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May 2, 2022

Prepare for the FY22 CPE Earning Deadline

Every Active Status individual licensed prior to July 1, 2021, must meet the minimum 20-hour CPE one-year requirement for FY22. Those licensed prior to July 1, 2019, also need to meet the three-year requirements.

Log onto Online Services to see your CPE for FY20 and FY21 and check to see if there are any deficiencies in the summary chart (See image below). All the boxes shaded in red means that the requirement has not been met. 

Reminder: You can only submit your CPE once through Online Services. Do not sumit before June 30 if you still intend to earn more CPE before June 30. Once submitted, the data is no longer editable. Be sure you have accurate information for the July 1 – June 30 year before it is entered into the Board’s CPE reporting system.

Now is the time to check, while you still have time to earn any CPE you need for compliance. 

CPE Earning FAQ

Q: What if I am no longer using my Active status license?

A: You are still obligated to follow CPE rules, until after your status change to inactive, retired, or exempt becomes effective.

Q: Why should I care about my CPE Earning NOW?

A: You are not able to renew your license or change status until you are compliant with CPE requirements, AND CPE late earning fees accrue monthly. 

Q: Do I have to report the CPE by June 30?

A: No. You do not need to REPORT until December 31, 2022, or when you renew - whichever comes first. However, you do need to EARN your CPE by June 30. Do not report CPE earned after the June 30 deadline (carryback hours) online. (Minnesota Statutes, section 326A.08)

Q: What should I do if my 2020 and 2021 CPE Reporting in Online Services does not match my records?

A: If there is a discrepancy, you will want to determine why and fix it promptly. If you find that what is listed in Online Services needs to be updated, notify the Board in writing (letter or email) of what exact changes need to be made. You do not need to submit the course certificates unless they are requested by the Board. 

Click on the button below to learn more about CPE. 

License Cards for Current CPA Licensees and SP Firms Available Through Online Services

Reminder: The Board is no longer mailing license or permit cards upon renewal. Current Active and Inactive status licensees may instead log into Online Services and print a PDF version of their license card. Sole proprietors whose firm permit number is the same as their individual license number can also print a copy of their firm permit.

Log in to Online Services, then select the "License Card" tab (see image below). If a card is available, you will see a "print" option. Note that if you have only just recently renewed or become licensed, the card may not be available (or may not show your new expiration date) for 3-5 business days.

No license/permit cards are available for CPA firms or RAPs/RAP firms. To verify your status and expiration, use Find a CPA (individuals) and Find a CPA Firm (CPA and RAP firms).

What's the Difference between Sole Proprietor Firm and a CPA Firm? 

The main difference between a Sole Proprietor firm and CPA Firm is that the CPA Firm is registered with the Secretary of State. 

It does not matter if you have only one owner or one employee. If you are firm that is registered with the Secretary of State, you are a CPA Firm and will need to renew your permit using the CPA Firm Permit Renewal Form. 

Can't remember if you registered with the Secretary of State? You can verify if you are registered with the Secretary of State by visiting the Secretary of State website and search your firm name. 

If you are registered the Search result may appear similar to image below. Keep in mind your "Business Type" may be different than the example below. 

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