CPA Preparatory Courses Admission Requirements

Important: CPA Preparatory Courses Are Being Phased Out

The CPA preparatory courses will close in December 2027. 

If you are currently enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, CPA preparatory courses, the final date to register for a course and exam is November 4, 2027. The last exam sitting will take place in December 2027, and no exam rewrites will be available after this final sitting. 

Options when CPA preparatory courses are no longer offered

To be eligible for CPA Preparatory Courses, you must meet one of the following requirements:

Complete at least 30 credit hours (or equivalent) at a post-secondary institution.

Have at least three years of relevant experience with exposure to accounting and/or finance functions.

Note: Admission to CPA PEP requires a recognized degree and 120 credit hours of post-secondary education, or eight years of relevant experience under the Mature Status pathway.

Next Steps

Eligibility for CPA Preparatory Courses is assessed as part of the CPA PEP admission process. If prerequisite courses are identified as outstanding, you can complete them through:

Related Resources

Admission Steps
Course and Exam Schedule
Fees
Learner Support

Resources on CPA Canada website

CPA Preparatory Courses: Information
CPA Preparatory Courses: Resources
Harmonized Education Policies (HEP Vol.3)
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Questions?

If you have questions, please contact an Admission Advisor by emailing [email protected] or calling 1.866.420.2350 ext. 6001.