Routes to entry

There are 3 main routes to entry in becoming a CPA:

• Route 1: Hold a recognised degree, diploma, certificate, accounting technician or professional qualification
• Route 2: School leaver
• Route 3: Mature student

* For further details about the different routes to entry click here.

Steps involved

There are a number of steps involved in becoming a CPA.

• Step 1: Confirm your exemption entitlements
• Step 2: Register - with the CPA Institute and your chosen CPA Approved Educator
• Step 3: Complete 4 levels of exams
• Step 4: Complete a minimum of 3 years relevant supervised training
• Step 5: Prove your competency in I.T.

For further details on the steps involved in becoming a CPA visit the following sections: exemptions, registration, exams & study and training. Or contact Ciara Murphy in the Institute on +353 1 425 1000

While the majority of entrants have studied business or accountancy this is not essential and the qualification is open to all.