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.
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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.