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CPA Certifications

Your Step-by-Step Guide to CPA Exam Success

Jason Dinesen
Feb 19, 2025
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Introduction

Your CPA certification is the gold standard in accounting and finance, offering unparalleled career opportunities in the industry. We are proud to relaunch our comprehensive CPA course at MYCPE ONE and walk this journey with you.

You are at the right place if you're studying for the CPA Exam. This step-by-step guide will help you confidently pass the exam and become one of the leading accounting professionals worldwide.

Step 1: Understand the CPA Exam Structure

The CPA exam consists of four sections:

Core sections:

Auditing and Attestation (AUD) – Focuses on ethics, professional responsibilities, assessing risk, obtaining evidence, and forming conclusions.
Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) – Covers financial reporting frameworks, balance sheet accounts, and select transactions.
Regulation (REG) – Addresses ethics in tax practice, business law, and federal taxation for individuals and ethics.

Discipline Sections (choose one):

Business Analysis and Reporting (BAR): Emphasize business analysis, technical accounting, and state and local government reporting.
Information System and Controls (ISC): Centers on information systems management, data security, and system controls.
Tax Compliance and Planning (TCP): Focuses on tax compliance and planning for individuals and entities, including property transaction.

There are MCQs, task-based simulations (TBS), and written communication tasks in each section. You must score 75 or above in each section to pass.

Step 2: Confirm your Eligibility

Before you start preparing for CPA certification, confirm if you are qualified in your state. The general requirements in most states are:

A bachelor's degree with 120 to 150 hours in accounting or fields related to this area
Some coursework on business law, financial accounting, and taxation

Our upcoming CPA course will include guidance on meeting eligibility requirements and applying for the exam.

Step 3: Build a Realistic Study Plan

A well-structured study plan is the foundation of CPA Exam success. Each section typically requires 100-150 hours of focused study.

How to Create Your Study Plan:

Allocate specific times each day to study according to your work or personal commitments
Divide the syllabus into smaller bites for better management of the stuff
Set yourself goals for each day and each week and keep monitoring your progress

Step 4: Choose the Best Review Course

One of the significant decisions you will make on your CPA journey is choosing the right review course for yourself. At MYCPE ONE, we boast about having the CPA Prep Course designed to give you:

Comprehensive study material that is aligned with AICPA standards
Interactive practice exams and simulations
Video lectures from seasoned CPAs
Personalized mentorship to help with your unique problem areas

Step 5: Learn One Section at a Time

Effective preparation can only be achieved by learning one exam section at a time. Lacking a particular order, most candidates prefer to begin with either:

FAR: Financial Accounting and Reporting is the most significant section
BEC: Business Environment and Concepts is Typically easier than the others

It's a good place to begin to build your confidence.

Step 6: Learn How to Manage Time and Practice

The CPA Exam is at least as much a strategy test as knowledge.

To pass, do this:

Practice timed exams to develop endurance
Practice MCQs and TBSs
Plan a time management approach for each exam to ensure that you have enough time for the test

Our CPA Prep Course will cover full-length practice exams to guide you through mock test conditions.

Step 7: Keeping Up with the Changes

The CPA Exam changes yearly as accounting standards, tax laws, and business regulations change. Our CPA course will ensure you study with the latest materials so you will never be caught off guard.

Step 8: Take Care of Yourself

Preparing for the CPA Exam is tough on the body and mind. Keep your study balanced with adequate sleep and healthy eating. Maintain regular exercise that boosts focus and energy. Include short breaks within study sessions to recharge.

Step 9: Plan Your Exams Wisely of MYCPE ONE

Pre-trained and work within an appropriate schedule. You can finish all the modules in a rolling 18-month period. To take an application and registration sitting process at the Prometric exam center, you may reach our specialist team at MYCPE ONE.

Step 10: Seek Best-in-Class Consultants

We are dedicating ourselves to the launch of our CPA Prep Course to make your journey toward becoming a CPA as hassle-free as possible. Our course provides you with a complete study package on all the topics of the CPA syllabus.

Mock Exams: take confidence-boosting full-length practice tests
Flexible Learning Options: study at your own pace if you are full-time or shifting careers

Join the global network of CPAs

We also know that studying for the CPA Exam can be agonizing, and we are here to assist you in three core areas: Simplify your study using vetted content. Keep yourself pumped by tracking your learning progress and with the support of mentors. Leverage advice from active practitioners who have been through this route before.

Conclusion

It is tough, but you can do it. All it needs is a plan, the right equipment, and a will to do it. With the CPA Prep Course by MYCPE ONE, the CPA Exam will be much more manageable than a test because you'll get all the tools and support you will need to pass and unlock unparalleled career opportunities with confidence.

FAQs

The Certified Public Accountant Exam is the globally recognized certification for accounting professionals, administered by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Passing the exam demonstrates expertise in accounting, taxation, auditing, and financial reporting, opening doors to high-paying global job opportunities.

Most candidates take 12-18 months to complete the CPA Exam. The rolling 18-month window means that after passing the first exam, you have to pass all four sections within that 18-month window. Every section requires around 100-150 hours of study, so it is really important to make a structured study plan.

Choosing a high-quality CPA review course is crucial.

MYCPE ONE provides:

AICPA-aligned study materials
Interactive practice exams and task-based simulations
Expert-led video lectures
One-on-one mentorship to focus on weak areas

There is no required order, but most candidates prefer to do:

FAR (Financial Accounting and Reporting) – Considered the hardest, best to tackle first.
BEC (Business Environment and Concepts) – Easier, builds confidence.
REG (Regulation) - Deals with US tax laws and business regulation.
AUD (Auditing and Attestation) - The last step is logical as it ties concepts together.

Our CPA Prep Course is specifically designed for working professionals and students to boost the CPA exam success rate effectively. With:

Comprehensive study materials aligned with AICPA guidelines.
Personalized coaching from industry experts.
Flexible study schedules to fit your pace.
Mock exams to simulate real test conditions.
Dedicated mentorship to keep you motivated.

Jason Dinesen

President, Dinesen Tax & Accounting, P.C.

Jason Dinesen (LPA, EA) is an entrepreneur, tax expert, and CPE Presenter. Dinesen brings over 15 years of experience helping individuals and businesses with accounting, bookkeeping, tax preparation, and business advisory in various industries. Dinesen is a regular CPE Presenter at MYCPE ONE. He has coached more than 200k+ accounting, taxes, and HR professionals on various topics of accounting, individual taxation, corporate taxation, and professional ethics. Jason has developed a strong following within the professional community for tax-related subjects. Dinesen is known for sharp tax interpretations, and he quickly brings his analysis of the latest tax updates and IRS guidance to the professional community.