ISCA Career Support
To ensure continued access to professional development and community, ISCA will be providing fee waiver support for new and current ISCA members to help them to be part of the ISCA community while they navigate their career paths
Membership Fee Waiver
Who can apply?
Current or aspiring accounting professionals, including ISCA and non-ISCA members, may apply for the Membership Fee Waiver support*.
*Subject to approval
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for Membership Fee Waiver under the ISCA Career Support Programme, you will need to provide supporting documentation to prove that you are
- Became unemployed due to involuntary reasons (such as retrenchment, cessation of business, dismissal, or health-related termination), or are returning to the workforce after an extended career break due to caregiving responsibilities AND
- Earned an average gross monthly income (1) of S$3,000 or less in the past 6 months (excluding employer CPF contributions). This includes only the period(s) where the individual is employed and earning an income.
- Actively looking for employment for past 6 months
How to apply?
Please kindly prepare the following documents when you submit your application to facilitate the application process
- CPF Transaction History for the past 6 months and/or
- Termination Letter from Previous Employer and/or
- Any other documents such as Medical certification/letter from registered and authorised medical practitioners to prove unemployment circumstances AND
- Evidence of ongoing job search efforts (E.g. Screenshots of Job Applications, Interview Arrangements)
Do provide as much supporting documents as possible to facilitate a smoother application review process.
If you would like to upskill and bridge any skills gap while seeking your next accounting job opportunity, here are the resources that are available if you are enrolled in the ISCA Career Support Programme
Skills First Pay Later
Disclaimer: Users who are eligible for “skills first pay later” will be allowed to select from one of the following course/certifications. Please note that all course and certification selections are subject to ISCA's review and approval, and ISCA reserves the final decision.
ISCA Sustainability Professional Certification*New
The ISCA Sustainability Professional Certification is designed for accountants, finance professionals, CFOs, risk professionals, and sustainability practitioners involved in sustainability reporting, climate disclosures, and ESG-related decision-making.
It is also suitable for professionals who are new to sustainability and wish to build a strong foundation to enter the sustainability reporting space with confidence.
To find out more on the Sustainability Professional Certification and where to apply, do visit: Sustainability Professional Certification.
For successful Career Support Programme Applicants, ISCA will be waiving your Sustainability Professional Certification Course and Application Fees.
Requirements: Candidate must finish the course within 6 months upon enrollment
ISCA Sustainability Assurance Professional Certification*New
The ISCA Sustainability Assurance Professional Certification is designed for assurance, risk, audit, and sustainability professionals who are involved in, or preparing to support, assurance engagements on sustainability and climate-related disclosures.
This certification is intended for members who have completed the ISCA Sustainability Professional Certification prior to progressing to the Sustainability Assurance Professional Certification. This prerequisite ensures that participants have a strong foundation in sustainability reporting concepts and frameworks.
To find out more on the Sustainability Assurance Professional Certification and where to apply, do visit: Sustainability Assurance Professional Certification.
For successful Career Support Programme Applicants, ISCA will be waiving your Sustainability Assurance Professional Certification Course and Application Fees.
Requirements: Candidate must finish the course within 6 months upon enrollment
ISCA Financial Forensic Accounting Qualification*New
The ISCA Financial Forensic Accounting Qualification equips accounting and finance professionals with the specialised skills and professional judgement required to support financial investigations, disputes and fraud-related matters.
The qualification is also designed to address the growing demand for credible forensic accounting capabilities across professional services firms, corporates, and the public sector. It focuses on practical application and professional judgement aligned with real-world forensic and investigative work.
To find out more on the FFAQ and where to apply, do visit: ISCA Financial Forensic Accounting Qualification (FFAQ).
For successful Career Support Programme Applicants, ISCA will be waiving your Financial Forensic Accounting Qualification Course and Application Fees.
Requirements: Candidate must finish the course within 6 months upon enrollment
ISCAccountify Subscription (Complimentary)
As part of the ISCA Career Support Programme, you will receive one-year complimentary access to ISCAccountify. This subscription-based learning platform provides self-paced, bite-sized learning to help you meet your CPE requirements if you are an ISCA member. If you are a non-member, this is a useful resource for you to keep pace and stay current with the latest advancements in business and accountancy.
Upon successful application of ISCA Career Support Programme, you will receive a separate email to your registered email address with steps on how to activate your complimentary ISCAccountify subscription
Professional Business Accountant Pathway
Aspiring accountants who want to develop their careers in accounting and finance may apply for the ISCA Professional Business Accountant (ISCA PBA).
Designed for those who want to advance their careers in accounting and finance but (1) have not completed the full SCAQ programme or (2) do not plan to become a CA (Singapore). It provides practical skills and knowledge that help professionals enhance their credentials without completing the full SCAQ programme. This pathway is ideal for those who want to build their expertise and professionalism as members of ISCA, gaining recognition from employers for having the right accounting and business skills, while upholding high ethical and professional standards.
To find out more on the Professional Business Accountant pathway and where to apply, do visit: Professional Business Accountant Pathway.
For successful Career Support Programme Applicants, ISCA will be waiving your PBA Course and Application Fees.
Requirements: Candidate must finish the PBA course within 6 months upon enrollment
Singapore Chartered Accountant Qualification
The Singapore CA Qualification is the national CA qualification. Upon completion of the programme, Candidates can apply for full membership at the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) to be conferred the designation, Singapore Chartered Accountant.
The Singapore CA Qualification is globally recognised and internationally portable. The Singapore CA certification offers wide career options in any industry, including leadership positions in C-Suite roles and also open doors of opportunity on a global stage.
To find out more about SCAQ and where to apply, do visit: Singapore CA Qualification.
Please click here to find out more on Foundation Programme.
Please click here to find out more on Professional Programme.
For successful Career Support Programme Applicants, ISCA will cover Examination Fees & Application Fee only for a maximum of 1 attempt per module.
Requirements: Candidates must commit to signing up for at least 1 module and examination in the next nearest intake (maximum of 1 attempt per module). The examinations are scheduled in June and December in each calendar year. Candidates must submit their latest six-month CPF contribution statement to ISCA for review with every exam intake application. Failure to provide the required CPF contribution statement may result in the fee waiver not being granted.