Colorado CPAs are required to complete 80 hours of CPE every two years, with 10 hours accrued for each full active quarter.
Newly licensed Colorado CPAs must complete 10 hours of CPE for every full active quarter during the reporting period in which they are licensed.
Yes, Colorado CPAs must complete 4 hours of ethics, with 2 of these hours may be focused on Colorado Rules and Regulations (CR&R). Click here to access the ethics courses on myCPE.
Yes, a maximum of 20% of CPE hours (16 hours) can be in Personal Development.
There are no specific subject area requirements. However, NASBA-approved fields of study are accepted.
Yes, all CPE hours can be completed through self-study, provided the courses are from NASBA-approved providers.
Eligible learning activities include Group Internet-Based, QAS Self-Study, publishing books and articles (up to 50% of total CPE), and more.
CPE credits must be completed by November 30 of odd-numbered years.
Fast Track CPE offers expertly curated Colorado CPE packages, covering all continuing education requirements.
The reporting period runs from January 1 of an even-numbered year through December 31 of an odd-numbered year.
Colorado CPAs must renew their licenses by November 30 of odd-numbered years.
No, Colorado CPAs cannot carry forward excess CPE credits to the next reporting cycle.
CPAs must retain their CPE records for five years as they may be subject to audit by the state board.
The renewal fee for Colorado CPAs is $110.
Colorado CPAs can visit the Colorado Board of Accountancy website for more FAQs and detailed information on CPE requirements and regulations.
Failure to meet CPE requirements may result in disciplinary action, including license expiration and potential penalties. View More
Yes, Colorado Board of Accountancy accepts courses if the provider is approved by NASBA. As a NASBA-approved provider (143597), our courses comply with Colorados CPE regulations. You can refer to the "QUALIFIES FOR" section on each course page to check eligibility.
