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PER support

What trainees and mentors actually do


PER interactive case studies

Follow the journey of six individuals through PER– four trainees and two workplace mentors. Explore typical questions raised and challenges faced throughout the PER cycle and some of the choices and options available to you.

Access the PER interactive case studies PER interactive case studies - opens in a new window

Further resources, including Support Sheets and Case Studies are available from myACCA.


How to use the Trainee Development Matrix (TDM)

  • TDM user guide  PDF document - opens in a new window

  • A guide to help you through the various functions of the trainee development matrix (TDM) – this is also available through myACCA.

    TDM guidance videos

    ACCA has produced 18 short videos and pod casts which give a step-by-step guide to assist trainees and workplace mentors in completing the TDM.

    To access the TDM guidance videos click on the link in the 'see also...' section.


    Help with getting a workplace mentor

  • Mentor guide (PDF)  PDF document - opens in a new window

  • This guide has been designed to give to a person you would like to act as your workplace mentor. It briefly describes the nature of the role and the benefits to them.

    Download to send as hard copy or as an email attachment.


    PER in detail

  • PER guide for trainees (PDF)  PDF document - opens in a new window

  • Updated and improved for 2008, this guide explains all you need to know about ACCA's practical experience requirements in detail.


    Other resources

  • Performance objectives booklet (PDF)  PDF document - opens in a new window

  • The performance objectives booklet contains detailed information to help workplace mentors guide trainees on each performance objective they have to achieve, and understand the values and attitudes trainees should demonstrate as they gain their practical experience.

  • Answering challenge questions  PDF document - opens in a new window
  • A guide to help you understand how to approach the challenge questions which are related to the performance objectives. The guide contains sample answers to help you understand what a suitable answer may look like.
  • Trainee support sheet 1: Setting and meeting performance objectives  PDF document - opens in a new window
  • Trainee support sheet 2: Getting practical experience  PDF document - opens in a new window
  • Trainee support sheet 3: Ensuring personal effectiveness  PDF document - opens in a new window
  • Trainee support sheet 4: How to find a mentor  PDF document - opens in a new window
  • The support sheets provide guidance on what you need to do to help you achieve your practical experience, and can be used along side the other resources available on this site.
 


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