The Impact of AI on Continuing Education for Accountant Professionals (2025)

In a changing educational world, AI continuing education is becoming essential. It helps meet the needs of non-traditional learners and keeps institutions relevant. From personalized learning paths to digital credentials, these are the top trends that will change higher education soon. 

MYCPE ONE Courses stay at the forefront of these changes by providing AI-powered experiences in learning, which continues to evolve the needs for professionals.  

The courses offered are designed to help students remain ahead in their careers because they provide flexible, self-paced learning combined with leading-edge technology.  

Whether an individual is looking to upgrade his or her skills regarding, MYCPE ONE Courses provide expert-led, applied education that equips participants to apply what they've learned directly at work. 

Artificial Intelligence: Driving Personalized Learning 

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword; it’s becoming integral to higher education. AI powers many tools and platforms we use daily, and its role in education is expanding rapidly. 

AI-driven learning platforms and management systems are advancing to offer more tailored educational experiences. These systems analyze data to recommend personalized learning paths, which are always effective and engaging for learning. 

Rise of Digital and Mastery Transcripts

Traditional transcripts never actually speak to the capabilities of the learner. Digital or mastery transcripts have been a new recent trend gaining momentum in the previous few years. 

Unlike traditional academic records, digital transcripts provide: 

• Enhanced detail for employers to assess capabilities 
• A marketing advantage for learners to showcase their expertise 
• A streamlined approach to recognizing micro-credentials 

The Demand for On-Demand Learning 

The pandemic made the case for flexible, on-demand learning solutions. Non-traditional learners, especially those balancing work and education, require options that fit their schedules and deliver quick, tangible results. 

Key Features of On-Demand Learning 

• Self-directed online courses 
• Flexible, modular program structures 
• Immediate applicability to career and personal growth 

The Shift in Delivery Modes

Post-COVID, students now have three primary delivery modes to choose from: 

• Traditional Classroom: Slowly re-emerging but far from its pre-pandemic dominance. 
• Virtual Classroom: A live, synchronous experience using platforms like Zoom or Webex, developed as a necessity during the pandemic but now growing in popularity. 
• Online Asynchronous Learning: Independent, self-paced courses with steady interest over time. 

The Decline of Traditional Classrooms 

Interestingly, McMaster has noted that the demand for classroom-based experiences has plummeted considerably. Attempts to reclaim in-person sessions, such as during the Winter 2023 term, ultimately were unsuccessful as students overwhelmingly defaulted to virtual and asynchronous experience. 

Why This Matters 

This trend seems to indicate a fundamental shift in student preferences, and virtual learning is likely to be the preferred mode moving forward. AI will play a critical role in sustaining and enhancing this transition, particularly in areas like: 

• Personalizing learning paths 
• Enhancing engagement through predictive analytics 
• Streamlining administrative processes 

The Resilience of Self-Directed Learning

At one time, self-directed, asynchronous learning was seen as a flash in the pan, but this has not been the case. Instead, as more students demand flexibility, this continues to prove to be an extremely robust form of learning that AI-driven platforms support in offering:  

• Adaptive learning experiences 
• Tracking of progress with recommendations for next steps 
• Facilitating learners' setting of personalized goals and achieving them 

MYCPE ONE CE Courses in AI and Chat-GPT for Accounting Professionals

Course: ChatGPT x Excel: Making Accountants Look Like Tech Geniuses 

Type: On-demand 

Instructor: Garrett Wasny 

Course link: ChatGPT x Excel: Making Accountants Look Like Tech Geniuses

This NASBA-approved CPE course enables accounting professionals to tap the full potential of ChatGPT's AI with Microsoft Excel. Interactive exercises and real-world scenarios teach you how to optimize accounting processes, simplify workflow, and increase efficiency and accuracy. Transform your accounting practices through hands-on, innovative training designed for the modern financial professional.

Learning Objective: 

• Apply ChatGPT's AI expertise to enhance Excel skills for accounting tasks. 
• Analyze and optimize complex Excel formulas with AI guidance. 
• Create tailored Excel cheat sheets for efficient data management.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Integrating ChatGPT with Excel: A New Paradigm in Accounting 
• Advanced Excel Formulas and Functions through ChatGPT Guidance 
• Creating Dynamic Excel Cheat Sheets with AI Assistance 
• Simplifying Complex Excel Concepts with the ELI5 Method 
• Optimizing and Cleaning Excel Formulas Using ChatGPT 
• Customizing Prompts for Specialized Accounting Needs 
• Developing Advanced Financial Analysis Models in Excel with ChatGPT

Course: Ethics & Regulations: AI Integration in Professional Practices 

Type: E-book 

Instructor: Kelen Camehl 

Course link: Ethics & Regulations: AI Integration in Professional Practices

This course focuses on the ethical and regulatory implications of AI adoption in accounting, such as issues with bias, transparency, and accountability. Learn to mitigate risks, adhere to regulations (e.g., GDPR), and ensure ethics during AI-driven decision-making. It also encompasses data privacy, security, and best practices for keeping AI accountable in accounting.

