Last reviewed 2026-07-16. Plain-language summary, not legal advice — always confirm the current rules with the Washington Board of Accountancy.
How much CPE does a Washington CPA need?
120/3yr. Here is what Washington CPAs should know for renewal:
- Total hours: 120/3yr
- Reporting cycle: 3 years (triennial)
- Annual minimum: 20
- Ethics: 4 hrs Board-approved WA ethics & regs/3yr (state-specific)
- Renewal timing: Period Jan1-Dec31 triennially; renew by Apr 30
- Other key rules: Non-technical capped 60 hrs; nano capped 12 hrs.
Heads up: Washington requires a state-specific or board-approved ethics course. Make sure your ethics CPE meets Washington’s exact rule — general ethics may not count.
Who this applies to
Licensed CPAs renewing in Washington. 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 Washington’s requirement — total hours, ethics, and your deadline — and flags what’s still missing.
Source: https://www.nasbaregistry.org/cpe-requirements/washington
