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2024 Professional Skepticism for the Public Accountant


Total Credits: 1 including 1 Auditing - Technical

Average Rating:
   5
Categories:
ACPEN Industry Institute |  Accounting and Auditing
Faculty:
Chris Harper
Course Levels:
Basic
Duration:
1 Hour
License:
Product Setting: Expires 30 day(s) after program date.

Dates
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Description

Accountants are expected to demonstrate a questioning mindset. While such professional skepticism is an obvious requirement for assurance engagements, it is applicable elsewhere in the practice of public accounting. In fact, a skeptical mindset offers benefits to both public accountants and those who work in industry. This course provides specific examples of professional skepticism while suggesting best practices.

Basic Course Information

Learning Objectives
  • Explain the benefits of professional skepticism
  • Understand AICPA requirements for professional skepticism
  • Identify ways to enhance skepticism in your professional endeavors
  • Associate skepticism principles with a variety of professional accounting services

Major Subjects
  • Self-evaluation of skepticism
  • Requirements set forth by the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
  • Risk assessment
  • Analytical procedures
  • Advice for cultivating your professionally skeptical mindset

Course Materials

Faculty

Chris Harper's Profile

Chris Harper Related Seminars and Products


Chris has been serving the tax and accounting needs of individuals and closely-held businesses since 1998. As a frequent speaker, he has taught a variety of continuing education courses for several state CPA societies. Chris is frequently interviewed by media outlets on a variety of financial, tax, and accounting topics.


Dates

Sat, Dec 07, 2024 - 07:00am to 08:00am MST
Fri, Dec 20, 2024 - 09:00am to 10:00am MST
Tue, Dec 31, 2024 - 11:00am to 12:00pm MST
Wed, Jan 15, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:00pm MST
Mon, Jan 27, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm MST
Mon, Feb 17, 2025 - 07:00am to 08:00am MST
Fri, Feb 28, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:00am MST
Wed, Mar 05, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm MST
Sat, Mar 22, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:00pm MDT
Mon, Apr 14, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm MDT
Wed, Apr 30, 2025 - 07:00am to 08:00am MDT

Additional Info

Basic Course Information

Advanced Preparation None
Course Developer

Van Der Aa Tax Ed, LLC


Designed For CPAs in public practice, members in industry, and any other professionals who want to evaluate and augment their level of professional skepticism
Yellow Book No
Original Recording Date 5/1/2024
Prerequisites None
Date Added to Catalog 3/12/2024

Additional Information

Complaint Resolution Policy Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints.  anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Course Registration Requirements Online Registration
Instructional Delivery Method Group Internet Based
Official Registry Statement Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org
Refund/Cancellation Policy Please contact the ACPEN help desk 1-877-602-9877 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.

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Overall:      4.8

Total Reviews: 5

Comments

Jackie J - Saugatuck, Michigan

"Overall, nice review of professional standards and highlighting the importance of professional skepticism."