Date Submitted: Sep 27, 2011 - 8:12:25 AM
Summary: CPAs in virtually all states are required to complete approximately 40 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) annually in order to keep their license.

Date Submitted: Sep 21, 2011 - 8:46:46 AM
Summary: Accountants in virtually all states are required to complete about 40 hours of CPE, or Continuing Professional Education, annually in order to keep their license. While the number of hours may vary by state, the rationale for this requirement is true for every accounting professional: to remain updated on legislative and tax codes developments and to continuously improve professional skills.The value of CPA continuing education is not just a necessity to maintain license validity. The true payoff is in the benefits and career advantages gained from professional training, such as those from NASBA-approved continuing education training for CPAs.