CMAs must complete 30 hours of CPE annually.
CPE requirements for newly certified CMAs begin at the start of each calendar year following the issuance of their certification.
There is no minimum content requirement for CMAs.
The IMA specifies subject areas according to their standards. Click here for more details.
Yes, all CPE hours can be completed through self-study courses from approved providers.
Eligible activities include self-study courses, live webinars, university courses, seminars, teaching roles, programs from NASBA-registered organizations and more.
CPE credits must be completed by December 31 annually.
Fast Track CPE from myCPE offers customized CMA Packages designed to meet CMA CPA requirements. It includes the 2-hour Ethics requirement and is fully compliant IMA.
Reporting begins at the start of each calendar year once the certification is issued.
CMAs must renew their licenses by December 31 each year.
Yes, up to 10 hours of surplus CPE earned in a calendar year can be applied to the next year's reporting cycle.
CMAs must report their annual CPE hours via the member profile section on the IMA website, without needing to submit supporting documents unless audited.
The renewal fee for CMAs is $30. Click here for more details.
Here is a link to the IMA website for more FAQs on CMA CPE requirements.
Yes, myCPE courses are compliant with IMA guidelines for CMAs. IMA accepts NASBA approved CPE Courses. As myCPE is NASBA-approved provider (Sponsor ID 143597), many of our courses align with CMA CPE standards. For your convenience, we’ve added the “QUALIFIES FOR” section on each course page, providing specific details about how the courses meet the qualifications for CPE credits. Please refer to these details when selecting courses.
