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Delaware Accounting (CPA) CE Requirements
Delaware CPAs need 80 hours of continuing education every 2 years. 3 state-mandated topics may apply, depending on the license and practice.
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Delaware accounting (cpa) license renewal
| Licenses covered | Certified Public Accountant (CPA) [1] |
|---|---|
| CE required for renewal | Yes [1] |
| Hours per CE period | 80 hours [1] |
| CE period | Every 2 years [2] |
| Renewal and reporting | An active permit must be renewed in DELPROS every two years; full licensure renewal periods run between July 1 and June 30 of odd-numbered years. [2] |
| State-mandated topics | Accounting and/or auditing; Taxation; Delaware-specific ethics [1] |
This summary covers the licenses listed above. The topics below are selected verified requirements; consult the board’s full rules for all subjects and conditions.
State-mandated topics
- Accounting and/or auditing — 8 hours [1]
At least 8 hours of CPE must be in accounting and/or auditing.
- Taxation — 8 hours [1]
At least 8 hours of CPE must be in taxation.
- Delaware-specific ethics — 4 hours [1]
At least 4 hours of CPE must be in a Board-approved Delaware-specific ethics course.
Good to know
- Licensees must complete at least 20 hours of CPE each year of the reporting period. [2]
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| Credential | CPA / accounting firm |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | Confirm the cycle and expiration date for your specific license with the board. |
| Verified fees | $187 CPA permit application, $226 CPA firm, $179 PA permit; renewal fee notified at renewal. [source] |
| Renewal application | Renew License |
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- Boards of Accountancy - NASBA Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Board of Accountancy - Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Fee Schedule - Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware Retrieved Oct 28, 2026
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Delaware accounting (cpa) CE, answered
How many CE hours do Delaware CPAs need?
Delaware CPAs need 80 hours of continuing education every 2 years. 3 state-mandated topics may apply, depending on the license and practice. An active permit must be renewed in DELPROS every two years; full licensure renewal periods run between July 1 and June 30 of odd-numbered years.
Does Delaware require specific CE topics for CPAs?
Accounting and/or auditing (8 hours): At least 8 hours of CPE must be in accounting and/or auditing. Taxation (8 hours): At least 8 hours of CPE must be in taxation. Delaware-specific ethics (4 hours): At least 4 hours of CPE must be in a Board-approved Delaware-specific ethics course.
Do free online CE courses count in Delaware?
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Sources & verification
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- Continuing Education and Audit Information - Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware ↗dpr.delaware.gov · HTML · Retrieved Oct 28, 2026
Quoted wording (6)
“40 hours of approved CPE CPA’s and PA’s must complete 80 hours of approved CPE during each full licensure renewal period between July 1 and June 30 odd-numbered years (2017-2019, 2019-2021, etc.). A minimum of 20 hours is to be completed in each year of the licensure period. For complete information CPE requirements, see the”
“40 hours of approved CPE CPA’s and PA’s must complete 80 hours of approved CPE during each full licensure renewal period between July 1 and June 30 odd-numbered years (2017-2019, 2019-2021, etc.). A minimum of 20 hours is to be completed in each year of the licensure period. For complete information CPE requirements, see the”
“40 hours of approved CPE CPA’s and PA’s must complete 80 hours of approved CPE during each full licensure renewal period between July 1 and June 30 odd-numbered years (2017-2019, 2019-2021, etc.). A minimum of 20 hours is to be completed in each year of the licensure period. For complete information CPE requirements, see the”
“– Section 9.2 The CPE must include at least: 8 hours in accounting and/or auditing, 8 hours in taxation, and 4 hours in a Board-approved Delaware-specific ethics course Click on the titles below in each section to expand the information. ENTERING CONTINUING EDUCATION IN THE CE TRACKER Continuing professional education (CPE) is”
“– Section 9.2 The CPE must include at least: 8 hours in accounting and/or auditing, 8 hours in taxation, and 4 hours in a Board-approved Delaware-specific ethics course Click on the titles below in each section to expand the information. ENTERING CONTINUING EDUCATION IN THE CE TRACKER Continuing professional education (CPE) is”
“accounting and/or auditing, 8 hours in taxation, and 4 hours in a Board-approved Delaware-specific ethics course Click on the titles below in each section to expand the information. ENTERING CONTINUING EDUCATION IN THE CE TRACKER Continuing professional education (CPE) is”
- License Renewal - Division of Professional Regulation - State of Delaware ↗dpr.delaware.gov · HTML · Retrieved Oct 28, 2026
Quoted wording (3)
“the information. RENEWING CPA & PA PERMITS An active permit must be renewed in DELPROS every two years before the expiration date. During renewal, you are asked to attest that you have completed the required continuing professional education (CPE). You must complete at least 20 hours of CPE”
“the information. RENEWING CPA & PA PERMITS An active permit must be renewed in DELPROS every two years before the expiration date. During renewal, you are asked to attest that you have completed the required continuing professional education (CPE). You must complete at least 20 hours of CPE”
“required continuing professional education (CPE). You must complete at least 20 hours of CPE each year of the reporting period for a total of 40 for the two-year period. For complete information on CPE requirements, see the Continuing Education and Audit Information webpage and the following”