Start making an impact in your profession. Volunteer!
Get involved in your CPA community with one of these opportunities.
Advocacy Utilize our Advocacy page to make your voice heard.
Legislative Keyperson Program If you have an interest in Michigan politics and want to be an advocate for the CPA profession, consider joining the State Legislative Keyperson Program.
Tax Assistance Your skills can make a difference to those who can’t afford the assistance of a tax professional.
Task Forces Get involved with groups in Accounting and Auditing, Membership Advisory, Practice Management, Professional Development, Tax, or one of our Special Interest Areas.
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Become a CPA
There are many benefits to becoming a CPA, including low unemployment, excellent pay, endless job opportunities in various fields and the respect of business leaders and your community at large.
Get started with these steps:
1. Education Requirements: Current Michigan law requires that CPA candidates complete 150
semester hours of college education, including a Bachelor’s degree or higher degree with a concentration in Accounting, from an accredited institution. View Student Resources.
2. Take The Uniform CPA Exam: In order to meet the requirements for a CPA license, candidates must pass the Uniform Certified Public Accountant
Examination, a 16-hour, computer-based test comprised of four sections.
3. Experience Requirements: Experience
may be gained through employment in government, industry, academia or public practice. 2,000 hours must be completed within a period of not less than one calendar year and not more than five calendar years before your request for certification.
4. Final Steps: Belong! – Once you receive your CPA license, let us know! No matter
where you are in your career, the MICPA will be your trusted resource for life!
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