Current CPA PEP Candidates

Candidates currently enrolled in CPA PEP will have an opportunity to finish the program. However, there is a transition path to the CPA Professional Program for those who are unable to complete their current program. Over the next few years, current CPA PEP candidates will have decisions to make on how to proceed:

Stay the course: There is no requirement to transition to the new program if you are on track to complete the existing program. Note, the last CFE offering will take place in September 2028.

Transition: There will be a transition period from January 2027 to December 2028. If you are in good standing, you may be able to transition your education, experience, or both to the CPA Professional Program.

• If you transition your education and exams, CPA PEP modules or exams that you successfully complete will count towards exemptions from equivalent modules or exams in the new CPA Professional Program. However, anyone who transitions education to the CPA Professional Program must, at a minimum, complete the Professional Readiness module and the Professional Final Exam 3.
• If you transition your experience, experience recognized under the existing program will be assessed to determine the experience requirements you will need to meet from the new program.

Further information is anticipated in 2026, including details on possible program time limit adjustments as well as bridging resources to support your transition.