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Did You Know?
Phil Knight, the founder and chair of Nike, also earned the CPA credential early in his career.

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What is a CPA?
CPA stands for Certified Public Accountant. CPAs provide the advice and information businesses and people need to make important financial decisions. To become a CPA, you must sit for the CPA Exam which requires a great deal of preparation and you must pass all four sections of the exam.

What is the difference between a CPA and an Accountant?
An accountant is a general term for a professional who helps keep financial records and/or makes sure taxes are paid properly. Accountants may or may not be certified as a public accountant (have a CPA). A CPA is a professional designation that is regulated by the state.

What is the OSCPA?
OSCPA stands for Oregon Society of Certified Public Accountants. The OSCPA is a professional organization with almost 5,000 members statewide. The OSCPA is committed to helping CPAs build and maintain their reputation as reliable and versatile professionals.