Rhode Island CPA CPE Requirements and Courses

To maintain an active CPA license in Rhode Island, certified public accountants have to fulfill a CPE requirement on a triennial basis.

Here is a summary for your reference:

Rhode Island CPA CPE Requirements

In Rhode Island, CPAs need 120 hours of continuing education every 3 years. Furthermore, CPAs must accumulate these credits during the 3-year reporting period that ends on December 31. Afterward, CPAs must renew their licenses by February 15.

Specific Requirements

• At least 24 hours of CPE per year

For each 3-year reporting period:

• At least 6 hours in professional ethics
• Not more than 24 hours of personal development courses
• Not more than 60 hours from roles as instructors, speakers, or discussion leaders
• Self-study courses must be interactive or approved by NASBA’s QAS (Quality Assurance Service)

Further Information

• General CPA licensing requirements in RI
• CPE rules summary for RI CPAs

You can also contact the Rhode Island Board of Accountancy for general licensing and CPE information:

• • Address: 560 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick, RI 02886
  • Email: dawne.broadfield@dbr.ri.us
  • Phone: (401) 889-5446
  • Fax: (401) 889-5535

Where Can I Take These Accounting CPE Courses?

I have an entire post dedicated to the best CPA CPE options. And in the post, you’ll find links to CPE discounts, too.

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