CPE Catalog & Events
Surgent's Guide and Update to Compilations, Reviews, and Preparations
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Specifically designed for preparation, compilation, and review practitioners, this course provides a comprehensive review and hands-on application for performing financial statement preparation, compilation, and review engagements. You will learn the ins and outs of applying SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification, as well as additional guidance related to SSARS engagements through the issuance of SSARS Nos. 22-27 by the AICPA's Accounting and Review Services Committee (ARSC). The course also reviews recent peer review feedback on SSARS engagements, providing insights on how to successfully apply this guidance. Not only will this course bring you up to date on SSARSs requirements and guidance, but more importantly, it will provide you with practical examples and illustrations to help you effectively and efficiently perform compilation, preparation, and review engagements.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: 4Program Level: UpdateThis course is being offered by a learning partner. You may access the Surgent platform through the My CPE page on vscpa.com after purchase.
Resistance to Resilience: Strive for Tech Change Acceptance
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
Technology adoption often comes with resistance, but it's possible to transform this challenge into an opportunity for growth. This course explores the journey from resistance to resilience in embracing new technologies, focusing on overcoming barriers and ensuring successful implementation. Participants will examine cutting-edge audit technologies, including AI, data analytics, and automation, and learn how to align these innovations with both organizational and personal goals. Through case studies, insights into the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), and practical discussions, participants will gain the tools and strategies to foster acceptance, driving seamless integration of new technology into both individual tasks and team workflows. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Surgent's Anatomy of a Ransomware Event and Incident Response
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
The past two years have ushered in an explosion of ransomware attacks affecting businesses and individuals. Many of us read or hear about these attacks, but there is little understanding of how they occur, how a response is undertaken, and how the chances of experiencing one can be reduced. Join us to learn about these topics so you can be prepared with the best response and the knowledge to avoid common mistakes in a ransomware event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: 2Program Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a learning partner. You may access the Surgent platform through the My CPE page on vscpa.com after purchase.
Surgent's Working Remotely: Best Practices, Challenges, and Opportunities
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Working from home presents both benefits and challenges for professionals. For employees, working from home provides opportunities to be more productive and gain time that would otherwise be spent commuting to and from the office. Employers who utilize remote work enjoy fewer fixed costs, more efficiency, and greater employee satisfaction. Without proper planning, professionals who work remotely may experience increased anxiety and disorganization. They may also jeopardize data privacy. However, when executed properly, working remotely can help organizations become more efficient and profitable, while at the same time improving employee morale. This course looks at how firms and companies have successfully implemented work from home programs and discusses mistakes that can be avoided through proper planning.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: 2Program Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a learning partner. You may access the Surgent platform through the My CPE page on vscpa.com after purchase.
What's Behind the Data?
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
We are bombarded with information continually. So how do we determine what is valid and what isn't? This course points out common pitfalls inherent in data interpretation and gives practical tips to overcome those pitfalls by using real life examples. The course incorporates information from key thought leaders including Adam Grant, Alex Edmans, and Hans Rosling. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Becoming Conflict Competent
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Conflict is often avoided, or dealt with in a passive manner. When ignored, conflict often escalates and can become polarizing. In this session, participants will gain insights for enhancing their natural responses to conflict, learn healthy communication styles, and build constructive behaviors to manage conflict. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Business Tax Update: OBBA and Recent Developments
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
A discussion of the latest tax developments impacting business taxpayers, with a focus on important provisions, rules and concepts. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Compilation, Preparation and Review Basics and Peer Reviews
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Cover the basic requirements for performing preparation, compilation, and review engagements under Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services (SSARS), including the new SSARS No. 25, Materiality in a Review of Financial Statements and Adverse Conclusions. Review common issues found on SSARS engagements in connection with peer reviews and the impact of various findings on the results of a peer review. Identify key issues to consider during SSARS engagements, and determine how to incorporate quality control recommendations and tips for performing high-quality SSARS engagements. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the eventThis course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Corporate Finance Technology Selection: Practical Frameworks
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
