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University Co-Operative Degree Program

If you are a student enrolled in an approved co-operative degree program approved by Council, the following steps outline the process of becoming a CA.

1. Register as a student by submitting the following:
   • A correctly completed application form
   • The appropriate fee remittance
   • All required supporting documentation
2. Obtain employment at an approved CA Training office.
3. Complete either prior to or while registered in good standing as a student, 51 credit hours in specific courses.
4. Complete the Staff Training Program within the first twenty-eight months of the Practical Experience Requirement.
5. Complete the ICAO Professional Program (IPP) which consists of the Core-Knowledge Exam and the School of Accountancy. Successful completion of the IPP establishes eligibility to attempt the Uniform Final Evaluation (UFE).
6. Successfully complete the Uniform Final Evaluation (UFE).
7. Complete the Experience Requirement at a CA Training Office.
8. Complete the admission to membership application form.
9. Upon approval from the Institute, the student will be granted the CA designation.

LIST OF UNIVERSITY CO-OPERATIVE DEGREE PROGRAMS