Learning Objective: 

• Ethical considerations in AI integration with accounting. 
• Identify regulatory frameworks governing AI integration in accounting. 
• Research some data privacy and security considerations in AI-driven accounting. 
• Best Practices for Ethical Use of AI in Accounting Firms.

Key Topics Discussed: 

• AI Ethics in Accounting 
• Regulatory Frameworks for AI Integration 
• Bias Mitigation in AI Algorithms 
• Transparency and Explainability in AI Systems 
• Accountability in AI-driven Accounting Practices

Course: Get Ahead in 2025: Key Accounting Trends to Watch 

Type: On Demand 

Instructor: Eric Knight 

Course link: Get Ahead in 2025: Key Accounting Trends to Watch

This CPE Course will encompass the latest developments, including artificial intelligence integration, ESG reporting expansion, blockchain expansion, and digital assets challenges. It will discuss the implications that these trends bring about - real-time auditing, the focus on cybersecurity, and the drift toward advisory roles in a rapidly complex financial landscape.

Learning Objective: 

• An introductory understanding of key technological advances in accounting, such as AI, blockchain, and data analytics. 
• Explore emerging standards in ESG reporting, cybersecurity, and compliance that are transforming industry practices. 
• Evolving roles and responsibilities of accountants will become increasingly positioned in advisory and real-time reporting functions. 
• Identify potential challenges and opportunities regarding digital assets, forensic accounting, and remote work structures. 

Key Topics Discussed: 

• AI and Machine Learning 
• Continuous Auditing and Real Time Reporting 
• Internal Controls in a Remote Environment 
• Regulatory Updates 
• Forensic Accounting

Course: AI Masterclass Certification (AIMC)

Type: Certification Program 

Instructor: Joe Oringel 

Course link: AI Masterclass Certification (AIMC)

The AI Masterclass Certification empowers finance professionals and auditors by exploring the transformative applications of AI in finance, audit, and business valuation. It is a comprehensive course that goes into the details of AI technologies, ethical considerations, and practical implementation strategies. Tailored to enhance your expertise, it equips you to drive innovation, optimize analysis, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

Learning Objective: 

• Impact of AI on financial and audit practices. 
• Distinguishing AI from RPA in professional settings. 
• Foundational AI technologies and their applications. 
• Ethical considerations and governance in AI use. 
• Advanced AI fraud detection systems and business valuation systems.

Key Topics Discussed: 

• CPAs and CFEs who want to take their AI and machine learning knowledge up a notch for strategic implementation and risk management.
• Owners of CPA firms and financial professionals seeking to enter AI advisory services and optimize operations. 
• Those interested in gaining an all-around view of how AI impacts business, finance, and auditing.

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Continuing Education: The Catalyst for a Flexible Post-Secondary Ecosystem 

Continuing education and workforce education divisions play an extremely important role in making post-secondary ecosystems more flexible, in the ever-changing learning landscape. Agility, by focusing on the needs of nontraditional learners, is critical in keeping innovation at the heart of operations and shifting workforce demands on point.

Agility and Innovation in Program Development 

One of the most distinguishing features of CE and workforce education divisions is their speed in action. Unlike undergraduate or graduate programs, which entail long processes before approval, can:  

• Pilot new educational models and courses quickly. 
• Adapt or rework programs based on immediate feedback. 
• Serve as a testing ground for innovations that later influence broader institutional strategies.

Why This Matters 

This agility enables CE divisions to explore new approaches, experiment with emerging trends like AI continuing education, and implement cutting-edge technologies to improve learner outcomes.

Conclusion

It's making a difference in the way continuing education institutions meet the needs of non-traditional learners. Institutions can then thrive and remain relevant through trends such as personalized learning, digital transcripts, and delivery of flexible programs. 

MYCPE ONE provides many innovative AI continuing education courses to keep professionals on the cutting edge in their areas of practice. It ensures that its personalized learning experience is centered around integrating state-of-the-art technology in order to satisfy the distinct needs of each learner.  

Its courses are on diverse subjects such as accounting and finance, HR, and business management, all improved by the use of AI tools in enhancing learning outcomes.

John Paul

Director of Professional Development, The Entrust Group

John Paul Ruiz has over 27 years of experience in the retirement and financial services industries. Before joining Entrust, he served as Vice President of Professional Development for Integrated Retirement Initiatives, LLC. John Paul has valuable retirement plan insight from his roles at Ascensus, the IRA Institute, and American Bankers Association, among others. In addition to his extensive career in the industries of retirement and finance, he holds QKA and CISP certifications. John Paul ensures the Entrust team remains compliant with ERISA regulations, and uses his impressive retirement industry knowledge to help them better serve their clients.