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Standards for Tennessee CPAs: State Specific Ethics 2026 2 Credits 2 Credits

Standards for Tennessee CPAs: State Specific Ethics 2026 2 Credits 2 Credits

  • Perry Moore

    | CPA, CIA, CRMA

  • Published on

    January, 1970

  • Subject Area

    Regulatory Ethics

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify Tennessee-specific ethical requirements for CPAs.
  • Explain licensing rules and compliance obligations under Tennessee law.
  • Analyze common violations and enforcement actions using real case examples.
  • Evaluate CPE requirements and peer review obligations for Tennessee CPAs.
  • Assess risks related to unlicensed activity and professional misconduct.
  • Apply ethical principles and regulatory guidance to maintain compliance.

Course Overview

This CPE course fulfills the Tennessee-specific ethics requirement approved by the Tennessee State Board of Accountancy and is valid until March 31st, 2027.

Ethics and compliance remain critical for Tennessee CPAs, with increasing regulatory scrutiny and enforcement actions shaping professional responsibilities. This course provides a comprehensive overview of Tennessee-specific ethics rules, licensing requirements, and real enforcement case examples that highlight common violations and disciplinary actions.

Participants will explore key areas including license requirements, unlicensed activity, peer review obligations, continuing professional education (CPE) rules, and the Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct. The course also covers emerging topics such as AI risks, data security, and compliance challenges faced by CPAs.

Major Topics:

  • Tennessee ethics rules and regulations
  • License requirements and compliance
  • Unlicensed activity risks
  • CPE requirements and audits
  • Peer review obligations
  • Enforcement cases and disciplinary actions
  • Professional conduct standards
  • Emerging issues: AI and data security

Through real-world case studies and regulatory insights, attendees will gain practical knowledge to maintain compliance, avoid penalties, and uphold ethical standards in professional practice.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: 

  • This is a Tennessee Ethics course and is subject to state-specific compliance rules.
  • To receive a valid CPE certificate and for your credit to be reported to the Tennessee State Board of Accountancy, you must complete and submit the mandatory course evaluation after finishing the course.
  • Please note:
    • CPE certificates will NOT be generated unless the evaluation form is submitted
    • Credits will NOT be reported to the Tennessee Board without a completed evaluation
    • Late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances
  • Final deadline to submit the evaluation: March 31, 2027.
  • If you complete the course but do not submit the evaluation by this deadline, the course will be marked as Incomplete, and you will permanently lose the ability to generate a certificate for this course.

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

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License details Credits Status
Regulatory Ethics for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
License details Credits Status
Regulatory Ethics for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved

Additional Information

Credits

2

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Perry Moore

Perry Moore | CPA, CIA, CRMA

Professor of Accounting, Perry Moore

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Dr. Perry Moore is the Charles E. Frasier Chair of Accountancy, Director of the MAcc Program, and Director of Assessment at Lipscomb University’s Pfeffer Graduate School of Business.  He is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Internal Auditor, and is Certified in Risk Management Assurance.  A Nashville native, Perry graduated from Lipscomb with a degree in accounting and then completed his graduate studies at the University of Alabama and the University of Georgia.   
 
For the Tennessee Society of CPA’s, Perry is a member of their Scholarship Committee.  Perry has also directed their “Accounting Academy”, a program designed to attract high school students to accounting careers.  
 
Perry is active in the Institute of Internal Auditors.  He has served as a past president of their Nashville Chapter.  Perry is also a Past-President of Delta Mu Delta, an international honor society for business majors, where he currently serves as Treasurer.   
 
Perry provides training for CPAs across the state of Tennessee on Professional Ethics. In 2023, the Tennessee Society of CPAs named Perry as a TSCPApex Award recipient in honor of his exemplary efforts and achievements in advancing the accounting profession through his leadership on the Tennessee State Specific Ethics CPE Program.    
 
Perry serves as a member of the CPE Standards Working Group for the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA).  In 2015, the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs honored Perry with their International Teaching Excellence Award. In 2022, the AICPA honored Perry with the Mark Chain/FSA Innovation in Graduate Teaching Award. He has also received teaching awards from the Tennessee Society of CPAs, Lipscomb University, and the University of Georgia. 

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What are the requirements to maintain compliance with self-study courses?

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.

How can I access my course completion certificates?

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 professional organizations for compliance and reporting purposes.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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What is a Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit?

A Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit is an interactive, real-time online seminar where professionals can earn Continuing Education credits by participating in live sessions led by experts in various fields. Our courses qualify for credits with NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations.

How do I earn credits through live webinars?

To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

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MY-CPE LLC courses are accepted for continuing education credit by various professional certification programs, including NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, and HRCI. MY-CPE LLC is also recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with live webinar courses?

To maintain compliance, you must adhere to the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include attending the full duration of the webinar, participating in interactive elements, and completing any post-webinar evaluations or assessments.

How can I access my webinar completion certificates?

After successfully attending a live webinar and fulfilling all participation requirements, you can access and download your completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are accepted for compliance and reporting purposes with NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM (for PDCs), Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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