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Alaska CPA CPE Requirement (2024)

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Alaska CPA CPE Requirements Overview

CPE Requirements80 hours every two years, with a minimum of 20 per year.
License Renewal PeriodDecember 31 of odd years.
CPE Reporting CycleJanuary 1 to December 31 biennially ending on odd years.
Ethics RequirementFour (4) hours in every 2-year reporting cycle.
Carryover CreditsAlaska CPA cannot carry over excess credits to the next reporting cycle.
Subject Area RestrictionThere is no minimum content requirement.

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Simplifying Regulations for 2024

Alaska CPE RequirementAlaska CPAs are required to complete 80 hours of CPE biennially, with at least 20 hours required each year. 
Initial CPE HoursCPAs must complete no less than 80 hours of approved continuing education (CE) within the two-year concluding licensing period and at least 20 hours of required CE must be completed within each year of that two-year period. View more
Ethics RequirementFour (4) hours in every 2-year reporting cycle. View more
Content Requirement No minimum content requirement. 
Subject Areas
Click here to check Alaska’s detailed approved FOS/ subject areas for CPE Credits.  
Learning Modes 
All CPE can be completed through self-study, provided the courses are from approved providers. 
Eligible Learning Activities
Includes Group Internet, QAS Self-Study, Blended Group, Nano Learning, University/college courses (1 semester hour = 15 CPE hours), Instruction (maximum 30 hours), and more.
CPE Deadline
CPE credits must be completed by December 31 of the odd year.
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Our Fast Track Alaska CPE packages are expertly curated bundles that meet Alaska CPAs' exact continuing education requirements. Choose our comprehensive packages to cover all your CPE needs and save significant time selecting individual courses. View more
ReportingCPE credits must be reported from January 1 to December 31, biennially ending on odd years.
License RenewalRenew your CPA license by December 31 of odd-numbered years. If not renewed by this date, a penalty fee of $100 will apply. View more
Carry ForwardAlaska CPAs cannot carry over excess credits to the next reporting cycle. 
Record RetentionMaintain records of completed CPE credits for 8 years after course approval expires or until the program is no longer a valid sponsor, whichever comes first. View more
Renewal FeesThe renewal fee for Alaska CPAs is $300. View more

Do MY-CPE Courses Qualify for CPE in the State of Alaska? - YES!

Alaska accepts continuing education courses from NASBA sponsors, and MY-CPE is a registered sponsor and specializes in various learning formats, including - 

  • Group Internet Based Live Webinars  
  • QAS Self-Study - Self-Paced Courses 
  • Group Live 
  • Nano Learning

You can verify our NASBA sponsorship under MY-CPE LLC on the NASBA Registry. For convenient access to our courses, Click here to explore the MY-CPE 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 Alaska Board of Public Accountancy

Dept. of Commerce, Community and Economic Development 
Division of Corporations, Business & Professional Licensing 
550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1500 
Anchorage, AK 99501 
Phone: 907-269-4712 
Fax: 907-269-8156 
Email: BoardOfPublicAccountancy@alaska.gov 
Website: Alaska Board of Accountancy

Disclaimer: We regularly update our website to ensure the information regarding Alaska'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 requirement page for the most up-to-date and definitive information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alaska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals are required to complete 80 hours of CPE biennially, with at least 20 hours required each year.

Newly certified CPAs must complete no less than 80 hours of approved continuing education (CE) within the two-year concluding licensing period and at least 20 hours of required CE must be completed within each year of that two-year period.

Yes, Alaska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals must complete 4 hours of ethics CPE every 2-year reporting cycle.

There is no specific minimum content requirement for Alaska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals.

Subject areas for Alaska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals align with NASBA-approved fields of study. Click here for more details on approved subject areas.

Yes, Alaska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals can complete all CPE hours through self-study courses, provided they are from approved providers.

Eligible CPE activities for Alaska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals include Group Internet, QAS Self-Study, Blended Group, Nano Learning, university/college courses (1 semester hour = 15 CPE hours), instruction (maximum 30 hours), and more.

The CPE deadline for Alaska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals is December 31 of odd-numbered years.

Fast Track CPE from myCPE offers expertly curated Alaska CPE packages that meet all the state’s continuing education requirements. These comprehensive packages save time by covering all your CPE needs.

The reporting period running from January 1 to December 31 of odd-numbered years.

No, Alaska CPAs cannot carry forward excess CPE credits to the next biennium.

Alaska CPAs must retain their CPE records for 8 years after course approval expires or until the program is no longer a valid sponsor, whichever comes first.

The renewal fee for Alaska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals is $300. 

Failure to meet CPE requirements results in license expiration for Alaska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals. To reinstate, CPAs must fulfill any outstanding CPE and pay additional fees. A penalty of $100 applies if the license is not renewed by this date.


Alaska Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals can visit the Alaska State Board of Accountancy website for detailed FAQs and regulations on CPE requirements.

Yes, Alaska Board of Public Accountancy accepts courses if the provider is approved by NASBA. As a NASBA-approved provider (143597), our courses are aligned with Alaska’s CPE regulations. You can refer to the "QUALIFIES FOR" section on each course page to check eligibility.