Common questions about Yellowbook CPE.
Try LumiQ for free“Yellow Book” CPE generally refers to continuing professional education aligned with the Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) issued by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO). Yellow Book standards apply to many audits of government entities and programs, and they emphasize independence, quality, and high-quality audit reporting.
Yellow Book requirements typically apply to government auditors and audit teams performing work under GAGAS often including financial audits, performance audits, and attestation engagements. If your audit organization performs engagements subject to Yellow Book standards (including audits of entities that receive government awards), you may need Yellow Book CPE as part of your continuing education plan.
They’re related, but not identical. Single audits are governed by the Uniform Guidance and focus on federal awards, major program determination, testing internal control and compliance, and reporting (including schedules like the SEFA). Many professionals who perform single audits also need Yellow Book-aligned training because GAGAS concepts and quality expectations show up throughout planning, execution, and audit reporting.
Yellow Book CPE courses commonly cover:
The purpose and structure of GAGAS and the GAO Yellow Book
Independence and ethical requirements for government engagements
Quality control, peer review, and documentation expectations
Audit objectives, internal control considerations, and testing approaches
Audit findings, reporting, and communication in a government environment
Updates that affect practice (e.g., Compliance Supplement changes)
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 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 clients, 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). Courses completed through NASBA-registered sponsors are generally accepted by U.S. boards of accountancy, subject to each state board’s specific CPE requirements.
LumiQ’s QAS self-study Yellow Book courses are classified under NASBA’s Accounting (Governmental) or Auditing (Governmental) field of study and provide CPE credit hours upon completion. Your certificate of completion documents the course, field of study, and credit hours earned.
Because CPE requirements and acceptance ultimately vary by state and by licensee circumstances, CPAs are responsible for confirming that a specific course meets their state board’s renewal requirements.
LumiQ courses may also support continuing education requirements for other finance and accounting credentials, depending on the rules of the applicable organization.
Yes. With a LumiQ account you have access to the CPE Tracker. LumiQ Tracker automatically tracks the CPE you earn with LumiQ. Accounting professionals can download their certificates of completion at any time.
Yes, we’ve got an app for both Apple and Android devices. 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 CPAs, or others who may be interested, contact us for team pricing options.






















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