Finance technology decisions (ERP, FP&A, AP/expense automation, close/consolidation, bank integrations, and AI-enabled tools) can dramatically improve close speed, forecasting, and control execution-but vendor demos and "AI" marketing often hide integration complexity, data readiness gaps, governance risk, and long-term total cost. This course provides a practical, vendor-neutral approach for CPAs and finance leaders to evaluate and implement corporate finance technology with an audit-ready mindset. Participants learn how to cut through AI claims using an AI capability framework, apply a weighted vendor evaluation scorecard focused on controls and assurance, build a five-year total cost model that captures hidden and ongoing costs, and follow an implementation roadmap with checkpoints and red flags to reduce failure risk and improve ROI realization. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
LEARNING PATH: AI-Powered Accounting
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Online
10.00 Credits
Member Price: $259
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a Learning Path which contains several courses for a total of 10 CPE. Once registered, detailed instructions will be emailed to sign up for each individual course. You must attend each course by April 30, 2027.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
LEARNING PATH: Audit and Risk Fundamentals
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Online
0.00 Credits
Member Price: $259
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a Learning Path which contains several courses for a total of 10 CPE. Once registered, detailed instructions will be emailed to sign up for each individual course. You must attend each course by April 30, 2027.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
LEARNING PATH: Auditing Key Financial Statement Areas
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Online
0.00 Credits
Member Price: $259
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a Learning Path which contains several courses for a total of 10 CPE. Once registered, detailed instructions will be emailed to sign up for each individual course. You must attend each course by April 30, 2027.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
LEARNING PATH: Combatting Fraud
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Online
10.00 Credits
Member Price: $259
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a Learning Path which contains several courses for a total of 10 CPE. Once registered, detailed instructions will be emailed to sign up for each individual course. You must attend each course by April 30, 2027.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
LEARNING PATH: CPA to CFO Leadership
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Online
10.00 Credits
Member Price: $259
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a Learning Path which contains several courses for a total of 10 CPE. Once registered, detailed instructions will be emailed to sign up for each individual course. You must attend each course by April 30, 2027.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
LEARNING PATH: Financial Strategy and Analysis
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Online
10.00 Credits
Member Price: $259
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a Learning Path which contains several courses for a total of 10 CPE. Once registered, detailed instructions will be emailed to sign up for each individual course. You must attend each course by April 30, 2027.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
LEARNING PATH: Staff Accountant Core Foundations
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Online
10.00 Credits
Member Price: $259
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a Learning Path which contains several courses for a total of 10 CPE. Once registered, detailed instructions will be emailed to sign up for each individual course. You must attend each course by April 30, 2027.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
LEARNING PATH: Strategic Growth and Personal Development
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Online
10.00 Credits
Member Price: $259
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a Learning Path which contains several courses for a total of 10 CPE. Once registered, detailed instructions will be emailed to sign up for each individual course. You must attend each course by April 30, 2027.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
LEARNING PATH: Technology and Innovation
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Online
0.00 Credits
Member Price: $259
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a Learning Path which contains several courses for a total of 10 CPE. Once registered, detailed instructions will be emailed to sign up for each individual course. You must attend each course by April 30, 2027.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
What If Your Client Didn't Take Reasonable Compensation
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
Are you a new advisor handling S Corp clients, or perhaps a seasoned professional facing this common scenario: "My S Corp client didn't take reasonable compensation last year. Now what?" Knowing that reasonable compensation isn't just a tax obligation, but a strategic financial decision, you need to be armed with expert knowledge to help your client navigate this situation. Join us to discuss IRS regulations, understand preventive measures, and address challenges within the year. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Surgent's The Road Ahead: Critical OBBBA Changes Impacting Accounting and Finance Professionals
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $119
It is important for accounting and finance practitioners to help their clients understand and apply the many new provisions of OBBBA. Many of these changes are effective for the 2025 tax year and beyond. This program is an introduction to and review of some of these critical changes and their impact on taxpayers. This program is a two-hour review and analysis of what we consider some of the most current and important changes from the OBBBA. If you want the latest OBBBA information to relay to your clients, this course is for you. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: 2Program Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a learning partner. You may access the Surgent platform through the My CPE page on vscpa.com after purchase.