Chartered Tax Adviser Qualification
The Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualification is the leading tax advisory qualification in Ireland for tax professionals.
A three-Part qualification which delivers deep tax technical knowledge and legislative expertise, this is the professional tax qualification of choice in the marketplace.
Autumn 2024 course has commenced. Further details including key dates available in Chartered Tax Adviser handbook
Handbook & Syllabus
Handbook - course information & regulations
Syllabus - what you will study
Exemptions
Find out more about Recognised Exemptions
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Please contact students@taxinstitute.ie
Who is it for?
This programme meets the needs of those who work in full-time tax roles or aspire to develop their career in tax, including:
- Graduates from all disciplines embarking on their tax careers
- Accounting and finance professionals
- Legal professionals who wish to advise on tax-related issues
- Tax specialists working throughout the public sector
What will I achieve through the qualification?
- Deep tax technical knowledge across all tax heads in an ever-changing domestic and international environment
- A proven mastery of the tax implications of life events and commercial transactions as well as related corporate, legal and accounting issues
- Expertise in the interpretation and application of tax legislation, case law and precedents
- Professional advisory skills including the ability to research, analyse and communicate complex tax matters
How will I learn?
The CTA qualification is designed, delivered and assessed in line with best practice in professional education. Using bespoke materials updated to reflect the most topical tax issues, students are taught to navigate and interpret legislation.
Delivered through a range of innovative blended modules, the course provides maximum flexibility to suit students’ needs.
How will I be assessed?
Students are assessed by a combination of exams and professional skills assignments.
Achievement of the CTA qualification is testament to the student’s ability to provide technically correct and commercially sound tax advice. There are two exam sittings each year.
What will I study
View the syllabus for full details on course content
What are the entry requirements?
An Honours (Level 8) degree
No training contract is required to qualify as a Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA)
Are there any exemptions available?
You can check your eligibility for exemptions on the List of Recognised Exemptions
Course Fees & Payment
Part 1
All 4 Modules €1,615
Cost per Module €500
Part 2
All 4 Modules €1,715
Cost per Module €550
Part 3
All 4 Modules €2,200
Cost per Module €755
Student Subscription
€250
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The next Chatered Tax Adviser (CTA) course will be commencing in Summer 2025 and will be delivered online
Please contact students@taxinstitute.ie for further information
