Alabama
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Alabama (2026)
40 CPE per renewal, on a 12-month renewal cycle with Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy.
Renewal cycle
Every 12 months
Annual permit; CPE/fiscal year runs Oct 1 - Sep 30 and permits expire the last day of September each year
Continuing education
40 CPE per renewal
40 CPE hours each fiscal year (Oct 1 - Sep 30), including at least 8 hours in Accounting & Auditing and at least 2 hours in Ethics; no more than 12 hours Behavioral/Personal Development
- Ethics
- Accounting & Auditing
Source: Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Alabama?
- Annual permit; CPE/fiscal year runs Oct 1 - Sep 30 and permits expire the last day of September each year
- How many CPE do I need in Alabama?
- 40 CPE per renewal. 40 CPE hours each fiscal year (Oct 1 - Sep 30), including at least 8 hours in Accounting & Auditing and at least 2 hours in Ethics; no more than 12 hours Behavioral/Personal Development
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Alabama?
- Through Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.