Steps to the CPA Designation



Step 1 - Join the WSCPA so you are eligible for discounts and resources.

Step 2 - Discounts on Review courses:

  • Becker CPA Review
    Becker CPA Exam Review offers WSCPA student members a $300 discount on both the live and the self-study Becker CPA Exam Review course. WSCPA members also enjoy the benefit of having no enrollment deadline and will receive the PassMaster Software at no additional cost.
  • ExamMatrix CPA Review
    WSCPA Members spend less than $700 on the ExamMatrix CPA Exam Review Course Software, Reference Books, Realistic Simulations, Pass or Refund Guarantee and No Lock Out. ExamMatrix's Adaptive Learning Software ensures every study session is 100% personalized to your study needs, optimizing your valuable time.

    Demo: www.ExamMatrix.com/Demo
    Questions? e-mail CorporateSales@ExamMatrix.com or (800) 272-7277 x 603
  • Kaplan
    Kaplan Schweser CPA Review offers WSCPA members a 30% discount on real-time, interactive Online Review Courses or Self-Study Online Review Courses. The discount is applicable on purchase of all four parts or single sections of the CPA Exam. Portal Code: WASOCCPA.
  • Lambers CPA Exam Review
    Lambers CPA Exam Review offers WSCPA student members a 30% discount on single self-study products. Lambers instructors' emphasis on case examples and illustrative problems will teach you the concepts and theory as opposed to just memorizing. Receive a greater discount when purchasing multiple items. Use coupon code WACPA30 for single item purchases.

    For special bundle pricing, please contact James Haun at (800) 272-0707 ext 212 with questions or to place your order.

    Exclusive offer for WSCPA members! Full set of the Lambers 2012 EBook a $200 value FREE! (processing fee $5). Click here to learn more.
  • Rigos Professional Education Programs CPA Review
    Rigos offers WSCPA student members a 15% discount on CPA Exam review courses.
  • Roger CPA Review
    WSCPA members pay $1545 for all parts and can choose from live, online or USB formats.
  • Yaeger
    WSCPA student members receive a 30% discount from Yaeger CPA Review on self study review courses. (Please indicate WSCPA in the discount box for the full review course and WSCPA1 if purchasing an individual course). If you have questions contact John Pelicano by e-mail or at (301) 874-4900.
Step 3 - Schedule the exam.

The Uniform CPA Examination
At the official CPA Exam website, students can go through an online tutorial for the new exam, receive details about changes, locate testing centers, and more. For more information regarding registration for the CPA Exam in Washington, click here.

Step 4 - Take the Professional Ethics Exam.

Recently pass the CPA exam? Student members pay the discounted price of $119 plus shipping and handling for the AICPA Professional Ethics Exam, which is required to obtain an initial CPA license in Washington.

Step 5 - Document your experience.

For questions regarding certification/licensing, continuing education requirements, and requirements for international students, contact the Washington State Board of Accountancy at (360) 753-2586 or customerservice@cpaboard.wa.gov.

To find a job, visit our career center or attend some networking functions and meet the professionals looking to hire.

Step 6 - Career Advancement.

Take specialized courses to improve your skills to move into all the areas you are most interested in, and maintain necessary continuing professional education hours.

Learn more about the Uniform CPA Examination by clicking here.