CPE Catalog & Events
IRS Cybersecurity Checklist
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Online
2.00 Credits
Defining Cybersecurity and Cyber Risks Implications of Cybercrime Cyber Attack Trends Landscape of Cyberattacks Laws and Regulations Security Standards and Frameworks Cybersecurity Roadmap
How to Build a Custom AI Chatbot and GPT in Plain English
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Fundamentals of GPT Builder and AI agent customization techniquesIntegration of specialized knowledge bases and domain-specific expertiseSecurity and privacy considerations in AI chatbot deploymentCustom GPT development without coding expertiseImplementation of AI agents for customer support and workflow automationMulti-bot interactions and content creation strategiesBest practices for maintaining and scaling AI assistants
Minimizing Workplace Warfare
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Online
1.20 Credits
Sources of Workplace Conflict Conflict Resolution Strategies Communication Skills and Active Listening Conflict Management Techniques
Tired of Feeling Drained by Complainers? Build Your Immunity to People's Negativity
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Online
1.00 Credits
Emotional Intelligence Management Skills Teamwork Customer Relations
Clear. Confident. Compelling. - Communication Strategies for Women in Business
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Online
1.00 Credits
You'll Learn: What behaviors detract from the value that you bring to the table and negatively influence the respect your staff and colleagues have for you. What your body language may be communicating about your overall confidence, capability, and self-assuredness You'll Find: More effective ways to communicate as a female leader Skills to display and communicate confidence while inspiring trust and increasing credibility
Monthly Federal Tax Updates - June 2025
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Current individual tax issuesCurrent business entity tax issuesAny current tax legislation occurring during the periodOther issues affecting the profession, including IRS procedure, current cases, payroll, and other federal tax issues
The Role of Internal Control in the Risk-Based Audit
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Virtual
4.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Specific matters auditors should consider when obtaining and documenting an understanding of the client's internal control systemDevelopment of a tailored audit approach that considers the potential reliance on internal controlsGuidance for establishing an adequate basis for reliance on internal controls of less formal, smaller clients
Yellow Book Ethics
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The concept of public interestEthics, independence, and professional judgmentCompetence and continuing professional educationQuality control and peer reviewProper use of government information, resources, and positionProfessional behavior
Diversity, Inclusion, Equity & Belonging
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Online
1.00 Credits
Why should I be thinking about inclusion? Does racism impact my workplace at all? Where might I be vulnerable and unaware?
Coaching & Counseling - Addressing Misconduct
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Online
1.20 Credits
Insubordination Personality and attitude problems. Generalized disparaging comments Previously unaddressed conduct. Misconduct due to mental condition Corrective action meetings and documentation. Attendance control.
Keys to Building an Inclusive and Culturally Competent Workplace: A Guide for HR Professionals and Business Owners
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Online
1.80 Credits
Communication Leadership Character Behavior
What's Going on at the FASB (2025)
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Accounting Standard Updates effective in 2024 for public entities, private entities, and nonprofits. Review year 2 implications of the leases standard including modification accounting. A look at the projects identified by the FASB's Invitation to Comment: Agenda Consultation.
Ethics and Civility in the Workplace
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:What is civility and how it is tied to the bottom line?Principles of CivilityGiving the Benefit of the DoubtInclusivityCommunication Review of ethical values and principles with an emphasis on:RespectCourageCompassionHonor Accountability
CPA to CFO
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Virtual
1.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The steps necessary to effectively transform a tax or accounting practice into an advisory service.What it means to be a CFO/advisor to small-to-medium sizes businesses.What qualifications are necessary to offer an advisory service.How to find and convert leads and how to price and package services, including combining advisory services with the firm’s current offerings.
Feeling Stressed from Change & Uncertainty? How to Stay Positive when Things Get Tough
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Online
1.60 Credits
Change management Leadership
Ethics without Fear for Accounting and Finance Professionals
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
Case studies that clarify the challenges of making appropriate ethical decisions in the fast-paced modern organizational world A frank discussion of how to decide between a teaching moment rather than a termination moment when bad decisions are made. Applying the structure of understanding ethical dilemmas, and then applying the nine-step resolution process to arrive at a fair and consistent decision.
Supporting Mental Wellness to Thrive in Work and Life
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Understanding Mental Wellness: Explore how the brain functions and the connection between mental and physical wellness. Learn how stress impacts brain health and overall well-being.Practical Strategies for Balanced Living: Discover techniques for improving sleep, nutrition, and physical activity to support mental wellness. Learn the importance of setting boundaries, fostering open communication, and building meaningful connections.Recognizing and Managing Support Needs: Identify when to seek additional support and learn how to integrate self-care practices that promote sustainable mental and emotional health.
Surgent's A Complete Guide to Form 1099-K
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
What Form 1099-K is designed to do Filing thresholds for the Form 1099-K Who sends and who receives Form 1099-K Form 1099-K reporting thresholds Personal payments from family and friends Personal items sold at a gain or a loss Reporting provisions for gig workers, partnerships, and corporations Mistaken receipt of a Form 1099-K What to do when the Form 1099-K has a mistake Situations when the gross amount on a Form 1099-K must be shared How to handle the receipt of multiple Forms 1099-K
Surgent's Time Management for Professionals
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
Managing interruptions The role of activity logs, to-do lists and a priority matrix The psychology of time management Staying on track of your time management plan Controlling procrastination Blocking out time Creating an effective time management plan
Ethics: Giving Thanks - How to Master the Art of Gratitude
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
We'll explore what gratitude is and how expressions of it can vary from culture to culture. We'll also unpack several ways you can regularly say "thank you" to valued clients and colleagues, and we'll examine methods for evaluating gratitude in prospective and current employees.
