
California Society of CPAs (CalCPA)
Members can access 28+ hours of complimentary CPE annually, including Ethics4Free and on-demand self-study modules.
Free CPE Courses(opens in a new tab, external site)At Pacific Executive Search we’ve curated free CPE sources—state societies, government programs, professional bodies, educational platforms, leading firms, and specialty providers—so busy CPAs can earn credits in ethics, tax, audit, FP&A, and tech without cost barriers.
Discover professional societies and official bodies providing free CPE resources. Access ethics courses, webinars, and self-study modules to stay updated and earn credits efficiently.
These resources help members stay current with professional standards, enhance technical knowledge, and earn continuing education credits efficiently while networking and accessing exclusive member tools and content.

Members can access 28+ hours of complimentary CPE annually, including Ethics4Free and on-demand self-study modules.
Free CPE Courses(opens in a new tab, external site)Periodic free webinars, self-study courses and the 'Digital Mindset Pack'—filter their CPE & Learning page by 'Free.'
AICPA CPE & Learning(opens in a new tab, external site)Explore government-sponsored CPE programs for tax professionals and accountants. Access webinars, outreach programs, and seminars offering approved continuing education credits.
These programs provide practical guidance on regulatory compliance, tax updates, audit standards, and public policy changes. They help professionals maintain licensure, improve competency, and stay informed on changes in laws and accounting standards.
Free webinars, Nationwide Tax Forum seminars and outreach programs offering CE credits for tax practitioners (some NASBA-approved).
IRS CPE Programs(opens in a new tab, external site)Access top educational platforms offering free and accredited courses for CPAs. Improve skills in tax, audit, FP&A, Excel modeling, and professional development at no cost.
These platforms provide flexible learning options, including live webinars and on-demand self-study modules, making it easy to earn credits while balancing work. They help professionals learn new technologies, methodologies, and practical skills applicable across industries.

Free daily live webinars & on-demand NASBA-accredited sessions on tax, audit, ethics, tech and practice management.
CPA Academy(opens in a new tab, external site)100+ NASBA-accredited self-paced courses for FP&A, Excel modeling, budgeting & forecasting.
Vena Academy(opens in a new tab, external site)
Free introductory modules on Excel, financial analysis and foundational FP&A topics.
CFI Free Courses(opens in a new tab, external site)New customers qualify for one free CPE course selected from on-demand and webcast options.
Becker Free CPE(opens in a new tab, external site)Leading accounting firms offer on-demand and live CPE sessions. Stay updated on reporting, tax, audit, and regulatory developments with accredited resources.
These sessions help professionals stay compliant, deepen technical expertise, and gain insights from industry leaders. Often NASBA-accredited, they are useful for career development and professional growth.

On-demand & live CPE sessions on reporting, tax, audit and regulatory updates.
PwC Webcasts(opens in a new tab, external site)NASBA-accredited webcasts—live attendees receive immediate CPE certificates.
Deloitte Dbriefs(opens in a new tab, external site)Find specialty providers and CPE aggregators offering curated, free self-study courses, webinars, and resources for niche topics and professional skill development.
These platforms cover topics like M&A, government contracts, technology, and soft skills. They help professionals quickly access diverse learning resources, earn credits efficiently, and strengthen specific skill sets.

Monthly webinars on practice management, tech, security with on-demand archives.
Woodard Webinars(opens in a new tab, external site)
Rotating free self-study on M&A, government contracts and soft skills like stress management.
CPE Think(opens in a new tab, external site)