Understanding ACCA Approval: What it means for your studies
19 Sep 2025
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If you're considering how best to study for your ACCA qualification, you may have seen phrases such as 'ACCA Approved Learning Partner' or 'ACCA Content Partner'. These terms can appear quite similar, but there are important distinctions to be aware of.
Let's explore what it means to be an ACCA Approved Learning Partner, the difference between learning partners and content partners, and why Kaplan is a leader in ACCA tuition.
What is an 'ACCA Approved Learning Partner'?
An ACCA Approved Learning Partner (ALP) is a designation awarded by ACCA to tuition providers that meet strict criteria for teaching quality, student support, and course delivery. There are three levels of approval: Silver, Gold, and Platinum, with Platinum being the highest.
What does this mean for you as a learner?
Studying with an approved provider like Kaplan offers a number of advantages:
- High-quality tuition: ALPs adhere to ACCA’s global standards for course delivery, student engagement, and academic support.
- Robust quality assurance: ACCA carries out regular reviews and monitoring to ensure providers continue to meet these standards.
- Improved outcomes: Platinum ALPs, in particular, consistently achieve exam pass rates above the global average, helping you maximise your chances of success.
Kaplan is proud to hold Platinum Approved Learning Partner status – clear recognition of the outstanding quality of our ACCA courses and learning resources.
The difference between ACCA Approved Learning Provider (ALP) and Content Partner
An ACCA Approved Learning Partner (ALP) is responsible for delivering your course. This includes online tuition, along with academic support designed to help you succeed in your exams. ALPs are recognised by ACCA for meeting high standards in teaching and student support.
In contrast, a Content Partner provides the study materials used during your course or for self-study. These resources typically include study texts, exam kits, and revision aids such as pocket notes.
In short, the Learning Partner delivers the teaching, while the Content Partner provides the study materials to support your learning. At Kaplan, our ACCA courses are delivered as an Approved Learning Partner, and our study materials, available through Kaplan Publishing, are recognised as Content Partner resources.
The transition from content 'provider' to 'partner'
Kaplan was previously part of the ACCA Approved Content Provider programme, which recognised publishers that produced high-quality study materials aligned with the ACCA syllabus.
This programme has recently been updated and is now known as the ACCA Content Partner programme. Kaplan is proud to be one of only two ACCA Content Partners worldwide.
Although the name has changed, the core principles of the partnership remain. Kaplan continues to develop trusted, high-quality materials that meet ACCA’s rigorous standards and support student success globally.
Why Kaplan’s materials stand out
When you enrol on a Kaplan course, you’ll receive Kaplan Publishing materials as part of your learning package. Our ACCA resources are carefully developed to support your success. Here’s what makes them different:
Exclusive access to exam content
Kaplan remains contractually authorised by ACCA to include recent past exam questions and official examiners' answers in our study materials. This means you will prepare using the most accurate and relevant content available.
Created by subject experts
Our resources are written by experienced tutors who also teach ACCA courses. This ensures the content is both practical and closely aligned with real classroom and exam situations.
Regularly updated
Thanks to our strong relationship with ACCA, we stay in close contact with their examining team. This allows us to ask syllabus-related questions during development, helping ensure the information you receive is clear, current, and directly informed by those who set the exams. Our materials are reviewed and updated each year to reflect any changes in the syllabus.
Comprehensive support throughout
You won’t just learn the theory. Our materials are designed to help you apply your knowledge through exam kits, practice questions, mock exams, and supplementary tools that enhance understanding and build exam confidence.
The difference between ACCA's Study Hub and ACCA Content Partners
With the introduction of the ACCA Study Hub, you might be considering whether to use ACCA’s own learning platform or continue with your current courses and materials. Here’s what ACCA advises:
- The Study Hub is designed to complement your studies, not replace them.
- ACCA explicitly states that learners studying with an Approved Learning Partner or using study materials from an ACCA Content Partner should continue with their current method.
Kaplan’s study materials provide the core content you need for exam success, offering detailed coverage and expert guidance. The Study Hub can be used alongside these resources to reinforce your learning with extra practice and review activities.
Summary and FAQs
1. Can I trust Kaplan’s materials to be accurate and up-to-date?
Yes. Our materials are reviewed and updated annually to align with ACCA’s latest syllabus and exam requirements. You can be confident that the content you’re studying is accurate, relevant, and reflects current standards.
2. What’s the difference between Kaplan's resources and the ACCA Study Hub?
When you study with Kaplan, you receive everything you need to prepare effectively, including expertly developed content, practice questions, mock exams, and tutor support. Digital versions of these materials are included with your course, and printed copies are available through Kaplan Publishing.
The ACCA Study Hub is designed to complement your studies, providing additional exercises and practice opportunities.
3. Why is Platinum status important?
Kaplan’s Platinum Approved Learning Partner status is the highest recognition awarded by ACCA. It reflects our commitment to quality tuition, consistent student success, and a learning experience that meets ACCA’s global standards.
Ready to start your studies?
Choosing the right support can make all the difference in your ACCA journey. With Kaplan, you’ll benefit from expertly developed materials, high-quality tuition, and a strong history of helping students succeed.
Subscribe to the full ACCA course and be confident that you’ve chosen a Platinum Approved Learning Partner you can rely on.
