CPE Catalog & Events
Don Farmer's 2026 Individual Income Tax Workshop
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Glen Allen
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $309
Major legislative changes and recurring compliance challenges make preparation essential for the 2026 filing season. In this workshop, you'll get a comprehensive review of the latest developments affecting individual taxpayers, along with practical planning strategies and real-world examples. The program covers new law changes as well as common problem areas practitioners face each year. You’ll leave with clear guidance, actionable planning ideas, and greater confidence as you head into tax season.
Don Farmer's 2026 Individual Income Tax Workshop
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $309
Major legislative changes and recurring compliance challenges make preparation essential for the 2026 filing season. In this workshop, you'll get a comprehensive review of the latest developments affecting individual taxpayers, along with practical planning strategies and real-world examples. The program covers new law changes as well as common problem areas practitioners face each year. You’ll leave with clear guidance, actionable planning ideas, and greater confidence as you head into tax season.
Don Farmer's 2026 Corporate/Business Income Tax Workshop
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Glen Allen
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $309
Significant legislative changes and ongoing technical challenges will shape 2026 business tax return preparation. In this workshop, you’ll review the latest developments affecting corporations and non-corporate businesses, along with key planning considerations for the upcoming filing season. Topics include major new tax legislation, recurring compliance issues, and areas that frequently create reporting challenges. Using practical examples and clear explanations, this course will help you identify planning opportunities, avoid common pitfalls and approach 2026 business returns with greater confidence.
Don Farmer's 2026 Corporate/Business Income Tax Workshop
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $309
Significant legislative changes and ongoing technical challenges will shape 2026 business tax return preparation. In this workshop, you’ll review the latest developments affecting corporations and non-corporate businesses, along with key planning considerations for the upcoming filing season. Topics include major new tax legislation, recurring compliance issues, and areas that frequently create reporting challenges. Using practical examples and clear explanations, this course will help you identify planning opportunities, avoid common pitfalls and approach 2026 business returns with greater confidence.
CFO Series: December
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $199
Small Practitioners Peer Learning Group
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Online
0.00 Credits
If you're building a firm, you're already resilient and innovative. Expand what's possible by collaborating and providing mutual support to other professionals with their own practices, like you. The Small Practitioners Peer Learning Group taps into that energy. Join fellow leaders of firms with 30 or fewer employees to talk in a safe environment. Roundtable conversations focus on key business issues to instigate insight, transform pain points, and create dynamic solutions — all while expanding professional networks. These sessions are designed and led by peers to tap into the potential of other eager leaders. Register for all upcoming dates on our networking homepage. Must be a VSCPA member to register. Not a member? Join today and gain exclusive benefits, like 30+ hours of free CPE, critical advocacy, networking events and more!
Corporate Accounting Peer Learning Group
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Online
0.00 Credits
Are you an accounting professional working in the corporate sector? Do you want to connect with your peers to solve real business problems? The Corporate Accounting Peer Learning Group was built with you in mind. Every quarter, we come together for one hour to receive expert insight and dialogue in small groups about specific issues we're facing so you can create meaningful connections around business solutions. These sessions are designed and led by your peers to take your professional life to the next level. Collaborate with your peers, share pain points, gain insights, create results — all in a safe space delivering the support you deserve. Register for all upcoming dates on our networking webpage. Must be a VSCPA member to register. Not a member? Join today and gain exclusive benefits, like 30+ hours of free CPE, critical advocacy, networking events and more!
AI Ethics 2026 (VBOA-Approved)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $62
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the accounting profession, creating new opportunities alongside significant ethical responsibilities. This Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA)-approved ethics course is designed for CPAs to understand and manage the ethical implications of using generative and agentic AI in 2026 and beyond. Participants will learn why AI ethics matters for CPAs, how AI differs from prior technologies, and where key risks arise, including data privacy, bias, accuracy, transparency, deepfakes and regulatory compliance. The course reinforces that AI is an assitive tool — not a substitute for professional judgment — and examines how core ethical principles apply in an evolving technological environment. Using real-world examples and case studies, the course provides practical guidance on applying existing ethical and regulatory frameworks, including the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, to AI use. Participants will also learn how to develop and implement and effective AI safe usage policy, covering documentation, validation and staff education. By the end of the course, CPAs will be prepared to use AI responsibly, protect client interests, and meet their ethical obligations in an AI-driven profession. Virginia Society of CPAs is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
Regulatory Ethics 2026 (VBOA-Approved)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $62
The CPA profession in Virginia, like in many other states, is governed by a complex framework of laws, regulations and ethical standards. As a CPA, you are expected to adhere to these guidelines, maintain the highest level of professional integrity, and act in the public interest.This Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA)-approved ethics course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory and ethical landscape of the accounting profession in Virginia. We will explore the key principles of professional ethics, the role of the Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA), and the specific regulations that govern the practice of public accounting in the state. Virginia Society of CPAs is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
Regulatory Ethics 2026 (VBOA-Approved)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $62
The CPA profession in Virginia, like in many other states, is governed by a complex framework of laws, regulations and ethical standards. As a CPA, you are expected to adhere to these guidelines, maintain the highest level of professional integrity, and act in the public interest.This Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA)-approved ethics course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory and ethical landscape of the accounting profession in Virginia. We will explore the key principles of professional ethics, the role of the Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA), and the specific regulations that govern the practice of public accounting in the state. Virginia Society of CPAs is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
AI Ethics 2026 (VBOA-Approved)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $62
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the accounting profession, creating new opportunities alongside significant ethical responsibilities. This Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA)-approved ethics course is designed for CPAs to understand and manage the ethical implications of using generative and agentic AI in 2026 and beyond. Participants will learn why AI ethics matters for CPAs, how AI differs from prior technologies, and where key risks arise, including data privacy, bias, accuracy, transparency, deepfakes and regulatory compliance. The course reinforces that AI is an assitive tool — not a substitute for professional judgment — and examines how core ethical principles apply in an evolving technological environment. Using real-world examples and case studies, the course provides practical guidance on applying existing ethical and regulatory frameworks, including the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, to AI use. Participants will also learn how to develop and implement and effective AI safe usage policy, covering documentation, validation and staff education. By the end of the course, CPAs will be prepared to use AI responsibly, protect client interests, and meet their ethical obligations in an AI-driven profession. Virginia Society of CPAs is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
Virtual CPA Assembly Day
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Online
2.00 Credits
Join the VSCPA leadership for CPA Assembly Day, and participate in virtual conversations with representatives from the Virginia Government.CPA Assembly Day offers opportunities for you to get to know your representatives and familiarize them with the VSCPA and the CPA profession. As a CPA and a trusted advisor to so many of Virginia’s citizens, you are uniquely qualified to make your voice heard on issues that affect the business climate for Virginians. You'll gain skills on how to talk to your elected officials and learn about upcoming legislation the VSCPA hopes to pass during this year's General Assembly. This training is mandatory for those who wish to join us on Jan. 15 for CPA Assembly Day.
