Colorado CPA CPE Requirements | 2026 Guide & Ethics Info

Colorado CPA CPE Ethics

Explore Colorado CPA CPE requirements, ethics hours, and reporting rules to stay compliant with the Colorado State Board of Accountancy.

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Overview

The Colorado State Board mandates active CPAs to maintain ongoing professional development through structured CPE programs.

Total Hours Required

  • 80 hours every 2 years

Ethics Requirement

  • 4 hours of ethics per reporting cycle

Reporting Period

  • 2-year cycle ending December 31 of odd-numbered years

Subject Area Limits

  • CPE must enhance professional competence; no hard limits on technical vs. non-technical hours.

Reporting & Compliance

  • Self-report during renewal
  • Keep documentation for at least 5 years

💡 Tip: Online self-study and live webinars are both accepted CPE formats in Colorado.