CPE Basics
How CPE credits work
A quick, plain-English guide to continuing professional education — what it is, how you earn it, and what to expect from our webinars.
What is CPE?
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) is the ongoing learning CPAs complete to maintain their license. Most states require a set number of credit hours per reporting period, including a portion in ethics. Requirements vary by state — look up your state's CPA CPE requirements and always confirm with your state board of accountancy.
How you earn it here
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Register for a live webinar
Browse our catalog and reserve a free seat. You'll get a confirmation with your join link.
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Attend live and participate
CPE for group-internet-based programs requires live attendance. Plan to stay for the full session and respond to engagement checks.
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Earn your credit
Credits are measured in 50-minute increments. A 50-minute session is 1 credit; a 100-minute session is 2.
Fields of study
CPE is categorized into fields of study. Our webinars are tagged so you know which requirement they help you meet. Common fields include:
A note on accreditation
CPE Society is building toward formal NASBA sponsorship. Until that is in place, sessions are offered for educational value and may not yet count as NASBA-registered credit in every jurisdiction. We'll clearly mark each webinar's credit status, and you should confirm acceptance with your state board.
Ready to start learning?
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