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Continuing Education Requirements

This information is intended to provide answers to commonly asked questions. It is not intended to replace detailed information found in your state's requirements. Though we have made reasonable efforts to ensure that the information given is reliable and current, we cannot guarantee that it is. For more information please contact the PACLE board. See contact information below.

Compliance Group 1 - Annual Deadline April 30

2021 Compliance Period: 5/1/2021 - 4/30/2021

  • Twelve (12) hour requirement may be completed with credits earned through live-online or pre-recorded online courses
  • Distance learning credits earned during this period may carry forward (up to two compliance periods)

2022 Compliance Period: 5/1/2021 - 4/30/2022 and
2023 Compliance Period: 5/1/2022 - 4/30/2023
2024 Compliance Period: 5/1/2023 - 4/30/2024

  • Six (6) credits must be live-online (teleconference, webcast) or in-person/classroom
  • Up to six (6) credits may be completed through pre-recorded online courses
  • Only credits through live-online (teleconference, webcast) and in-person/classroom courses taken during this period may carry forward (up to two compliance periods)

Compliance Group 2 - Annual Deadline August 31

2021 Compliance Period: 9/1/2020 - 8/31/2021

  • Twelve (12) hour requirement may be completed with credits earned through live-online or pre-recorded online courses
  • Distance learning credits earned during this period may carry forward (up to two compliance periods)

2022 Compliance Period: 9/1/2021 - 8/31/2022 and
2023 Compliance Period: 9/1/2022 - 8/31/2023
2024 Compliance Period: 9/1/2023 - 8/31/2024

  • Six (6) credits must be live-online (teleconference, webcast) or in-person/classroom
  • Up to six (6) credits may be completed through pre-recorded online courses
  • Only credits through live-online (teleconference, webcast) and in-person/classroom courses taken during this period may carry forward (up to two compliance periods)

Compliance Group 3 - Annual Deadline December 31

2021 Compliance Period: 1/1/2021 - 12/31/2021

  • Twelve (12) hour requirement may be completed with credits earned through live-online or pre-recorded online courses
  • Distance learning credits earned during this period may carry forward (up to two compliance periods)

2022 Compliance Period: 1/1/2022 - 12/31/2022 and
2023 Compliance Period: 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2023
2024 Compliance Period: 1/1/2024 - 12/31/2024

  • Six (6) credits must be live-online (teleconference, webcast) or in-person/classroom
  • Up to six (6) credits may be completed through pre-recorded online courses
  • Only credits through live-online (teleconference, webcast) and in-person/classroom courses taken during this period may carry forward (up to two compliance periods)

 

Pennsylvania state requires that attorneys complete 12 hours per year. At least two(2) hours must be ethics. Excess ethics credits are automatically converted to substantive credits up to the annual requirement. Excess ethics above 12 are carried forward as ethics credits.

Up to six (6) credits per year may be completed online. There are three compliance groups (1, 2, 3) with CLE deadlines at the end of April, August, and December, respectively. Pennsylvania state allows up to two times the annual requirement (2 x 12=24) to be accumulated and carried forward into future compliance periods.  Excess online credits do not carry forward.

12 credits required,  2 credits must be ethics and half (6) of the credits may be pre-recorded video. 6 credits must be live (classroom, teleconference, or webinar).


Express Credit Reporting:

CAPE is one of three members of a very select group of accredited course providers to have received approval and training from the PA CLE Board to use the "Electronic Exchange of Provider Reports for Specific Systems" (EXPRESS). With EXPRESS, CAPE is able to efficiently and accurately report your CLE credits directly to the PA CLE Board.


Contact Cape Institute:

Cape Institute
P.O. Box 377
Newtown Square, PA 19073

Phone: 888-227-3331
Fax: 888-305-9471
Or email us at cle@capeschool.com

Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board:

Pennsylvania Judicial Center
601 Commonwealth Ave., Suite 3400
P.O. Box 62495
Harrisburg, PA 17106
***If sending items with overnight service, please use zip code 17120***
717-231-3250
800-497-2253
https://www.pacle.org/

 

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Teleconference

Live Teleconference Classes

• Localized Phone Numbers to Select From
• You may Participate or you may Follow Along from Anywhere
• Register Online and Pay Only $13.60 per credit
Will count as "Live CREDIT for PA CLE" when completed between 1/1/2021 and 12/31/2024
• Excess Credits Completed Will Carry Forward

• If you're going through reinstatement, click here

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Webcast

Live Webcast Classes

• Easy to Use Zoom
• You may Participate or you may Follow Along from Anywhere
• Register Online and Pay Less Than $24 per Credit
Will count as "Live CREDIT for PA CLE" when completed between 1/1/2021 and 12/31/2024
• Excess Credits Completed Will Carry Forward
• If you're going through reinstatement, click here

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Video & Audio

Pre-Recorded Video & Audio Courses

• Online Audio MP3 or Video MP4 Courses
• Mac, PC, iPad, and Android Tablet compatible
• Access from Anywhere with your device
• Register for Bundles Online and Pay Less than $6.50 per Credit
• Excess Credits Completed WILL NOT Carry Forward
• If you're going through reinstatement, click here

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Classroom

Classroom

• Teleconference and Webinars count as "LIVE" for 2024 Compliance
• If you're going through reinstatement, click here

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Features.

• Classroom, teleconference, audio and video courses
• Credits reported quickly to PA CLE board
• Former students receive 15% off classroom with advance registration
• Distant learning starting at $8 per credit

• Prices include filing fees

Why Choose Cape Institute?

• Friendly, knowledgeable customer service representatives to assist your every need
• No Hidden Charges
• Multi-State approvals on many courses
• Credits reported next business day in most states (where applicable)
• Former students discounts on classroom
• More choices: classroom, audio, video, and teleconference
• CLE is a pleasant experience with CAPE

Have Questions? Call us at # 888-227-3331 or reach us by email at cle@capeschool.com.