CPE Requirements

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MAINTAINING YOUR LICENSE

CPE Requirements
for CPAs

Continuing professional education (CPE) is essential for maintaining your CPA license. While MSCPA provides resources and support, licensure requirements are set by the Mississippi State Board of Public Accountancy.

Explore key regulations, ethics requirements, and professional development opportunities to ensure you meet your CPE obligations.

Mississippi State Board of Public Accountancy


American Institute of CPAs (AICPA)


AICPA requires that CPAs have continuing education to be a member. 

Yellow Book


Auditors engaged in GAGAS engagements must comply with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) Yellow Book continuing education requirements:

At least 80 hours of acceptable CPE every two years with a minimum of 20 hours each year. At least 24 of the 80 hours should be in subjects directly related to governmental auditing, the governmental environment, or the specific or unique environment in which the audited entity operates.