All states require some level of accounting education to become a licensed CPA. In most states, this includes 150 credit hours in college-level accounting courses. Some CPA accounting candidates complete this requirement as undergraduate students.

Is CPA a degree or diploma?

You will not be awarded with a degree or diploma certificate after completing CPA. However, you will be given a certificate of completion. CPA is a professional exam which was introduced to improve skills and knowledge for those in the business career.

What is CPA course duration?

It normally takes 7-12 months in completing the CPA Course whereas it takes a minimum of 3 years to complete CA.