How many CE hours does a Massachusetts Certified Public Accountant need?

80 CE contact hours every 2 years, per the Massachusetts Board of Public Accountancy. 80 CPE hours every 2 years (July–June cycle), including 4 ethics hours; no carryover. Always confirm with the board.

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Massachusetts Certified Public Accountant: CE & renewal requirements

80 CE contact hours every 2 years

Biennial — 80 hours in the 2 years before renewal. The reporting period runs July 1 – June 30; the license expires June 30. No annual minimum.

Source: Massachusetts Board of Public Accountancy · confirmed 2026-06. Requirements change — always verify with the board.

Required topics

4 hrs professional ethics per cycle (general professional ethics accepted)

First renewal & exemptions

Non-public-practice / certain non-reporting licensees have a reduced requirement — verify your status with the Board.

If your license lapses

Unmet CPE prevents renewal; practicing on a lapsed permit can trigger discipline.

How CE is tracked

Attest at biennial renewal via Mass.gov/ePLACE; keep records for audit.

Watch out: The cycle is July 1 – June 30 (not the calendar year), excess hours do NOT carry forward, and instruction is capped at 50% (max 40 hrs).

Are you on track? Check free

Enter your license expiration and CE hours completed — see what you still owe, the pace to finish, and your reminder schedule. No signup.

Informational only, based on the numbers you enter — not legal or licensing advice, and not an official record. Confirm your exact requirement and current status with the Massachusetts Board of Public Accountancy.