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Arizona CPA CPE Requirements Overview

Last Reviewed on: 24 Mar, 2026

CPE Requirements80 hours every 2 years.
License Renewal PeriodLast day of their birth month, odd/even based on license expiration date.
CPE Reporting CycleThe reporting period begins on the first day of the month following the CPA’s birth month and ends on the last day of the birth month two years later.
Ethics RequirementComplete 4 hours of Ethics, including at least 1 hour related to accounting ethics/AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and at least 1 hour covering Arizona Board statutes and administrative rules.
Carryover CreditsArizona CPA cannot carry over excess credits to the next reporting cycle
Subject Area Requirement

Min. 40 hours in accounting, auditing, taxation, business law, or consulting services of which at least 16 hours must focus on accounting, auditing, or taxation.

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Arizona CPE RequirementArizona CPAs are required to complete 80 hours of CPE biennially.
Initial CPE HoursNew licensees must complete CPE hours on a prorated basis for registration periods of less than two years, with the full ethics requirement. View more
Ethics RequirementFour (4) hours of ethics, including at least one (1) hour on accounting ethics, AICPA Code of Conduct, and Arizona Board statutes/rules. View Arizona State Ethics Course
Content Requirement

Min. 40 hours in accounting, auditing, taxation, business law, or consulting services of which at least 16 hours must focus on accounting, auditing, or taxation.

Subject AreasClick here to check Arizona CPAs detailed approved FOS/ subject areas for CPE Credits.
Learning ModesMin. 16 hours of classroom or live webinar is mandatory.
Eligible Learning ActivitiesIncludes QAS Self-Study, Nano Learning (Max. 4), University/college courses, CPE Lecture or Discussion Leader (max 40 hours), and more
CPE DeadlineCPE credits must be completed by the last day of the birth month biennially, odd, or even year based on the license expiration date.
Fast Track CPEOur Fast Track Arizona CPE packages are expertly curated bundles that meet Arizona 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 the first day of the month following the birth month to the last day of the birth month biennially, odd or even year based on the license expiration date.
License RenewalIf renewal is not received by the last day of the birth month, the certificate is automatically suspended. A $50 late fee applies to reactivation. If not renewed within 3 months after suspension, the certificate expires. View more
Carry ForwardArizona CPAs cannot carry over excess credits to the next reporting cycle.
Record RetentionMaintain records of completed CPE credits for 3 years from the program's completion date. View more 
Renewal Fees

The renewal fee for Arizona CPAs is $300. View more

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

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Contact Information for the Arizona State Board of Accountancy

Arizona State Board of Accountancy
100 N. 15th, Suite 165 
Phoenix, AZ 85007 
Phone: 602-364-0804 
Fax: 602-364-0903 
Email: info@azaccountancy.gov
Website: Arizona Board of Accountancy

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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 Arizona CPA every Six months to reflect the latest standards and policies set by the state board of Arizona 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Arizona CPAs are required to complete 80 hours of CPE biennially.

New Arizona CPAs must complete CPE hours on a prorated basis for registration periods of less than two years, including the full ethics requirement.

Yes, Arizona CPAs must complete 4 hours of ethics CPE every 2-year reporting cycle. This includes at least 1 hour focused on accounting ethics, the AICPA Code of Conduct, and Arizona Board statutes/rules..

Arizona CPAs must complete a minimum of 40 hours in accounting, auditing, taxation, business law, or consulting services, with at least 16 of those hours focused on accounting, auditing, or taxes.

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

No, Arizona Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals must complete at least 16 hours through classroom or live webinar formats.

Eligible CPE activities for Arizona CPAs include QAS Self-Study, Nano Learning (maximum 4 hours), university/college courses, CPE lecture or discussion leader (maximum 40 hours), and more.

The CPE deadline for Arizona CPAs is the last day of their birth month biennially, either in an odd or even year based on the license expiration date.

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

CPE credits for Arizona Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals must be reported from the first day of the month following their birth month to the last day of their birth month biennially, based on the license expiration date.

Arizona CPAs must renew their licenses by the last day of their birth month biennially. If not renewed by this date, the certificate will be suspended, and a $50 late fee will apply to reactivate it.

No, Arizona CPAs cannot carry forward excess CPE credits to the next reporting cycle.

Arizona CPAs must retain their CPE records for 3 years from the program’s completion date.

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

  • You are in non-compliance if you do not complete at least 80 hours of acceptable CPE by end of the renewal period. 
  • Failure to meet the CPE requirements for renewal during the renewal period may result in disciplinary action and the CPA will be required to pay late renewal fees of $50 along with a license renewal fee of $300 after completing the required CPE hours.

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

Yes, Arizona 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.

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