Rhode Island CPA CPE Requirements (2025)

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CPE Requirement	120 hours every 3 years.
Initial CPE Hours	A new CPA is not required to complete CPE in the year in which they initially receive their certificate from the Board. New CPAs are only required to certify completion of eighty (80) hours for the first renewal cycle, including four (4) ethics. View more
Ethics Requirement	Six (6) hours in every 3-year renewal period. View more
Content Requirement	Maximum of 24 CPE hours per renewal period in personal development and marketing courses.
Subject Areas	Click here to check Rhode Island’s detailed approved FOS/ subject areas for CPE Credits.
Learning Modes	A maximum of 80 CPE hours can be completed through self-study.
Eligible Learning Activities	Eligible learning activities include QAS Self-Study (80 CPE hours), Nano-Learning, Technical Sessions, University/College Courses, In-House Educational Programs, Published Books and Articles (60 CPE hours per 3-year period), and more.
CPE Deadline	CPE credits must be completed by June 30 triennially.
Fast Track CPE	Our Fast Track Rhode Island CPE packages are expertly curated bundles that meet Rhode Island CPAs' exact continuing education requirements. Save significant time selecting individual courses by choosing our comprehensive packages that cover all your CPE needs. View more
Reporting	July 1 through June 30 Triennially.
License Renewal	Renew your CPA license biennially by June 30 triennially. If not renewed by this date, a penalty fee of $500.00 plus $375.00 renewal fee will be applicable.View more
Carry Forward	Rhode Island CPAs cannot carry over excess credits to next reporting cycle.
Record Retention	Maintain records of completed CPE credits for 3 years as they may be subject to audit by the state board. View more
Renewal Fees	The renewal fee for Rhode Island CPAs is $375. View more

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Contact Information for the Rhode Island Board of Accountancy

560 Jefferson Blvd, Suite 100
Warwick, RI 02886
Phone: (401) 889-5446
Fax: (401) 889-5535
Email: dawne.broadfield@dbr.ri.gov
Website: Rhode Island Board of Public Accountancy

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

Rhode Island CPAs must complete 120 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) every three years.

Newly licensed CPAs in Rhode Island are not required to complete CPE in the year they receive their certificate. However, for their first renewal cycle, they must complete 80 hours, including 4 hours in ethics.

Rhode Island CPAs must complete 6 hours of ethics CPE every three-year renewal period. Click here to view our course

Yes, Rhode Island CPAs may take a maximum of 24 CPE hours in personal development and marketing courses per renewal period.

Click here to view Rhode Island’s detailed list of approved fields of study (FOS) for CPE credits.

Rhode Island CPAs can complete a maximum of 80 CPE hours through self-study per renewal period.

Eligible activities include QAS Self-Study (up to 80 hours), Nano-Learning, technical sessions, university/college courses, in-house educational programs, published books and articles (up to 60 hours per three-year period), and more.

CPE credits must be completed by June 30 of each three-year renewal cycle.

Fast Track CPE packages are curated bundles designed to meet Rhode Island CPA CPE requirements. These packages save time by providing comprehensive courses that fulfill all CPE needs.

The reporting period for Rhode Island CPAs runs from July 1 to June 30 every three years.

Rhode Island CPAs must renew their licenses triennially by June 30. If not renewed by this date, a penalty fee of $500, in addition to a $375 renewal fee, applies.

No, Rhode Island CPAs cannot carry forward excess credits to the next reporting cycle.

Rhode Island CPAs must retain CPE records for three years, as they may be subject to state board audits.

The renewal fee for Rhode Island CPAs is $375.

You can access FAQs on CPE requirements and regulations for Rhode Island CPAs on the state board's website.

Yes, the Rhode Island Board of Public Accountancy accepts courses if NASBA approves the provider. As a NASBA-approved provider (143597), our courses are aligned with Rhode Island CPE regulations. To check eligibility, refer to the "QUALIFIES FOR" section on each course page.

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CPE Requirements	120 hours every 3 years.
License Renewal Period	June 30 Triennially.
CPE Reporting Cycle	July 1 through June 30 Triennially.
Ethics Requirement	Six (6) hours of ethics in every 3-year renewal period. Click here to view ethics course
Carry Over Credits	Rhode Island CPA cannot carry forward credits in the next reporting cycle.
Subject Area Restriction	Rhode Island CPA can complete a maximum of 24 CPE hours per renewal period in personal development and marketing courses.

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