Common questions about CIA CPE Courses.
Try LumiQ for freeCIA CPE requirements are set by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). Practicing CIAs must complete 40 CPE hours per year, while nonpracticing CIAs must complete 20 CPE hours per year. Retired CIAs have no CPE requirement. Of these hours, a minimum of 2 CPE hours per year must be in ethics, regardless of practicing status.
Because requirements may change, CIA holders are responsible for confirming current requirements with the IIA.
The IIA's CPE reporting period runs January 1 through December 31, with renewal opening October 1. CPE hours must be earned and reported by December 31 through the IIA's Certification Candidate Management System (CCMS). Missing the deadline moves a holder into Grace status for up to two years, during which the CIA designation and its benefits cannot be claimed until the required CPE is reported. Failing to report for a full three-year period results in Revoked status, requiring full recertification.
Requirements may change, so confirm current deadlines and reporting steps directly with the IIA.
The IIA's renewal policy explicitly accepts formal self-study and correspondence programs relevant to internal auditing, provided the program builds professional competence, states clear objectives, is developed by qualified experts, offers current content, and provides evidence of completion.
Importantly, the IIA does not prequalify CPE providers or activities for CIA renewal. CIA holders are responsible for determining whether a given CPE activity meets the IIA's Certification Renewal Policy guidelines and for retaining documentation for at least three years in case of an audit. LumiQ is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a CPE sponsor (Sponsor ID: 146039); this NASBA registration is separate from the IIA's self-attestation model, and CIA holders should confirm that LumiQ courses meet the IIA's qualifying-activity criteria before applying credit toward their CIA renewal.
CIA CPE courses commonly cover topics such as:
• Enterprise risk management and internal audit strategy
• SOX compliance and internal controls testing
• Governance, audit committees, and board oversight
• Fraud risk, forensic considerations, and behavioral ethics
• Cybersecurity governance and IT general controls
Podcasts can deliver superior learning outcomes compared to live webinars and recorded webcasts. Audio-only formats reduce cognitive overload and "Zoom fatigue," allowing your brain to retain information better. Additionally, unlike live or in-person options, you can pause and replay complex internal audit concepts as needed for comprehension.
Podcasts also fit your schedule and your life better. Unlike live webinars with fixed start times, podcasts let you earn CPE during your commute, between engagements, or whenever works best.
In short, you get the same credit hours with better retention and zero scheduling conflicts.
CPE credits vary by course. Typically they range from 1 to 2 hours per podcast and 3 to 9 hours for our in-depth, multi-episode learning paths. Each course listing clearly displays the credits you'll earn upon completion. All credits are earned once you complete the podcast episode in full and pass the final assessment.
LumiQ is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) in the U.S. as a CPE sponsor (Sponsor ID: 146039). LumiQ's self-study courses are subject to the IIA's Certification Renewal Policy, and the IIA does not prequalify individual providers or courses. CIA holders are responsible for confirming that a specific course meets the IIA's qualifying-activity criteria before applying it toward their CIA CPE requirement.
Yes. With a LumiQ account you have access to the CPE Tracker. LumiQ Tracker automatically tracks the CPE you earn with LumiQ. Certificates of completion can be downloaded at any time.
Yes. LumiQ works on mobile. We have an app for both Apple and Android devices so you can complete on-demand CPE during your commute, workout, or whenever it fits your schedule.
Click here to go to the Google Play Store and click here to go to the Apple App Store.
Yes! Sign up for a free trial today and get 3 NASBA-approved CPE credits, no credit card required. To purchase a full subscription, visit our pricing page. If you work for a company with a team of internal auditors, or others who may be interested, contact us for team pricing options.





















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