Kansas Accounting (CPA) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a certified public accountant misses CE requirements in Kansas, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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A permit may be renewed within 12 months of its expiration with a complete application and the prescribed fee (K.S.A. 1-310(d)). Late renewal requires proof of completion of the 80 CPE hours, plus an additional 8-hour penalty if the 80 hours were not completed within the permit period or the 20-hour annual minimum was not met (board FAQ).Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: Kansas Board of Accountancy (FAQs)

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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