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Make required Continuing Education More Valuable and Grow Your EA Practice with courses and certification from SMBRI

The SMBRI Team • January 2, 2024

Enrolled Agents (EAs) in the United States have specific continuing education requirements to maintain their licensure and practice rights. According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), EAs must complete 72 hours of continuing education every three years. This must include a minimum of 16 hours per year, with at least two of those hours focused on ethics. The continuing education must be obtained from an IRS-approved provider.



The National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA) holds its members to a higher standard than the minimum set by the IRS. Members of NAEA are required to complete 30 hours of IRS-approved continuing education each year, leading to a total of 90 hours over a three-year enrollment cycle. This requirement reflects the NAEA's commitment to ensuring that its members maintain a high level of expertise and stay updated on the latest tax laws and regulations.


The California Society of Enrolled Agents (CSEA) also sets standards that exceed those of the IRS. Full members and CA EA associates of CSEA must acquire 30 hours of Continuing Education per calendar year.


Grow Your EA Practice with courses and certification from SBRI

For EAs looking to fulfill their continuing education requirements, the Small Business Research Institute (SBRI) offers courses on ceanow.org. These courses not only count towards the required Continuing Education credits (coming soon) but also offer the opportunity for EAs to grow their practice by obtaining a new certification as a Certified Entrepreneurial Advisor. This certification can be a valuable asset for EAs looking to expand their services and expertise in the area of entrepreneurial advice and support.


EAs interested in these opportunities should explore our 30-day free trial for more information on course offerings and their relevance to continuing education and professional development.

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