Last reviewed 2026-07-16. Plain-language summary, not legal advice — always confirm the current rules with the Connecticut Board of Accountancy.
How much CPE does a Connecticut CPA need?
40/yr. Here is what Connecticut CPAs should know for renewal:
- Total hours: 40/yr
- Reporting cycle: 1 year (annual)
- Annual minimum: 40
- Ethics: 4 hrs ethics every 3 years
- Renewal timing: Earned Jul 1-Jun 30; renew by Dec 31
- Other key rules: Up to 20 hrs carryover; attest needs 8 hrs financial statement prep.
Tip: Connecticut accepts general professional ethics from a NASBA-registered sponsor. Keep your certificates and records after each course.
Who this applies to
Licensed CPAs renewing in Connecticut. Newly licensed CPAs often have a prorated or waived first cycle — check your renewal notice.
How CPE Options helps
CPE Options is mobile-first self-study built for busy accountants: take courses on any device, pass the exam, and download your certificate the same day. Our free Compliance Manager maps every credit you earn to Connecticut’s requirement — total hours, ethics, and your deadline — and flags what’s still missing.
Source: https://portal.ct.gov/dcp
