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Benefits of Student Membership
- Membership in one of 20 local chapters with access to local networking events and service opportunities
- Scholarship opportunities with TXCPA and local chapters recognizing and supporting students every year
- Leadership training opportunities with chapter and state-level volunteer opportunities, including the opportunity to join committees and become a student ambassador
- Discounts on CPA Exam prep courses and business services
- List TXCPA on your resume to show future employers your commitment to your profession
- Free job seeker profile on the TXCPA Career Center and access to internship postings
- Access to TXCPA Exchange, an exclusive members-only online forum for questions, knowledge sharing and opportunities to connect with Texas CPAs
- Access to an online searchable member directory of our 28,000 members
- TXCPA’s member communications keeping you up to date on critical professional issues
Destination CPA: Redefining the Path: New Options for CPA Licensure
In this episode, Jodi Ann Ray, president and CEO of the Texas Society of CPAs, speaks with Dr. Tracie L. Miller, CPA, program chair for the bachelor's and master's accounting programs at Franklin University, about a major shift in the CPA licensure process.
They explore a new alternative pathway that allows candidates to earn a bachelor’s degree, complete two years of work experience, and pass the CPA exam, offering greater flexibility compared to the traditional 150-hour education requirement. The discussion highlights how this change could ease the financial and time burden for aspiring CPAs while preserving the profession’s rigor. Jodi Ann and Dr. Miller also address state-by-state differences in requirements, the role of scholarships, and the importance of engaging with professional associations and boards to successfully navigate the evolving landscape of accounting education.
Click here to listen to this episode and explore the archive of shows with topics that include building a CPA career and struggles along the path to licensure.
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Member Resource: TXCPA Exchange
TXCPA Exchange is a powerful, interactive resource that allows you to connect, engage and discuss critical accounting issues in real time with 28,000 fellow TXCPA members.
Find and connect with members through the member directory, ask a technical question, look for guidance, search past discussions, and build your network within this members-only online community.