ACA student support

Our everyday experiences affect our mental health; what causes it to deteriorate can be different for everyone. 

If we neglect to prioritise our mental health and become overextended, it can make us feel a sense of helplessness. This can easily happen at work, during revision or in our personal lives.

Here at caba, we can help you get back to feeling yourself again, whether you need a listening ear or steps to get you back on track. We can connect you to a number of therapy pathways including 1 to 1 online or telephone counselling to help you navigate challenges.

Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness, these feelings can happen to anyone at any time.

Talk to us today.

Financial difficulties can impact anyone and it often manifests through stress, anxiety and uncertainty about the future. It may also affect our personal relationships, mental wellbeing and overall quality of life.

Here’s how we can help, whether you live in the UK or anywhere internationally. We offer a wide range of financial support to help you get on track of your finances. As we’re independent to the ICAEW, your case will be handled with absolute confidentiality.

Our financial support can help those on low income with one-off costs such as ICAEW membership and admission fees, essential household items or maintenance, back to school payments and energy cost donations.

We have specialist debt advisors on hand to help you identify the best options for getting on top of your debt. 

We’ll work with you to understand your situation and any statutory benefits or local grants you may be entitled to.

Whatever your worries, big or small, know you’re not alone. Contact us today and we can talk through your situation.

Also catch our latest financial podcasts ‘the cash conversation’ that explores topics such as debt, budgeting and savings.

The journey through your ACAs is challenging and demanding. But for neurodivergent students, this path can present even more obstacles during this stressful period of your life.

Depending on your neurodivergent circumstances, you may be entitled to support both in the workplace and beyond from us at caba.
 
This could be through aiding your ICAEW access arrangements, Access To Work applications, help related benefits and financial support for assistive technologies.

We can also support if you’re looking for a diagnosis of, or need an up-to-date assessment for, dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD. We can also give guidance around Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) or those whom have a diagnosis and wish to access further support.

Talk to our team today to find out more.

Exam failure can be a very disheartening experience, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about your future. You’re probably wondering what your next steps are.

Firstly, it’s important to start dealing with the emotional challenges that exam failure has brought you. Our support is here if you’re feeling the pressure of speaking to people about failing exams and the effect this has had on your mental health.

Making sure your loved ones know that you’ve failed is the first step in this process, here’s a few tips if you’re struggling.

Secondly, it may be that your training contract is dependant on you passing your exams If so, it’s a good idea to speak to your supervisor about what this means for you. We can also help you work out your options if you require legal advice on your rights. 

If your financial situation is a concern or you have family members who are dependant on you, get in touch with us today. We talk you through what financial support you may be entitled to.

Remember you’re not alone in your journey, we’re here to help you!

Do you have questions or issues regarding your training contract that the ICAEW’s Student Support Team haven’t been able to resolve?

We can provide you access to our partners who can offer free independent telephone legal advice, giving you comprehensive information and guidance on your situation.

Additionally, our partners can offer advice for a range of matters relating to family, consumer, employment law and much more. 

Contact us today to discuss your situation further.