as an accounting technician or see if they want to progress to chartered certified accountant status.

Why choose an ACCA Apprenticeship?

Close skills gaps with tailored, hands-on training.
Boost retention – employees stay longer when you invest in their growth.
Increase productivity – apprentices apply learning immediately in real-world roles.
Elevate your employer brand through visible commitment to career development.
Shape future finance leaders aligned with your values and goals.

Got questions about offering an ACCA Apprenticeship? Complete our short enquiry form and our team will be in touch.

Funding

For employers in England:

Levy-paying: Use your levy to fund 100% of training and assessment.
Non-levy: Pay only 5% – the government funds the remaining 95%.

Note: From 1 January 2026, Level 7 funding will apply only to students under 22.

For employers in Scotland:

Modern Apprenticeships: heavily subsidised via Skills Development Scotland.
Graduate Apprenticeships: funded by Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS).