Types of membership: Associate Chartered Accountant

The following is an overview of the requirements for becoming an Associate Chartered Accountant.

An Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) designation is synonymous with high professional standards. The blend of accounting and business knowledge you'll gain, together with professional competence you'll develop, will open up a range of rewarding career paths.

Like all NZICA members, ACAs are committed to ongoing professional development and trained and required to act professionally and ethically.

To become an ACA, you'll need to complete:

  • academic study
  • a practical experience programme
  • a professional competence programme 

View the Associate Chartered Accountant membership pathway