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Eligibility for becoming a CPA
Learn more about your eligibility to become a CPA depending on your career stage
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How to apply
Begin or continue your application now to become a member of CPA Australia
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Information sessions
Attend an information session to discover how becoming a CPA can advance your career
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Study your way
You can study the CPA Program via distance learning, and via full-time or postgraduate options in some regions
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Foundation exams
Our foundation exams allow you to demonstrate the competencies required to begin the CPA Program
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Pathways to CPA Australia from other designations
Find out if your membership with another accounting body will assist you in becoming a member of CPA Australia
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The CPA Program pathway
Integrating education and practical experience, our program uses current and internationally relevant content to provide an understanding of the issues that organisations face every day.
If you’ve studied an accounting-related degree, it's likely you can enter the CPA Program directly. In some cases, you may need to complete further studies.
Below are the elements that make up the CPA Program.
Pathway to CPA status
Preparing for the CPA Program
Many CPA Program candidates follow a traditional entry pathway by completing an accredited degree, but we also welcome applicants with diverse educational backgrounds.
Foundation exams provide the background required to begin the CPA Program. They are flexible and self-paced – you can enrol any time and choose where and when you’ll sit your exam.
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Our application process is simple and fast. Begin your journey to CPA certification today.
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Section 5: Frequently asked questions
Learn more by reading our FAQs - frequently asked questions relating to the requirements, process and changing a professional accreditation.
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Section 1: Principles underlying accreditation
The professional bodies are committed to ensuring excellence in accounting education through effective cooperation with higher education providers via the process of professional accreditation
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Online proctored exam
Online exams can be taken from home in a suitable environment, and are supervised remotely by a proctor
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My Online Learning
Our online education platform gives you access to all of your learning materials and study resources in one place
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Professional tuition
We've partnered with approved providers to deliver face-to-face tuition for candidates who thrive on direct teacher contact
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You're a CPA
Congratulations, you’re now a CPA.
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