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CPD Requirements for ACCA

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ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS (ACCA) CPD REQUIREMENT OVERVIEW

CPD Requirements
CPD requirements depend on the route you follow. Most members will follow the CPD unit route and need to complete 40 units of CPD annually.
License Renewal Period
January 1 annually.
CPD Reporting Cycle
January 1 to December 31 annually.
Ethics Requirement
No ethics requirement.
Carry over Credits
If you complete more than 21 verifiable units in any year, you can carry forward up to 21 of these additional units to your next CPD year. Non-verifiable units cannot be carried forward.
Subject Area RestrictionThere is no minimum content requirement.


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CPD requirements
CPD requirements depend on the route you follow. Most members will follow the CPD unit route and need to complete 40 units of CPD annually.
Initial CPD Hours
If you’re a new member, you must begin your CPD from 1 January after you become a member and submit your CPD declaration by 1 January of the following year. View more
Ethics Requirement
There is no ethics requirement.
Content Requirement
There is no minimum content requirement.
Subject Areas
Click here to view ACCA subject areas.
Learning Modes
100% of CPD can be through self-study.
Eligible Learning Activities
Eligible learning activities include Webinars, online courses, podcasts, online articles, learning at work, face-to-face courses, committees/panels/discussion groups, and more.
CPD Deadline
January 1 annually
Fast Track CE
Our Fast Track ACCA CPD packages are expertly curated bundles that meet ACCA’s exact continuing education requirements. Save significant time selecting individual courses by choosing our comprehensive packages that cover all your CPD needs. View more
Reporting
January 1 to December 31 annually.
License Renewal
January 1 annually. View more
Carry Forward
If you complete more than 21 verifiable units in any year, you can carry forward up to 21 of these additional units to your next CPD year. Non-verifiable units cannot be carried forward. View more
Record Retention
Maintain records of completed CPD credits for 3 years as they may be subject to audit by the state board. View more
Renewal FeesThe license renewal fee is £311. View more

Do MYCPE ONE Courses Qualify for CPD for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)? Yes!

ACCA states that any activity can count as CPD for its members as long as it is relevant to their current role or aligns with future career goals. MYCPE ONE offers Continuing Education courses tailored for ACCA professionals, with a focus on quality education in qualified subject areas. As a registered NASBA sponsor, MYCPE ONE offers a variety of learning formats, including- 

  • Group Internet Based, 
  • QAS Self-Study, 
  • Group Live, and 
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Contact Information for ACCA

Contact: +44 (0)141 582 2000  
Website: ACCA Global 

Disclaimer: We regularly update our website to ensure the information regarding ACCA CPD requirements is current and accurate. However, for your complete understanding and to ensure compliance, we strongly advise you to visit the official state requirements page for the most up-to-date and definitive information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Unit Route: Plan and organize your own CPD, completing 40 relevant units per year (at least 21 verifiable, up to 19 non-verifiable). 
  • Part-time/Semi-retired Unit Route: This route is for professionals working 770 hours or less per year (about 17.5 hours per week) or working part-time during certain periods. 
  • ACCA-approved Employer Route: If your employer holds ACCA's Approved Employer status, you can follow their development program to meet your CPD. 
  • IFAC Body Route: If you’re a full member of another IFAC member body with a compliant CPD policy, you can follow their program but must submit an annual CPD declaration.

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Any learning activity can count as verifiable CPD when you can answer YES to these three questions:  

  • Was the learning activity relevant to your career?  
  • Can you explain how you applied the learning in the workplace?  
  • Can you provide evidence that you undertook the learning activity?  

Non-verifiable CPD is general learning that is not related to a specific outcome or for which it isn't easy to gather evidence. It can include general reading, such as technical journal articles.

New ACCA professionals must start accumulating CPD from January 1 after becoming members and submit their CPD declaration by January 1 of the following year.

No, there is no specific ethics requirement for ACCA professional CPD.

No, ACCA has no minimum content requirements for professional CPD.

ACCA accepts a wide range of subject areas for professional CPD. Click here to view detailed ACCA-approved subject areas. 

Yes, ACCA allows professionals to complete 100% of their CPD units through self-study.

Eligible CPD activities for ACCA professionals include webinars, online courses, podcasts, online articles, learning at work, face-to-face courses, committees, panels, discussion groups, and more

ACCA professionals must complete their CPD requirements by January 1 each year.

Our Fast Track ACCA professional CPD packages are curated bundles designed to efficiently meet ACCA’s CPD requirements. These packages cover all necessary CPD needs, saving time when selecting individual courses.  

The CPD reporting period for ACCA professionals runs annually from January 1 to December 31.

The ACCA license must be renewed by January 1 each year.  

If an ACCA professional completes more than 21 verifiable CPD units in a year, they may carry forward up to 21 of these additional units to the following CPD year. Non-verifiable units cannot be carried forward.

ACCA professionals should keep CPD records for at least three years, as the state board may audit them. Click here for more details.

Here is the link to access the ACCA website for FAQs on CPD requirements and regulations. 

The annual license renewal fee for ACCA professionals is £311. Click here to view the fee schedule. 

Yes, ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) states that any activity can count as CPD for its professionals as long as it is relevant to their current role or aligns with their future career goals. Our courses qualify for ACCA. For your convenience, we have added a "QUALIFIES FOR" section on each course page to provide specific details about the approval and qualifications of CPD credits. Please refer to these details when selecting courses.

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