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Kansas Accounting (CPA) CE Requirements
Kansas CPAs need 80 hours of continuing education every 2 years. 1 state-mandated topic may apply, depending on the license and practice.
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Kansas 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 [1] |
| Renewal and reporting | Active permit holders must complete 80 hours of CE every 2 years (July 1 to June 30 biennial period). [1] |
| State-mandated topics | Ethics [1] |
| What CE counts | Qualifying CE programs include those whose program sponsor has been approved by the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) Registry, or is sponsored by or through the AICPA or a State Society of CPAs. [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
- Ethics — 2 hours [1]
The 80-hour biennial CE requirement must include 2 hours of ethics that directly relates to the practice of certified public accountancy.
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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 | A current fee has not been confirmed in this guide. Check the board’s fee schedule before paying. |
| Renewal application | Permit Renewal |
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- Boards of Accountancy - NASBA Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Kansas Board of Accountancy Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
Free courses that count toward the hours
Free CE accepted in Kansas
The board accepts continuing education accredited by NASBA [1]. These current free courses state that accreditation. State-mandated topics can require a specific approved course, so check those separately.
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Available on demandTARIFFS, RATE CUTS, AND THE DOLLAR: PRACTICAL PLANNING STRATEGIES
Self-study activity in Economics, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
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Available on demandESSENTIAL STATE AND LOCAL TAX YEAR-END PLANNING STRATEGIES
Self-study activity in Taxes, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
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Available on demandBILL's FINANCIAL OPERATIONS PLATFORM PRODUCT WALKTHROUGH
Self-study activity in Computer Software and Applications, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
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Available on demandSID KESS: A LEGEND & HIS LEGACY IN THE ACCOUNTING PROFESSION
Self-study activity in Personal Development, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
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Available on demandFIVE WAYS TO DECREASE STRESS DURING TAX SEASON: INTRO AND Q&A WITH SID KESS
Self-study activity in Personal Development, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
CPAacademy.orgFree
Available on demandBILL'S AI PRODUCT WALKTHROUGH
Self-study activity in Accounting, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
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Available on demandBILL's AP PRODUCT WALKTHROUGH
Self-study activity in Computer Software and Applications, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
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Available on demandTO DOJ TAX AND BACK AGAIN: A SIT-DOWN WITH CAROLINE CIRAOLO
Self-study activity in Specialized Knowledge, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
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Available on demandMONEY LAUNDERING 101 FOR CPAs
Instant webinar in Specialized Knowledge, offered through CPAacademy.org. Start and finish within the provider’s access window.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
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Questions
Kansas accounting (cpa) CE, answered
How many CE hours do Kansas CPAs need?
Kansas CPAs need 80 hours of continuing education every 2 years. 1 state-mandated topic may apply, depending on the license and practice. Active permit holders must complete 80 hours of CE every 2 years (July 1 to June 30 biennial period).
Does Kansas require specific CE topics for CPAs?
Ethics (2 hours): The 80-hour biennial CE requirement must include 2 hours of ethics that directly relates to the practice of certified public accountancy.
Do free online CE courses count in Kansas?
Qualifying CE programs include those whose program sponsor has been approved by the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) Registry, or is sponsored by or through the AICPA or a State Society of CPAs. Free courses accredited by NASBA are listed on this page; a state-mandated topic may need a specific approved course.
Sources & verification
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- FAQs | Kansas Board of Accountancy ↗ksboa.kansas.gov · HTML · Retrieved Oct 28, 2026
Quoted wording (7)
“REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CE. What are the CE requirements? For active permit holders, the CE requirement is 80 hours every 2 years to include 2 hours of ethics that directly relates to the practice of certified public accountancy. What is the CE reporting period? July 1 to June 30 in a biennial”
“REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CE. What are the CE requirements? For active permit holders, the CE requirement is 80 hours every 2 years to include 2 hours of ethics that directly relates to the practice of certified public accountancy. What is the CE reporting period? July 1 to June 30 in a biennial”
“REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CE. What are the CE requirements? For active permit holders, the CE requirement is 80 hours every 2 years to include 2 hours of ethics that directly relates to the practice of certified public accountancy. What is the CE reporting period? July 1 to June 30 in a biennial”
“REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CE. What are the CE requirements? For active permit holders, the CE requirement is 80 hours every 2 years to include 2 hours of ethics that directly relates to the practice of certified public accountancy. What is the CE reporting period? July 1 to June 30 in a biennial”
“accountancy. What is the CE reporting period? July 1 to June 30 in a biennial period Does Kansas have a specific CE requirement in the areas of accounting and attest? No. Does Kansas has an ethics requirement for CE? Yes. 2 hours of the required”
“if all of the following conditions are met: a. The program sponsor has been approved by either the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) Registry, or is sponsored by or through the AICPA or a State Society of CPAs;b. The program requires registration;c. The program includes a final examination;d. The participant”
“active permit holders, the CE requirement is 80 hours every 2 years to include 2 hours of ethics that directly relates to the practice of certified public accountancy. What is the CE reporting period? July 1 to June 30 in a biennial period Does Kansas have a specific CE requirement in the areas of accounting and attest? No. Does”