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BOA Rules and CPA Certification Information

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.

BOA announces final transition rules from 120 to 150 credit hours
This change impacts CPA candidates who sat for one or more parts of the CPA examination prior to July 1, 2006, but have yet to apply for their CPA certificate.

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.
» 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.

BOA contact information

Minnesota Board of Accountancy
85 E. 7th Place, Suite 125
St. Paul, MN 55101-2143
Phone: 651-296-7938
Fax: 651-282-2644
http://www.boa.state.mn.us/



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