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Reading statutes and government regulations can be a headache. We've tried to clearly summarize the requirements to
become a CPA and maintain a CPA certificate in the State of Minnesota.
The following index will help you find content on the MNCPA Web site that is
related to the rules and regulations issued by the Minnesota Board of
Accountancy (BOA).
Please note: The Minnesota BOA has the final authority for
interpreting and implementing the statutes approved by the legislature. If you
have unique questions or situations, please contact the
Minnesota BOA for assistance.
Topics
Becoming a CPA
Educational requirements
Description of college requirements to apply for the CPA exam and earn your CPA
certificate.
Applying to take the exam
Information on the application process, including the Notice to Schedule,
procedures for retaking a section, and common reasons why applications are
delayed.
Experience requirements for CPA certification
Information on work experience requirements and the self-study ethics exam.
Becoming a CPA FAQ
Answers to common questions the MNCPA receives on the CPA exam scores, applying
for your CPA certificate, and more.
CPA certificate information
Applying for your initial certificate
Education and experience required to apply for your certificate.
Requirements vary depending on when you took the CPA exam.
Certificate renewal
Renewal procedures, requirements, and tips.
Comparison of active
and inactive certificates
Benefits, costs and regulations of maintaining an active CPA certificate versus
an inactive one.
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How to convert from inactive to active
CPE
reporting
Information on the documentation you need to report your CPE credits to the
Minnesota BOA for certificate renewal.
CPE requirements
CPE requirements
Information on required credits, credit limitations, and CPE sponsors.
CPE FAQ
Answers to questions on CPE credit requirements, self-study/QAS credits, ethics,
and more.
Public accounting firm information
Peer review
Forms, fees, and a listing of peer review providers.
Firm independence
Clarification on independence when an employee goes to work for a client.
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