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Georgia CPA CPE Requirements

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CPA CPE Requirements Georgia

Last Reviewed on: 25 Mar, 2026

CPE Requirements
80 hours every 2 years, with a minimum of 20 hours per year.
License Renewal Period December 31 biennially, odd years.
CPE Reporting Cycle
January 1- December 31 biennially, odd years.
Ethics Requirement
Minimum of 4 CPE Ethics, including 1 CPE in Georgia state-specific ethics course.
Carry over Credits
Up to 15 non-technical CPE credits may carry over to the next period, but no carryover credits can be used to satisfy the technical fields of study.
Subject Area Restriction
There are no subject area restrictions for Georgia CPAs.

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Simplifying Regulations for 2026

Georgia CPE Requirement80 hours of CPE every two years, a minimum of 20 each year.
Initial CPE Hours
  • Licensed in the 2nd year of reporting cycle, then no CPE required. 
  • If licensed one year but less than two years before your first renewal date, you must complete 40 hours of CPE (with 50% in technical subjects).
Ethics RequirementFour (4) ethics CPE, including one (1) credit specific to the laws, rules, and policies of the Board, Click here
Content RequirementAt least 50% of CPE, i.e., 40 hours in technical fields.
Subject AreasClick here to check Georgia's detailed approved FOS/ subject areas for CPE Credits.
Learning ModesAll CPE can be completed through self-study, provided the courses are from approved providers.  
Eligible Learning ActivitiesIncludes Group Internet, QAS Self-Study, Nanolearning, Blended Group, University/College, Instructions (max 50%), and more
CPE DeadlineCPE credits must be completed by December 31 biennially, odd years.
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ReportingCPE credits must be reported from January 1 to December 31 biennially, odd years.
License RenewalRenew your CPA license by December 31 biennially, odd years. If not renewed by this date, a penalty fee of $100 will be applicable.
Carry ForwardGeorgia CPAs can carry up to 15 hours of non-technical credits.
Record RetentionMaintain records of completed CPE credits for 5 years as they may be subject to audit by the state board.
Renewal FeesThe renewal fee for Georgia CPAs is $150. View more

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

Georgia accepts continuing education courses that meet Board standards, including those offered by NASBA-registered sponsors. While NASBA approval is not required, MYCPE ONE is a registered sponsor and offers all major 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 MYCPE ONE 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 Georgia State Board of Accountancy

Georgia State Board of Accountancy
200 Piedmont Avenue SE 
Suite 1604, West Tower 
Atlanta, Georgia 30334-9010 
Phone: (404) 463-0365 
Email: GSBA@sao.ga.gov
Website: Georgia State Board of Accountancy

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

Georgia CPAs must complete 80 hours of CPE every two years, at least 20 hours yearly.

For newly licensed Georgia CPAs: 

  • If licensed within one year of renewal, no CPE is necessary. 
  • If licensed between one year and less than two years before your first renewal date, you must complete 40 hours of CPE, with at least 50% in technical subjects.

 

 

Yes, Georgia CPAs must complete 4 hours of ethics CPE, including 1 hour specific to the laws, rules, and policies of the Georgia Board of Accountancy. Click here to view MYCPE ONE Georgia State Specific Ethics Course.

For Georgia CPAs, at least 50% of CPE hours (i.e., 40) must be in technical fields.

Click here to check Georgia’s detailed approved fields of study (FOS) for CPE credits.

All CPE can be completed through self-study, provided the courses are from approved providers.

Eligible learning activities for Georgia CPAs include Group Internet, QAS Self-Study, Blended Group, University/College courses, Instruction (up to 50% of required hours), and more


The CPE deadline for Georgia CPA professionals is December 31 of odd-numbered years.

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

In odd-numbered years, CPE credits must be reported biennially from January 1 to December 31.

Georgia CPAs must renew their CPA licenses by December 31 biennially, in odd-numbered years. If not renewed by this date, a penalty fee of $100 will be applicable.

Georgia CPAs can carry forward up to 15 hours of non-technical CPE credits.

Georgia Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals must maintain records of completed CPE credits for 5 years, as they may be subject to audit by the state board.

The renewal fee for Georgia Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals is $150.

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

Failure to meet CPE requirements or renew by December 31 may result in a $100 penalty, suspension, or other disciplinary actions.

Yes, the Georgia Board of Accountancy accepts courses that meet its CPE standards, including those offered by NASBA-registered sponsors. While NASBA approval is not required, MYCPE ONE is a NASBA-approved provider (#143597), and our courses align with Georgia’s CPE regulations. You can refer to the “QUALIFIES FOR” section on each course page to confirm eligibility.