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Montana CPA CPE Requirements

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Montana CPA CPE Requirements Overview

CPE Requirements
120 hours of CPE any rolling three-year period.
License Renewal Period
December 31 in rolling three-year period.
CPE Reporting Cycle
January 1 to December 31 in a rolling three-year period.
Ethics Requirement
Two (2) hours of ethics course in the three-year period. (This can be considered part of the 60 hours of technical subjects). 
Subject Area Restriction
Min. 50% (60 hours) in technical fields of study in a rolling 3-year period.

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CPE Requirements
Montana CPAs are required to complete 120 hours of CPE in any rolling three-year period.
Initial CPE Hours
New licensees must meet the 120 hours requirement by December 31 of the third year after their initial licensing.
Ethics Requirement
Two (2) hours of ethics course in the three-year period. (This can be considered part of the 60 hours of technical subjects). View more
Content Requirement
Min. 50% (60 hours) in technical fields of study in a rolling 3-year period.
Subject Areas
You can find detailed FOS on this link.
Learning Modes
All CPE can be completed through self-study, provided the courses are from approved providers.
Eligible Learning Activities
Include Group learning, Blended Learning, Self-study Nano-Learning, Lecturer, instructor, or speaker (Max. 60 hours), more.
CPE Deadline 
CPE credits must be completed by December 31 in a rolling three-year period.
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Reporting
CPE credits must be reported from January 1 to December 31 in a rolling three-year period.
License Renewal
Renew your CPA license by December 31 in rolling three-year period. Failure to renew by this date are subject to late fees.
Carry Forward
No credit carry-forward is allowed in Montana.
Record Retention
Maintain records of completed CPE credits for 5 years as they may be subject to audit by the state board.
Renewal Fees
The renewal fee for Montana CPAs is $125. View more

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Contact Information for the Montana State Board of Public Accountancy

3605 Montana CPA Boulevard 
P.O. Box 1335 
Jefferson City, MO  65102-1335 
573.751.0293 Telephone 
800.735.2966 TTY 
800.735.2466 Voice Relay
profreg@pr.mo.gov
Website: Montana Department of Labor and Industry 

Disclaimer: We regularly update our website to ensure the information regarding Montana'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

Montana CPAs are required to complete 120 hours of acceptable CPE within any rolling three-year period

Newly licensed Montana CPAs must meet the 120-hour CPE requirement by December 31 of the third year following their initial licensure.

Yes, Montana CPAs must complete 2 hours of ethics training within the three-year reporting period. This can count toward the 60 hours of technical subjects required. Click here to view the ethics course on myCPE

Yes, at least 50% (60 hours) of the CPE hours must be in technical fields of study over the three-year period.

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

Eligible learning activities include group learning, blended learning, self-study, nano-learning, Lecturer, instructor, or speaker (Max. 60 hours), more

The CPE deadline for Montana CPAs is December 31 in a rolling three-year period.

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

CPE credits must be reported from January 1 to December 31 within a rolling three-year period. 

Montana CPAs must renew their licenses by December 31 of the rolling three-year period. Failure to renew on time may result in late fees.

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

Montana CPAs must retain their CPE records for 5 years, as they may be subject to audit by the state board.

The renewal fee for Montana CPAs is $125. View more

Yes, the nano learning method can be considered for CPE requirements in Montana, provided the courses meet the standards set by the state.

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

Failure to meet CPE requirements or renew on time may result in disciplinary action, including potential fines or penalties.

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

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