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NASBA-Approved CPE for CPAs

Unlimited CPE for CPAs, all year long

76,000+ 5-star reviews

Choose live webinars, self-study or both. Cover your credits, your ethics requirement and the topics your clients ask about, all with one subscription.

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  • NASBAApproved CPE sponsor
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Pay once, take as many CPE courses as you need for 12 months. Most general and state ethics courses are included in every subscription.

Unlimited Self-Study

$549

Includes

  • 1,000+ CPE credits in 225+ downloadable courses
  • Study any time, at your own pace
  • General and state ethics courses
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Unlimited PLUS

$899

Includes

  • 10,000+ CPE credits, our full library
  • 2,300+ live webinars a year with Q&A
  • On-demand webcasts (PLUS only)
  • Self-study, premium and gamified courses
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Unlimited Webinars

$749

Includes

  • 2,300+ live webinars a year
  • Ask the instructor in real time
  • No final exam for live credit
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How an Unlimited CPE Subscription Works

Three steps from sign-up to your CPE certificate.

  1. Choose your subscription

    Self-Study, Webinars or Unlimited PLUS. 12 months, one payment.

  2. Register or download

    Join live CPE webinars with one click, or start a self-study course any time.

  3. Earn your certificates

    Download a CPE certificate for each course to report to your state board.

Three Ways to Earn Online CPE Credits

Join live webinars with real-time Q&A, or study on your own schedule with self-study courses. Find courses that meet your continuing education requirements.

Live CPE Webinars

2,300+ a year with real-time Q&A. No final exam.

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On-Demand Webcasts

450+ recorded sessions you watch any time, with new ones added throughout the year. Included in an Unlimited PLUS subscription.

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Self-Study CPE

225+ courses as downloadable PDFs or textbooks, each with an exam. Study at your pace.

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Short on CPE credits before Dec. 31? You still have time.

Start a subscription today and register for live webinars this week, or finish self-study courses tonight. Check your state board for your exact deadline, or use our state CPE requirements map to find your board's website.

Why CPAs Choose Surgent CPE

Meet your requirements and build the career you want. Surgent CPE has helped CPAs since 1985, with new courses added as laws and standards change.

A Library That Keeps Up

Surgent is first to market with courses on new tax laws, audit rules and federal policy, so you can apply the changes before your clients ask. Choose from 10,000+ CPE credits.

  • First to market on new tax laws, audit rules and federal policy
  • Emerging topics such as AI, cryptocurrency and ransomware
  • Approved by NASBA, the IRS, CFP Board and CTEC
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Live Every Weekday

More than 2,300 live CPE webinars a year, scheduled across time zones so CPE fits around your workday, not the other way around.

  • Real-time Q&A with the instructor
  • No final exam required for live credit
  • Sessions on the latest tax law, standards and year-end changes
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Instructors Who Practice

Learn from 150+ practicing CPAs, attorneys and specialists who teach what applies to your work and filter out what does not.

  • 500+ Speaker of the Year awards
  • Expertise in tax, accounting, auditing and finance, from public practice to industry and government
  • Practical examples you can use with clients right away
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Ethics CPE Included

Meet your ethics requirement without buying separate courses. Most general and state-specific ethics courses are part of every Unlimited subscription.

  • General and state-specific ethics options
  • Live and self-study formats
  • See your state's ethics rules on its CPE requirements page
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Approved by the Boards That Matter

Surgent CPE courses are NASBA-approved and accepted in all 50 states, with approvals for enrolled agents, financial planners and California tax preparers too.

  • NASBA
  • IRS
  • CFP Board
  • California Tax Education Council (CTEC)
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What CPAs Say About Surgent CPE

Reviews from professionals who earn their CPE credits with Surgent.

“I have been a CPA for more than 30 years. These are the best webinars I have ever purchased. Thank you.”
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“Presenter was phenomenal. Content was interesting and useful. I was fully engaged for the two hours.”
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Every CPE credit you need, plus the skills that move your career forward, in one Unlimited CPE subscription.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about CPE credits, subscriptions, ethics and certificates.

Are Surgent CPE courses NASBA-approved?

Yes. Surgent CPE is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of continuing professional education, and its courses are accepted in all 50 states. Surgent is also an approved continuing education provider for the IRS, the CFP Board and the California Tax Education Council (CTEC).

How many CPE credits do CPAs need each year?

It depends on your state. Many states require 120 hours over a three-year period, often with an annual minimum and an ethics requirement. Check your state's CPE requirements page for the exact rules.

Is Surgent CPE accepted in my state?

Yes. Surgent CPE courses are NASBA-approved and accepted in all 50 states. Some states have specific rules for ethics or subject areas, so check your state's CPE requirements page before you choose courses.

What does an Unlimited CPE subscription include?

Each Unlimited subscription gives you 12 months of access to courses in its format. Unlimited Self-Study covers self-study courses, Unlimited Webinars covers live webinars and Unlimited PLUS covers every format, including on-demand webcasts and premium courses. A small number of products are excluded; see each subscription page for details.

Which Unlimited subscription is right for me?

Choose Unlimited Webinars if you like learning live with no exams, Unlimited Self-Study if you prefer to work at your own pace or Unlimited PLUS if you want every format and premium courses in one subscription.

Is ethics CPE included?

Yes. Most general and state-specific ethics courses are included in Unlimited subscriptions. A few state-specific courses are sold separately, so check the course page before you register.

Do I need to pass an exam for live webinar credit?

No. Live webinars require no final exam. You earn credit by attending the session and meeting its participation requirements.

How do self-study CPE courses work?

Self-study courses, including on-demand webcasts and downloadable courses, can be taken any time. When you finish the material, you pass a short online exam to earn credit.

How do I get my CPE certificate?

After you complete a course, your CPE certificate is available to download from your Surgent CPE account. Keep it for your records and for reporting to your state board.

Do you offer CE for EAs and tax preparers?

Yes. Surgent is an IRS-approved continuing education provider and offers Enrolled Agent CE and courses for the Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP).

Can I buy CPE for my firm or team?

Yes. Surgent CPE works with accounting firms and finance teams of every size. Staff can take courses in Surgent CPE's firm portal or in your organization's own learning management system (LMS). Visit CPE for Firms to request group pricing.

Can I try Surgent CPE before I buy?

Yes. You can take one full NASBA-approved course free, with no credit card required.

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