CPA candidates who graduated college with at least 150 credits must complete one year (1,600 hours) of work experience through employment in government, industry, academia, or public practice within five years of the date you apply for your license.
For those who passed at least one part of the CPA Exam before Dec. 31, 2011, other guidelines may apply. Please contact the Pennsylvania State Board of Accountancy if you think you may qualify as a conditional candidate.
Qualifying work experience includes providing any type of service or advice involving the use of:
The caliber of the experience must be satisfactory to the State Board of Accountancy and verified by an individual who is currently licensed to practice as a CPA in Pennsylvania or another jurisdiction.
Qualifying education requirements to obtain a CPA license:
The State Board issues Pennsylvania CPA licenses once all examination and work requirements have been met. Contact the board for licensing inquiries.