Mark with Densmore
We’re always looking for experienced markers to help guide CPA students toward their designation. Applications for the 2024 marking season are now closed. Applications for 2025 will open in February 2025.
The foundation of a quality CPA education
In 2023, Densmore partnered with over 180 markers. As we continue to grow, so does our need for qualified markers. To provide the highest quality CFE exam prep, we search for markers that have experience in these areas.
- Firm or employer marking
- CPA Canada or provincial marking
- Have taken Densmore’s CFE Prep course
How it works
After you have completed your marker application, here’s what you can expect:
Step 1: Date selection
If accepted, you will be contacted with an invitation to mark certain marking sessions, based on your application. Those who are able to mark the same case for more than one marking date, including August (our busiest season) will be given first preference. If your situation changes and you are able to mark additional dates, or you need to drop a session previously applied for, please let us know at markeradmin@densmorecpa.com as soon as possible. All applicants will be contacted by the end of April.
Step 2: Marker training
All new Densmore markers will be required to participate in an online asynchronous marker training session. We also require new markers to complete a full marking of several sample responses, which will be reviewed by a team leader before the first live marking session. This training program will take place in June. Returning markers are also required to complete a refresher training session prior to marking each year. Live marking will not be offered unless this training is completed.
Step 3: Marking quantities
We will consider the maximum number of papers you’re willing to mark as provided in your application. Please note that the specific number of papers you are assigned to mark may be less than the amount you requested. For reference, new markers are typically assigned no more than ten responses per session for Day 3 cases and five responses for Day 2. We will provide the number of responses allocated to you at least 24 hours before marking begins.
Step 4: Marking sessions
All information for a particular marking session will be sent out approximately one week prior to the marking session start date. All marking is done remotely, and specific turnaround times are provided on the application. Deadlines are fixed, no extensions will be permitted. If you cannot meet your deadline your assigned responses will be re-allocated to another marker.
“I continue to mark with Densmore because I feel appreciated and valued. It is a way for me to give back to the process that helped open lots of opportunities for me and I can stay up to date on some technical I may not deal with in my day-to-day job.”
Ashley Parnetta, CPA, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
I don’t have any marking experience but am interested in marking with Densmore. Will my application be considered?
Each year, we accept a very limited number of markers with no previous experience but have a positive attitude and a desire to assist candidates. If you are applying as a new marker, we recommend obtaining marking experience through your employer’s internal marking pool.
What should I do if I have not heard from Densmore, and my first marking session is approaching?
If you have not received any information from us, and it’s within a week of your first marking date, please email markeradmin@densmorecpa.com.
My contact information has changed. What should I do?
Please contact markeradmin@densmorecpa.com with any changes to your contact information.
When are you most in need of markers?
While we hire markers throughout July and August, our peak marking times are in mid to late August. To increase the likelihood of receiving your requested allocation of papers, we recommend prioritizing August marking sessions.
Do you only hire English markers?
No, we also need bilingual markers for several sessions each year, typically for marking sessions in mid to late August. If you are a bilingual marker, we encourage you to apply.
How long does it take on average to mark a case with Densmore?
Our experience is that a Day 3 case can take anywhere from 30-60 minutes to mark, and a Day 2 case can take anywhere from 60-120 minutes, depending on your reading and typing speed, your familiarity with the case materials, and the length of the candidate’s paper.