If you are actively licensed in Maryland, you have likely received an email from the Board of Public Accountancy regarding NASBA’s CPE Audit Service. The explanation in that email caused some confusion, and we want to clarify the change so you have the information you need.

We have confirmed with the Board of Public Accountancy the following:

• NEW (effective Sept. 1, 2025): Only if you are selected for a Continuing Professional Education audit will you be required to use NASBA’s CPE Audit Service to upload your CPE certificates.

• UNCHANGED: The license renewal process with the Maryland Board remains the same. You must still renew and report your total CPE hours through the Board’s website.

Although the MACPA was not informed in advance of the timing of this change, we are committed to keeping you updated and will continue to share details as we receive them.

What’s new and what’s not

The CPE audit process is not new; it is a routine, random selection. The only new requirement is this: If you are selected for CPE audit, you must upload your documentation through NASBA’s CPE Audit Service.
 
If you have questions, please contact NASBA at cpeauditservice@nasba.org for assistance with enrollment, or reach out to the Maryland Board for clarification on reporting requirements.