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Ohio CPA CPE Requirements

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CPE Requirements for Ohio CPA

Last Reviewed on: 30 Mar, 2026

CPE Requirements120 hours every 3 years, with a minimum of 20 hours per year.
License Renewal Period31 December triennially.
CPE Reporting CycleJanuary 1 to December 31 triennially.
Ethics RequirementThree (3) hours of Board approved CPE credits in PSR (Professional Standards & Responsibilities).
Carry Over CreditsCarry forward of excess CPE credits is not allowed.
Subject Area Restriction
  • Min. 24 CPE credits in A&A over three years if involved in accounting, auditing, attestation, or financial report preparation or signing.  
  • Min. 24 CPE credits in Tax over three years if engaged in tax work, tax return preparation, or signing as a CPA.

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Simplifying Regulations for 2026

CPE Requirements120 hours every 3 years, with a minimum of 20 hours per year.
Initial CPE HoursNew licensees must complete 40 credits in the initial two-year reporting period before renewal. No minimum credits per year are required during this period, and credits may be earned in any category.
Ethics RequirementThree (3) hours of Board approved CPE credits in PSR (Professional Standards & Responsibilities). Ohio Board Approved Ethics Course
Content Requirement
  • Min. 24 CPE credits in A&A over three years if involved in accounting, auditing, attestation, or financial report preparation or signing. 
  • Min. 24 CPE credits in Tax over three years if engaged in tax work, tax return preparation, or signing as a CPA.
Subject AreasNo specific subject areas are specified, but NASBA-approved fields are accepted. View more
Learning Modes
All CPE can be completed through self-study, provided the courses are from approved providers.
Eligible Learning Activities
Eligible learning activities include Group Internet-Based, Self-Study, Service as an instructor, lecturer, and discussion leader (Max. 90 hours), University and college courses, and more.
CPE Deadline
31 December triennially.
Fast Track CPE
Our Fast Track Ohio CPE packages are expertly curated bundles that meet Ohio CPAs' exact continuing education requirements. Save significant time selecting individual courses by choosing our comprehensive packages that cover all your CPE needs. View more
Reporting
January 1 to December 31 triennially.
License Renewal
Renew your CPA license by 31 December triennially. Failure to renew by this date may result in a 90-day extension if CPE deficiencies are documented; noncompliance incurs a $100 monthly fee, expired status, and potential ongoing CPE verification. View more
Carry Forward
Carry forward of excess CPE credits is not allowed.
Record Retention
Documentation must be maintained until the end of the next reporting period, as they may be subject to audit by the state board. View more
Renewal Fees 
The renewal fee for Ohio CPAs is $180. View more

Do MYCPE ONE Courses Qualify for CPE in the State of Ohio? - YES!

Ohio Board of Accountancy accepts continuing education courses from NASBA sponsors, and MYCPE ONE is a registered sponsor and specializes in various learning formats, including - 

  • Group Internet Based, 
  • QAS Self-Study,
  • Group Live. and
  • Nano-learning

You can verify our NASBA sponsorship on the NASBA Registry. For convenient access to our courses, click here to explore the MYCPE ONE course catalog. We offer an all-inclusive subscription model, similar to Netflix, where a single subscription gives you access to the most extensive online course catalog. Plus, our subscription rates are 60% lower than other platforms. Subscribe today!

Contact Information for the Accountancy Board of Ohio

77 South High Street, 18th Floor 
Columbus, OH 43215-6108 
Phone: 614-466-4135 
Fax: 614-466-2628 
Email: ACCBd-Ohio@acc.ohio.gov
Website: Accountancy Board of Ohio

We Review CPE Compliance Requirements Every Six Months

At MYCPE ONE, we are committed to providing professionals across all designations with the most accurate and up-to-date continuing education information. Our team reviews and updates the CPE requirement information for Ohio CPA every Six months to reflect the latest standards and policies set by the state board of Ohio and NASBA.

While we work diligently to ensure accuracy, we encourage professionals to confirm the requirements directly with their respective boards or credentialing authorities through the official links provided here.

Ohio CPA CPE Requirements for Ethics and License Renewal

Ohio CPA CPE requirements require active permit holders to earn 120 credits during 2024–2026, with at least 20 each year. Three credits must cover Board-approved Professional Standards and Responsibilities (PSR). An Ohio-specific PSR course is required when returning to practice, but not for every renewal.  


Ohio CPA license renewal for permits expiring in 2026 is due December 31. Before choosing Ohio CPA CPE courses, verify PSR approval and any accounting, auditing, or tax credits required for your services. 


Keep certificates through the end of the next reporting period, since the Board may request documentation during a subsequent Board CPE audit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ohio CPAs must complete 120 CPE hours over a three-year period, with a minimum of 20 hours required each year.

Newly licensed Ohio CPAs must complete 40 credits within their initial two-year reporting period before renewal. There is no annual minimum required during this period, and credits can be earned in any category.

Yes, Ohio CPAs are required to complete three (3) hours of board-approved CPE in Professional Standards & Responsibilities (PSR) during each reporting period. Click here to view Ohio Board Approved Ethics Course on MYCPE ONE. 

Yes, Ohio CPAs must complete at least 24 CPE credits in A&A over three years if involved in accounting, auditing, attestation, or financial report preparation or signing, and at least 24 CPE credits in Tax over three years if engaged in tax work, tax return preparation, or signing as a CPA.

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

Yes, Ohio CPAs may complete all CPE hours through self-study, provided the courses are from approved providers.

Eligible activities includes Group Internet-Based, Self-Study, Service as an instructor, lecturer, and discussion leader (Max. 90 hours), University and college courses, and more.

CPE credits must be completed by December 31 every three years.

Fast Track CPE from MYCPE ONE offers expertly curated Ohio CPE packages that meet the state’s continuing education requirements. These comprehensive packages cover all your CPE needs and save time selecting individual courses. 

The reporting period is triennial, from January 1 to December 31.

Ohio CPAs must renew their licenses by December 31 every three years.

No, Ohio CPAs cannot carry over excess CPE credits to the next reporting period.

Ohio CPAs must maintained documentation until the end of the next reporting period, as they may be subject to board audit.  

The renewal fee for Ohio CPAs is $180. View more

Ohio CPAs can refer to the Accountancy Board of Ohio for detailed CPE requirements and regulations.

Failure to meet CPE requirements by the renewal date may result in disciplinary action, including a 90-day extension with documented deficiencies, a $100 monthly fee for noncompliance, expired status, and potential ongoing CPE verification.

Yes, MYCPE ONE courses are approved for Ohio Certified Public Accountant (CPA) professionals, as we are registered as a sponsor with the Accountancy Board of Ohio (Sponsor Approval Number: CPE 00515) 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.

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