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FAQs

What courses do I need to become a CPA?

You need the courses listed in the Academic Pre-Requisites Guide.

If you are missing a course or do not have a sufficient grade, you can take it at your post-secondary institution, at another institution that offers the course, or through the CPA Western School of Business preparatory courses.

Once you have all the courses and have completed your degree, you can start the CPA Professional Education Program.

What is CPA PEP?

The CPA Professional Education Program (CPA PEP) is the education required to become a CPA. The program takes two years to complete and is designed to be completed part-time while you are working full-time towards your practical experience requirement.

Learn more about CPA PEP.

Are there any other ways to become a CPA besides taking CPA PEP?

Yes. The Master of Accounting (MAcc) at the University of Alberta or the Master of Professional Accounting (MPAcc) at the University of Saskatchewan are two options available in Western Canada.

These two programs will fulfill the same requirements as the CPA PEP modules. At the conclusion of these master’s programs, candidates will write the Common Final Exam (CFE).

How do I find a job? Will you help me?

To become a CPA, you will need 30 months of practical experience. While CPA Alberta does not provide placements for prospective CPAs, resources are available to help.
Meet Your Employer is a career fair-style event to connect prospective CPAs with their future employer. CPA Alberta holds this event annually, bringing together thousands of students and key employer partners in Alberta.

The Career Centre has free resources available to help job-seekers with their networking and interview skills.

Many post-secondary institutions have career resources available to their students. Ask around your campus to see what services you can access.

How do I start counting my practical experience?

You will need access to PERT, the Practical Experience Reporting Tool. You will gain access to PERT when you register as a CPA PEP Candidate.

Learn more about Practical Experience.

I have another question!

Please contact us at recruitment@cpaalberta.ca and we will be happy to answer your questions by email or set up a virtual appointment.

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