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University Graduate

If you are an individual who has completed all the academic requirements for the conferral of a university degree, the following steps outline the process of becoming a CA.

1. Obtain paid employment at an approved CA Training Office.
2. Register as a student by submitting the following:
   • A correctly completed application form
   • The appropriate fee remittance
   • All required supporting documentation
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 sixteen 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. Can be completed concurrently with exams if eligible.
8. Complete the admission to membership application form.
9. Upon approval from the Institute, the student will be granted the CA designation.