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Nebraska CPA CPE Requirements

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Nebraska CPA CPE Requirements Overview

CPE Requirements80 hours within the two calendar years.
License Renewal PeriodJanuary 31, biennially.
CPE Reporting CycleJanuary 1 to December 31, biennially.
Ethics RequirementFour (4) hours in ethics are required within the two-year period before renewal.
Carryover creditNebraska CPAs cannot carry over excess credits to the next reporting cycle. 
Subject Area Restriction
  • Min. 40% (32 hours) of CPE hours in accounting and auditing is recommended for CPAs involved in audits, reviews, or compilations. 
  • Max. 16 hours of personal development (non-technical) CPE hours.

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Simplifying Regulations for 2024

Nebraska CPE RequirementNebraska CPAs are required to complete 80 hours within the two calendar years.
Initial CPE HoursNew licensees with permits issued after July 1 of the year prior to expiration are required to complete 40 CPE hours for their first renewal. View more
Ethics RequirementFour (4) hours in ethics are required within the two-year period before renewal. View more
Content Requirement
  • Min. 40% (32 hours) of CPE hours in accounting and auditing is recommended for CPAs involved in audits, reviews, or compilations. 
  • Max. 16 hours of personal development (non-technical) CPE hours.
Subject AreasNo specific subject areas are specified, but NASBA-approved fields are accepted. Click here for more information.
Learning Modes
Max 40 hours of self-study CPE can be counted during a renewal period, or up to 60 hours for reinstatement.
Eligible Learning Activities
Includes Webinars/Internet-Based Learning, Blended Learning, Self Study (Max. 40 hours), University and College Courses (Max. 40 hours), Published Articles and Books (Max. 16 hours), and more.
CPE Deadline
CPE credits must be completed by January 31, biennially.
Reporting
CPE credits must be reported from January 1 to December 31, biennially.
License Renewal
Renew your CPA license by January 31, biennially. Failure to renew by this date requires permit holders to submit a written extension request to the Board before January 31, detailing their plan to achieve compliance. View more
Carry Forward
Nebraska CPAs cannot carry over excess credits to the next reporting cycle.
Record Retention
Maintain records of completed CPE credits for 6 years as they may be subject to audit by the state board. View more
Renewal Fees
The renewal fee for Nebraska CPAs is $200. View more

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Contact Information for the Nebraska CPA State Board of Public Accountancy

1526 K Street, Suite 410 
Lincoln, NE 68508  
PO Box 94725 
Lincoln, NE 68509 
Telephone: 402-471-3595, 1-888-400-8193 
Fax: 402-471-4484 
Website: Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy 

Disclaimer: We regularly update our website to ensure the information regarding Nebraska’s CPE requirements is current and accurate. However, for your complete understanding and to ensure compliance, we strongly advise you to visit the official state requirements page for the most up-to-date and definitive information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Nebraska CPAs must complete 80 hours of CPE every two calendar years.

New licensees with permits issued after July 1 of the year prior to expiration are required to complete 40 CPE hours for their first renewal.

Yes, Nebraska CPAs must complete 4 hours of ethics training within the two-year reporting period. Click here to view the ethics courses on myCPE.

Yes, a minimum of 40% (32 hours) of CPE hours in accounting and auditing is recommended for CPAs involved in audits, reviews, or compilations. Additionally, a maximum of 16 hours can be from personal development (non-technical) CPE.

While there are no specific subject areas outlined, Nebraska accepts NASBA-approved fields of study.

No, Nebraska CPAs can complete a maximum of 40 hours of self-study CPE during a renewal period or up to 60 hours for reinstatement.

Eligible activities include Webinars/Internet-Based Learning, Blended Learning, Self Study (max 40 hours), University and College Courses (max 40 hours), Published Articles and Books (max 16 hours), and more. 

CPE credits must be completed by January 31 biennially.

CPE credits must be reported from January 1 to December 31 biennially.

Nebraska CPAs must renew their licenses by January 31 biennially.

No, Nebraska CPAs cannot carry over excess CPE credits to the next reporting cycle.

Nebraska CPAs must maintain records of completed CPE for 6 years, as they may be subject to audit by the state board.

The renewal fee for Nebraska CPAs is $200. View more

Nebraska CPAs can visit the Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy website for further FAQs and details on CPE requirements and regulations. 

Failure to meet CPE requirements or renew by January 31 may result in disciplinary action. Information on specific penalties is unavailable.

Yes, myCPE courses are approved for Nebraska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) professionals, as we are registered as a sponsor with the Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy (Sponsor Approval Number: #S24-04) and also recognized as a NASBA-approved provider (Sponsor ID: 143597). You can check the eligibility of each course by referring to the "QUALIFIES FOR" section on the course page.