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TAX PRACTICE STANDARDS (ETHICS) 2 Credits 2 Credits

Aug 17, 2020, 01:30 PM ET

TAX PRACTICE STANDARDS (ETHICS) 2 Credits 2 Credits

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    Regulatory Ethics

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Aug 17, 2020, 01:30 PM ET

Learning Objectives

  • Know the expectations for tax practitioners in serving clients, including the duty of confidentiality, competency and proper administration of the tax law.
  • Understand the practitioner’s obligations to disclose certain client information when representing them against the IRS.
  • Know the sources that govern tax practice, such as Treasury Circular 230, the SSTS, the IRC and common law
  • Understand the common law standards of reasonable behavior and when a tax practitioner may be subject to negligence or other types of common law causes of action.

Course Overview

Recommended for Tax Professionals & Preparers, Enrolled Agents, CPAs, California Tax Professionals (CRTP)

Please join us for a comprehensive discussion on standards that professionals must adhere to as tax practitioners.  We will be covering the major governing rules, such as Treasury Circular 230, the AICPA Statements on Standards for Tax Services (SSTS), the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) and common law.  Also included will be case studies illustrating dilemmas faced by tax practitioners. Combining the real-life experience and cases with this powerful presentation will enable participants to quickly grasp recent update and understanding on ethics. This online course examines tax preparer conduct standards. It addresses the issues of confidentiality, accuracy, conflict of interest, taxpayer omissions and return of client records etc. The ethical rules governing these issues are discussed, and tax preparers are presented with real-world scenarios that focus on the ethical issues that may be encountered in their professional activities. 

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

Live Webinar Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Ethics for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-E-00065-19-O) 2 CE Approved
Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) 2 CE Approved
California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) 2 CE Approved
Federal Tax Related Matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. 00521-21) 2 CE Approved
Federal Tax Related Matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. 00521-21) 2 CE Approved
License details Credits Status
Ethics for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-E-00065-19-O) 2 CE Approved
Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) 2 CE Approved
California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) 2 CE Approved
Federal Tax Related Matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. 00521-21) 2 CE Approved
Federal Tax Related Matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. 00521-21) 2 CE 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

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Allison McLeod , CPA (US)

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), 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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Yes, all our self-study courses are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards for quality and educational content set by these organizations.

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 regulatory bodies 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. These sessions meet the standards set by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

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.

Are the live webinars approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our live webinars are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the high standards for quality, interactivity, and educational content set by these organizations.

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 recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies 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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Teresa Lipham, AFSP

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Great instructor. Actually the first Ethics webinar that was not boring. I've been taking Ethics classes for 14 year. She was very engaging and did not just read powerpoints. Highly recommend this webinar.

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Connie Hayton, AFSP

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Since this was the first time I attended a webinar with myCPE, I appreciated the tip to toggle away from full screen in order to answer polls. Thanks!

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