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In CTA Advanced Technical you will be tested on the depth of your technical knowledge in the areas of taxation which you choose. You can choose two areas most relevant to your work based tax specialism to focus on, and learn about how to identify and solve tax issues.
Average duration
12 months
Assessments
Two advanced technical exams
Kaplan pass rate
13% higher than global average*
*Versus the global average pass rate of 53%, across all levels in 2024. Valid as of May 2025.
Programmes are running regularly throughout the year. View our timetables for scheduled sessions (Classroom and Live Online) to see when the next one is running.
There are no entry requirements to commence the CTA qualification. However the CIOT strongly recommends those without an accounting or law qualification should first study ATT.
By the end of Advanced Technical, you'll have a deep understanding of your chosen specialist tax areas and the ability to apply complex legislation to real-world situations. You'll develop strong analytical skills, enabling you to evaluate client scenarios, identify key tax issues, and recommend effective solutions. This stage also sharpens your research and interpretation abilities, ensuring you can navigate detailed tax law with confidence. Ultimately, you'll be equipped to provide high-level, strategic advice to clients and employers alike.
You may be eligible to sit the exams and become CTA qualified as part of an apprenticeship, depending on your circumstances.
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The modules selected must not be the same as the awareness modules you select.
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You’ll learn how to identify and solve tax issues in owner-managed businesses. You’ll cover taxes applicable to both incorporated and unincorporated businesses, to include Income Tax, National Insurance, Capital Gains Tax, and Corporation tax, and use your judgement and technical knowledge to assess tax and answer tax problems.
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You’ll learn how to identify and solve tax issues individuals may face. You’ll cover taxes applicable to individuals; to include Income Tax on employment income, property income and foreign income, Capital Gains Tax, and National Insurance, and learn how these are affected by an Individual’s residence and domicile.
You’ll learn the skills needed to identify and resolve tax issues that are found in individuals, trusts and estates; to include Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax, and Inheritance Tax.
You’ll gain an understanding of the legislation and technical knowledge needed to find and solve tax issues that are found in major corporates, primarily FTSE 100 and FTSE 350 companies; to encompass Corporation Tax, Capital Gains in relation to corporates and groups, and Stamp Duty.
Learn to spot and resolve tax issues for employers, focusing on Income Tax and National Insurance. While the emphasis is on the employer’s side, you’ll also explore how employment income affects employees.
Human Capital courses are held at Tolley’s premises for Kaplan — call 0161 259 7400 or email studentservices@kaplan.co.uk to book this course.
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You must register with CIOT as a student at least four months in advance of taking your first exam. Each Advanced Technical paper is a ‘stand alone’ paper, exam details include:
Sittings: Every six months, with exams in May and November.
Time: 3 hours 30 minutes with no reading time.
Questions: Five or six long-style questions for either 10, 15, or 20 marks each (totalling 100 marks).
Format: Mix of computational and written questions.
Pass mark: 50%, and you’ll receive a credit in that paper.
There are two pathways to achieving this qualification, depending on whether you're exempt from the Awareness paper.
Complete in 12 months
Law, Ethics, Accounting
Select first Advanced Technical Paper
Select second Advanced Technical Paper and the matching Application and Professional Skills Paper
Complete in 18 months
Awareness Paper
Tip: If you are a qualified accountant (ACCA with ATX, ICAEW, ICAI, ICAS) or qualified ATT, you may be exempt from the Awareness paper.
Also, because the technical knowledge required for the Application and Professional Skills paper closely aligns with the related Advanced Technical paper, it’s recommended to take both at the same time.
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For Classroom and Live Online, we offer both tuition and revision courses for CTA Advanced Technical. On tuition courses the focus is on learning the key areas of the syllabus covered in the course workbook, laying down a foundation of technical knowledge. Revision courses build upon this knowledge, focusing upon exam question practice and technique to prepare you for the real exam. Distance Learning is a complete course so you do not need to choose the individual elements.
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