Free CPA Strategy Session | Personalized Study Roadmap | TAPA Institute
Why most candidates fail

CPA Candidates Don't Fail
Because They Lack Ability.

They fail because they're studying without a strategy. Here are the six most common reasons candidates keep missing their score — and what we fix in your strategy session.

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Poor Study Strategy

Studying everything equally instead of targeting what actually appears on the exam. A focused plan changes everything.

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Burnout

Grinding for months with no structure leads to fatigue, loss of motivation, and diminishing returns on every study hour.

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Test Anxiety

Knowing the material but freezing on exam day. TAPA's mindset coaching and hypnotherapy tools address this directly.

Time Management

Balancing work, family, and CPA prep with no realistic schedule. Your plan needs to work around your actual life.

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No Accountability

Studying alone without checkpoints or feedback allows bad habits and weak areas to go uncorrected for months.

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Information Overload

Too many resources, too many opinions, too many practice questions. Clarity on what to study is worth more than volume.

What happens in 20 minutes

What You'll Walk Away With
After Your Strategy Session

This is not a sales call. Every minute is spent helping you understand exactly what to do next on the CPA exam.

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Session Focus
Review of Your Current Study Plan

Dr. Charles evaluates what you're doing now, identifies what's working, and spots what's costing you points — in the first five minutes.

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Delivered in Session
Identification of Your Weak Areas

Through targeted questions, Dr. Charles pinpoints the exact topics and question types that are keeping your score below 75.

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Personalized
A Personalized Action Plan

Not a generic checklist — a specific, prioritized set of next steps built around your exam date, study materials, and schedule.

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Recommendation
Program Recommendation

If a TAPA program fits your situation, Dr. Charles will explain exactly which one and why — with no pressure to decide during the call.

Getting started

From Search to Strategy
in Four Simple Steps

The entire process takes less than five minutes to set up and delivers a clear direction within 20 minutes of your session.

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Book Your Session

Click the button and pick a time that works for you. Available slots fill quickly, so book early.

2
Answer 4 Quick Questions

Tell us which CPA section you're preparing for, your biggest challenge, and what you want to accomplish. This makes your session highly targeted from minute one.

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Join Your Virtual Session

Meet Dr. Sabine Charles one-on-one over video. 20 minutes, focused entirely on your path to passing.

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Execute Your Roadmap

Walk away with a prioritized action plan. Start studying smarter the same day — with or without a TAPA program.

Dr. Sabine Charles, Founder and CEO of TAPA Institute, The CPA Doctor
85%
Student Pass Rate
Your strategy session host

Meet Dr. Sabine Charles,
The CPA Doctor

DBACIACFECISACISMCRMA
"I built the institute I wished had existed when I was earning my own certifications."

Your strategy session is hosted by Dr. Sabine Charles, DBA, CIA, CFE, CISA, CISM — founder of TAPA Institute and a 15+ year audit and risk advisor to Deloitte, American Express, and Citibank. She holds over 15 professional certifications.

Known as "The CPA Doctor," Dr. Charles has guided 250+ students to certification since 2016 with an 85% pass rate. She is also a certified hypnotist, bringing a uniquely holistic approach that addresses both knowledge gaps and mental readiness for exam day.

This is not a generic intake call. It's 20 minutes of direct, one-on-one guidance from one of the most credentialed CPA coaches in the country.

Meet Dr. Charles →
Real results

CPA Candidates Who Booked
a Session and Passed

★★★★★

"Without Sabine's guidance I don't think I would have passed AUD on my first try. She pinpointed exactly what I was missing in the first 10 minutes. The hard work paid off."

Brad M.
Passed AUD — First Attempt
Started with a Free Strategy Session
★★★★★

"I failed FAR twice with another provider. After one strategy session with Dr. Charles, I understood exactly what needed to change. Switched to TAPA and passed in 6 weeks."

Rina P.
Passed FAR — CPA Retaker
FAR after 2 Prior Failures
★★★★★

"She was ALWAYS available and accommodated my schedule. The strategy session gave me a plan I could actually follow as a working professional. I finally felt in control."

Stephanie L.
Passed REG — Working Professional
REG — Flexible Schedule Plan
After your session

TAPA Programs Your Strategy
Session May Recommend

There is no pressure to purchase anything during your session. If a program is right for you, Dr. Charles will explain exactly which one — and flexible payment plans are available for all of them.

Skills Assessment
CPA Skills Assessment & Study Plan
A 60–90 minute deep-dive with a personalized study roadmap delivered in 48–72 hours.
$197 one-time
Best for first-time candidates and retakers who need a clear plan.

  • Full knowledge-gap assessment
  • Personalized study plan
  • Study strategy breakdown
  • Exam-day preparation roadmap
Most Recommended
Tutoring
1-on-1 CPA Tutoring
Private sessions targeting your specific weak areas — available in 1, 3, 6, and 9-hour packages.
$167 starting from
Best for retakers and working professionals who need targeted support.

  • 1-on-1 with Dr. Sabine Charles
  • Gap diagnostic included
  • MCQ and simulation strategy
  • Mindset and anxiety coaching
  • Flexible payment plans available
Boot Camps
CPA Boot Camps
8 hours of intensive, expert-led training — group or private 1-on-1 format.
Available group & 1-on-1
Best for candidates who need to cover significant ground fast.

  • 8 hours intensive live training
  • Group or private format
  • Study materials included
  • Post-session recording access
Study Materials
CPA Study Materials
Self-paced: 206+ lectures, 1,224+ MCQs, 93+ simulations for all 6 sections.
$330 starting from
Best for self-paced learners who want expert-built content.

  • 206+ video lectures
  • 1,224+ practice questions
  • 93+ simulation exercises
  • One-liner review books

💳 Flexible payment plans available for all programs — ask during your strategy session or email info@tapainstitute.com

Questions answered

Everything You Need to Know

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Yes, completely free. No credit card, no obligation. The 20-minute session is designed purely to help you build a clear direction on the CPA exam — whether or not you ever purchase a TAPA program.
Each session runs 20 minutes over a virtual meeting. It's focused, efficient, and structured to deliver a concrete next step by the time you hang up.
100% virtual. Available to CPA candidates anywhere in the United States. You'll receive a video call link after booking — no travel, no setup required.
Yes. Flexible payment plans are available for eligible TAPA programs including tutoring, boot camps, and study materials. Your strategy session is the best place to discuss which options fit your budget. You can also email info@tapainstitute.com to get details before the session.
You receive a personalized program recommendation tailored to your goals, timeline, and budget. There is no pressure to buy anything. The session delivers standalone value — most candidates leave with a clearer path regardless of what they decide next.
Absolutely. The strategy session is especially valuable for CPA retakers. Dr. Charles will identify exactly what went wrong and give you a restructured approach built around your specific weak areas — so your next attempt is genuinely different from the last.
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The session is free. The roadmap is personalized. The next step is yours to take.