Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
| Designation Essentials | |
|---|---|
| Status | Currently offered and recognized by all 50 states, the District of Columbia and four US Territories. Each state and jurisdiction has its own Board of Accountancy that grants CPA certification and licensure. For more information, go to AccountingEdu.org. |
| Issuing Organization | Boards of Accountancy |
| Qualification and Educational Requirements | |
| Prerequisites | See How to Become a CPA by State |
| Education Requirements | See How to Become a CPA by State |
| Examination Type | See How to Become a CPA by State |
| Continuing Education Requirements | See How to Become a CPA by State |
| Verification, Complaints and Accreditation | |
| Check Designation Status Online | Contact the appropriate board of accountancy |
| Investor Complaint Process | Yes, by contacting the appropriate board of accountancy |
| Published List of Disciplined Designees | None |
| Accredited By | None |