My original intention, when I went back to school full-time as a MS graduate student in 2007, was to graduate, work for a CPA firm for two years, and become a CPA.
However, life has been throwing me a lot of curve balls ever since I was a child. It did not help me that the economy fell apart in 2007 when I started my MS degree.
In 2010, my health was significantly affected and I had to deal with my medical condition for months.
Due to the type of medical condition I have, it would be in my best interest not to become a CPA. Since I plan to focus on taxes, I would much rather become an Enrolled Agent.
I wish you the best. Focus on the EA then and try to get with a smaller CPA or EA firm to “learn the ropes.” Try to find an EA, tax preparer or accountant who is older and is looking to eventually retire. You could slowly buy them out.