Becoming a Certified Public Accountant…
There are no limits to the career opportunities!
The terms accountant and CPA are used interchangeably, but there are several big differences. The CPA credential carries significant weight in business and financial circles. This is reflected in the wide array of career opportunities—in public accounting, business, industry, government and education—for CPAs and the strong employment outlook.
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CPA licensure requires:
Education & Experience & Examination
The Maine Board of Accountancy grants a license of Certified Public Accountant to a person who:
- Is of good moral character
- Completes 150 semester hours of college education
- Passes the Uniform CPA Examination
- Satisfies the experience requirements
- Files an application for a CPA Certificate with the Maine Board of Accountancy and pays required fees
For more information about CPA licensure in the State of Maine, visit:
Maine Board of Accountancy
Ready to take the Uniform CPA Exam in Maine? Directions on how to apply can be found here. CPA Examination Services
More Resources
NASBA’s Uniform CPA Examination Candidate Bulletin provides more detailed information regarding the computerized exam.
Browse FAQ from the AICPA’s CPA Examination website