Core Unit 1A

CORE UNIT 1A - UNDERSTANDING RETIREMENT PROVISION

The aim of the unit is to provide an introductory overview of retirement provision in the UK including an appreciation of:

• how workplace pensions have developed, the different types of workplace provision and how they sit alongside State pension provision 
• the key features of automatic enrolment, trust and contract-based provision 
• the roles and responsibilities of those involved in running workplace pensions 
•  personal savings and the options for retirement saving 
• employee engagement with retirement provision. 

Manual for 2025 Exams 

CU1A- Understanding Retirement Provision manual.pdf

Printable version.pdf 

Manual for 2026 Exams

Core unit 1A - Understanding Retirement Provision Manual - 2026.pdf

Below are some example multiple-choice questions from this unit to help you prepare for the exam. Please note that these are for practice purposes only.

CU1A Sample Exam Questions.pdf