Free Access to Professional Literature Now Available for CPA Exam Candidates

The Uniform CPA Examination consists of multiple-choice questions and condensed case studies called simulations.  Within the simulations, candidates must do an online search of professional literature databases to answer questions.  Here are some ways that candidates can get access to helpful online resources.

CPA Exam Candidates:  Free On-line Access to Professional Literature Package

CPA Exam candidates can get a free six-month subscription to professional literature used in the computerized CPA Examination.  This online package includes:

▪ AICPA Professional Standards
▪ FASB Current Text
▪ FASB Original Pronouncements

Candidates may subscribe at www.cpa-exam.org.   Only candidates who have applied to take the exam and have been deemed eligible by the Board will receive access to this package of professional literature.  The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) will confirm the status of all potential subscribers.

For more information and Internet links, go to www.cpa-exam.org, and click on Prepare for the Exam.

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants is the national, professional organization of CPAs, with more than 340,000 members in business and industry, public practice, government, and education.  It sets ethical standards for the profession and U.S. private auditing standards.