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A Basic Ethics Guidebook for Florida CPAs 4 Credits

A Basic Ethics Guidebook for Florida CPAs 4 Credits

  • Allison McLeod

    Doc. of Law
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    April, 2023
  • Subject Area

    Regulatory Ethics

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Learning Objective

  • To apply the ethics of professional accounting as CPAs through the analysis of case studies involving both actual situations and hypothetical facts.
  • To apply ethical judgment in interpreting the rules and determining public interest. Public interest should be placed ahead of self-interest, even if it means a loss of job or client.
  • To analyze and apply the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and Connecticut law that pertain to CPAs licensed to practice in the state of Connecticut. Students will become familiar with the Connecticut General Statues and Code of Professional Conduct, and the Policies adopted by the Board current
  • To determine the course of action that would uphold the intent of the rules in the performance of professional accounting services/work, not just to adhere to the mere technical compliance of such rules.
  • To review and discuss the rules and their implications for persons in a variety of practices, including:

Course Overview

A CPA is challenged in today’s work world to not only serve his/her client or employer but also to protect the public interest by ensuring that there is transparency in financial reporting or there is fair administration of the tax laws.  In balancing the two interests, a CPA may find him or herself in an ethical dilemma. This course covers not only basic ethical frameworks, but also specific rules from the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, and the Florida Revised Statutes, Administrative Rules and Code of Professional Conduct.  These sources govern the practice and responsibilities of Florida CPAs. It concludes with a section on how a CPA can put his or her ethics into action. 

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Federal State Ethics for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) (Approval No. 0025727) 4 CPE Approved
Certified Wealth Strategist (CWS) 4 CE Eligible
Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS) 4 CE Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

4

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

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Allison McLeod , Doc. of Law

Assistant Manager, Allison M. McLeod LL.M. CPA A PLLC

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Allison M. (Yee) McLeod, LL.M., JD, CPA, is currently a full-time Senior Lecturer at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas. She has also taught at the UNT College of Law as an adjunct law professor. Prior to her career in academia, Professor McLeod spent 18 in industry, working for a Big 4 accounting firm. a major retailer and an international cement company. In addition to her academic duties, Professor McLeod has had the privilege of teaching ethics to Texas CPAs across the State since 2011 and regularly serves as an expert witness on accounting malpractice cases. She is the owner of CPAEthicsOnline.com, which provides ethics CPE courses online for CPAs nation-wide. She occasionally serves as an expert witness in accounting malpractice cases.

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Self Study QAS (Quality Assurance Service) is a NASBA and other regulatory bodies approved program designed for Professionals to complete their Continuing Professional Education credits through self-paced, interactive courses that meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. We are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

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To earn CPE credits, you must complete the self-study course, pass the required assessments, and submit the necessary documentation. Credits are awarded based on the completion of course hours and successfully passing the assessments.

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To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

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After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

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