Meeting continuing professional education (CPE) requirements

CPE requirements

You need at least 40 CPE hours in the 12 months before you register:

• At least 30 hours must be from structured learning. Out of these 30 hours, at least 20 hours must be in core expertise areas. The remaining hours can be from any relevant professional area.

• The remaining 10 hours can include unstructured learning, such as self-study courses or research activities.

More details: Revised CPE syllabus [PDF, 213 KB]

What counts as structured learning

Structured learning involves formal activities that are relevant to the work of a PA. This includes:

• Attending courses or conferences (as a lecturer or participant)

• Serving on technical committees where you prepare or review technical material

Requirements for core expertise areas

Out of your 20 hours in core expertise areas, you need to complete:

• At least six hours in Financial and Sustainability Reporting Standards and Pronouncements 

• At least six hours in Auditing and Assurance Standards, Pronouncements and Methodology

• At least three hours in Information Technology

• At least two hours in Ethics and Professionalism

If you have completed the Public Practice Programme in the 12 months before you apply, you do not need the two hours in Ethics and Professionalism. However, you must still meet the total 40 CPE hours required.

What to prepare for PA registration

To register as a PA, you need to prepare these documents to show that you have met the CPE requirement:

1. CPE log book (Appendix IV): Use this format to record all CPE hours acquired in the 12 months before you apply.

2. Proof of participation: Keep certified true copies for all structured courses listed in your log book, such as:

   • Certificates

   • Attendance lists

   • Lecturers' letters of certification

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