Passing exams is only one part of becoming a successful professional in an accountancy and tax career.

Qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, and CTA require deep technical knowledge — but succeeding in the workplace also depends on communication, resilience, leadership and ethical judgement.

That’s why Kaplan now includes access to our award-winning skills and behaviours OnDemand modules within many of our professional accountancy and tax courses. These modules are designed to complement technical learning and help students develop the professional capabilities that support long-term career success — not just qualification success.

Why professional skills matter

Gaining a professional qualification is a major step — but technical knowledge alone isn’t what defines success in the workplace.

As you progress in your career, you’re expected not only to understand complex information, but also to communicate it clearly, work effectively with others, and contribute to decisions that impact the wider business.

Many learners find that while their studies build strong technical foundations, applying that knowledge in a professional environment requires a broader set of skills.

Developing confidence, resilience and professional judgement alongside your studies can make a significant difference — helping you move beyond passing exams to performing effectively in your role.

This is where Kaplan’s skills and behaviours modules come in — supporting learners in developing the mindset and capabilities needed to apply their knowledge in real-world situations.

Standard training can sometimes neglect how to apply professional training knowledge in the workplace, focusing on the technical syllabus. While this is essential, it often leaves a gap in areas that are just as important for long-term performance and career success, such as managing pressure, communicating effectively, and developing leadership potential.

Kaplan’s skills and behaviours modules are designed to help bridge this gap.

By supporting the development of professional mindset and resilience alongside technical knowledge, these modules help learners build the stamina needed to progress confidently in their careers.

What are the skills and behaviours modules?

Previously available only to apprentices, Kaplan’s skills and behaviours modules are now included in many fee-paying professional courses.

Delivered through flexible OnDemand learning, the modules allow students to develop key professional capabilities at their own pace alongside their studies.

These award-winning modules explore areas such as:

• leadership and professional confidence
• problem-solving and critical thinking
• communication and influencing skills
• ethical and professional decision-making
• managing energy, well-being, and performance
• developing effective study habits and resilience.

For example, modules focused on communication and problem-solving help learners move from simply understanding information to influencing decisions, while others support confidence, resilience and professional judgement.

The content is designed to help learners do more than just qualify — helping them apply their knowledge in practice and grow into confident professionals.

Supporting the transition into professional life

For many students, the biggest challenge isn’t understanding technical concepts — it’s applying that knowledge effectively in a professional environment.

Success in the workplace requires more than technical expertise. It means thinking independently, solving complex problems, and contributing confidently to real business decisions.

The skills and behaviours modules are designed to support this transition. They help learners move beyond passive learning and develop the ability to apply their knowledge in practice, communicate ideas clearly, and add value within their organisation.

They also focus on building sustainable performance. By helping learners develop strong study habits, manage their energy, and recognise potential barriers early, the modules support consistent progress and long-term effectiveness.

Ultimately, this helps learners move from producing technical information to becoming professionals who can interpret data, influence decisions, and contribute strategically within organisations.

Who can access the modules?

The skills and behaviours modules are now included within Kaplan’s ACA, ACCA, CIMA, and CTA courses.

They are available with the following study methods:

• Classroom
• Live Online
• OnDemand

These modules are not currently available with Distance Learning courses or certain qualifications such as AAT or ATT.

Developing more than technical knowledge

Professional qualifications are a significant investment of time, effort, and ambition. Kaplan’s goal is not only to help learners pass exams, but to support them in building the skills that will sustain their careers long after qualification.

By combining expert technical training with structured professional skills development, Kaplan courses help learners gain more than a qualification — they gain the confidence, resilience, and leadership potential needed to succeed in a competitive professional environment.

Discover the skills and behaviours modules

If you’re looking to go beyond passing exams and start building the skills that will help you stand out in your career, Kaplan’s skills and behaviours modules are designed to support you every step of the way.

Explore our skills and behaviours modules to see how you can develop the confidence, resilience and professional capabilities needed to apply your knowledge in the workplace — not just in exams.

You can also discover how they are included within our professional qualifications in ACA, ACCA, CIMA, and CTA, helping you build the resilience, confidence and leadership skills needed to succeed in your career.