Understanding ACCA Approval: What it means for your studies
19 Sep 2025
If you're considering how best to study for your ACCA qualification, you may have seen phrases such as 'ACCA Approved Learning Partner' or 'ACCA Content Partner'. These terms can appear quite similar, but there are important distinctions to be aware of.
Let's explore what it means to be an ACCA Approved Learning Partner, the difference between learning partners and content partners, and why Kaplan is a leader in ACCA tuition.
What is an 'ACCA Approved Learning Partner'?
An ACCA Approved Learning Partner (ALP) is a designation awarded by ACCA to tuition providers that meet strict criteria for teaching quality, student support, and course delivery. There are three levels of approval: Silver, Gold, and Platinum, with Platinum being the highest.
What does this mean for you as a learner?
Studying with an approved provider like Kaplan offers a number of advantages:
- High-quality tuition: ALPs adhere to ACCA’s global standards for course delivery, student engagement, and academic support.
- Robust quality assurance: ACCA carries out regular reviews and monitoring to ensure providers continue to meet these standards.
- Improved outcomes: Platinum ALPs, in particular, consistently achieve exam pass rates above the global average, helping you maximise your chances of success.
Kaplan is proud to hold Platinum Approved Learning Partner status – clear recognition of the outstanding quality of our ACCA courses and learning resources.
The difference between ACCA Approved Learning Provider (ALP) and Content Partner
An ACCA Approved Learning Partner (ALP) is responsible for delivering your course. This includes online tuition, along with academic support designed to help you succeed in your exams. ALPs are recognised by ACCA for meeting high standards in teaching and student support.
In contrast, a Content Partner provides the study materials used during your course or for self-study. These resources typically include study texts, exam kits, and revision aids such as pocket notes.
In short, the Learning Partner delivers the teaching, while the Content Partner provides the study materials to support your learning. At Kaplan, our ACCA courses are delivered as an Approved Learning Partner, and our study materials, available through Kaplan Publishing, are recognised as Content Partner resources.
The transition from content 'provider' to 'partner'
Kaplan was previously part of the ACCA Approved Content Provider programme, which recognised publishers that produced high-quality study materials aligned with the ACCA syllabus.
This programme has recently been updated and is now known as the ACCA Content Partner programme. Kaplan is proud to be one of only two ACCA Content Partners worldwide.
Although the name has changed, the core principles of the partnership remain. Kaplan continues to develop trusted, high-quality materials that meet ACCA’s rigorous standards and support student success globally.
Why Kaplan’s materials stand out
When you enrol on a Kaplan course, you’ll receive Kaplan Publishing materials as part of your learning package. Our ACCA resources are carefully developed to support your success. Here’s what makes them different:
Exclusive access to exam content
Kaplan remains contractually authorised by ACCA to include recent past exam questions and official examiners' answers in our study materials. This means you will prepare using the most accurate and relevant content available.
Created by subject experts
Our resources are written by experienced tutors who also teach ACCA courses. This ensures the content is both practical and closely aligned with real classroom and exam situations.
Regularly updated
Thanks to our strong relationship with ACCA, we stay in close contact with their examining team. This allows us to ask syllabus-related questions during development, helping ensure the information you receive is clear, current, and directly informed by those who set the exams. Our materials are reviewed and updated each year to reflect any changes in the syllabus.
Comprehensive support throughout
You won’t just learn the theory. Our materials are designed to help you apply your knowledge through exam kits, practice questions, mock exams, and supplementary tools that enhance understanding and build exam confidence.
The difference between ACCA's Study Hub and ACCA Content Partners
With the introduction of the ACCA Study Hub, you might be considering whether to use ACCA’s own learning platform or continue with your current courses and materials. Here’s what ACCA advises:
- The Study Hub is designed to complement your studies, not replace them.
- ACCA explicitly states that learners studying with an Approved Learning Partner or using study materials from an ACCA Content Partner should continue with their current method.
Kaplan’s study materials provide the core content you need for exam success, offering detailed coverage and expert guidance. The Study Hub can be used alongside these resources to reinforce your learning with extra practice and review activities.
Summary and FAQs
1. Can I trust Kaplan’s materials to be accurate and up-to-date?
Yes. Our materials are reviewed and updated annually to align with ACCA’s latest syllabus and exam requirements. You can be confident that the content you’re studying is accurate, relevant, and reflects current standards.
2. What’s the difference between Kaplan's resources and the ACCA Study Hub?
When you study with Kaplan, you receive everything you need to prepare effectively, including expertly developed content, practice questions, mock exams, and tutor support. Digital versions of these materials are included with your course, and printed copies are available through Kaplan Publishing.
The ACCA Study Hub is designed to complement your studies, providing additional exercises and practice opportunities.
3. Why is Platinum status important?
Kaplan’s Platinum Approved Learning Partner status is the highest recognition awarded by ACCA. It reflects our commitment to quality tuition, consistent student success, and a learning experience that meets ACCA’s global standards.
Ready to start your studies?
Choosing the right support can make all the difference in your ACCA journey. With Kaplan, you’ll benefit from expertly developed materials, high-quality tuition, and a strong history of helping students succeed.
Subscribe to the full ACCA course and be confident that you’ve chosen a Platinum Approved Learning Partner you can rely on.