Regulatory Ethics 2026 (VBOA-Approved)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $62
Please note: This course qualifies for the 2026 ethics requirement that must be completed by Jan. 31, 2027. The CPA profession in Virginia, like in many other states, is governed by a complex framework of laws, regulations and ethical standards. As a CPA, you are expected to adhere to these guidelines, maintain the highest level of professional integrity, and act in the public interest.This Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA)-approved ethics course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory and ethical landscape of the accounting profession in Virginia. We will explore the key principles of professional ethics, the role of the Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA), and the specific regulations that govern the practice of public accounting in the state. Virginia Society of CPAs is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
Don Farmer's 2026 Federal Tax Update
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $384
The 2025 tax law introduces significant changes that will shape 2026 tax return preparation — and now is the time to get up to speed.In this timely update, we’ll walk through the provisions taking effect in 2026, along with important IRS guidance, recent court decisions and inflation-adjusted amounts that impact planning and compliance. We’ll focus on the developments that matter most when preparing returns and advising clients. With clear explanations and practical insights, this session will help you stay current, spot planning opportunities and head into the 2026 filing season prepared and confident.
CPA Assembly Day
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Richmond
0.00 Credits
Help shape the profession with VSCPA staff and your fellow peers at Virginia's Capitol. You'll get to meet your legislators, connect around business interests, and help educate them on issues that matter to the accounting profession. Through this critical work, we've helped pass important legislation like an additional pathway to licensure, PTET, interstate protections, and more! We'll then follow-up our time on Capitol Hill with a brunch hosted by our Young Professionals Advisory Council where you can converse about your time on the capital and make business connections with peers who are passionate about the profession.When registering, please note there are separate sessions. Select which parts of the day you plan to attend.
CFO Series: January
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $199
AI Ethics 2026 (VBOA-Approved)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $62
Please note: This course qualifies for the 2026 ethics requirement that must be completed by Jan. 31, 2027. Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the accounting profession, creating new opportunities alongside significant ethical responsibilities. This Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA)-approved ethics course is designed for CPAs to understand and manage the ethical implications of using generative and agentic AI in 2026 and beyond. Participants will learn why AI ethics matters for CPAs, how AI differs from prior technologies, and where key risks arise, including data privacy, bias, accuracy, transparency, deepfakes and regulatory compliance. The course reinforces that AI is an assitive tool — not a substitute for professional judgment — and examines how core ethical principles apply in an evolving technological environment. Using real-world examples and case studies, the course provides practical guidance on applying existing ethical and regulatory frameworks, including the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, to AI use. Participants will also learn how to develop and implement and effective AI safe usage policy, covering documentation, validation and staff education. By the end of the course, CPAs will be prepared to use AI responsibly, protect client interests, and meet their ethical obligations in an AI-driven profession. Virginia Society of CPAs is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
Small Practitioners Peer Learning Group
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Online
0.00 Credits
If you're building a firm, you're already resilient and innovative. Expand what's possible by collaborating and providing mutual support to other professionals with their own practices, like you. The Small Practitioners Peer Learning Group taps into that energy. Join fellow leaders of firms with 30 or fewer employees to talk in a safe environment. Roundtable conversations focus on key business issues to instigate insight, transform pain points, and create dynamic solutions — all while expanding professional networks. These sessions are designed and led by peers to tap into the potential of other eager leaders. Register for all upcoming dates on our networking homepage. Must be a VSCPA member to register. Not a member? Join today and gain exclusive benefits, like 30+ hours of free CPE, critical advocacy, networking events and more!
Women's Peer Learning Group
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Online
0.00 Credits
Share your business concerns, access peer advice, and gain the support you deserve from fellow women leading the profession. Throughout the year, women in the accounting profession across Virginia gather to learn from experts in the field and discuss issues in small groups — so you can create meaningful connections around true solidarity. These sessions are designed and led by your peers to create a coalition of women who help each other flourish in the profession. Come be a part of it! Register for all upcoming dates on our networking page. You must be a VSCPA member to register. Now a member? Join today and gain exclusive benefits, like 30+ hours of free CPE, critical advocacy, networking events and more!
Regulatory Ethics 2026 (VBOA-Approved)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $62
Please note: This course qualifies for the 2026 ethics requirement that must be completed by Jan. 31, 2027. The CPA profession in Virginia, like in many other states, is governed by a complex framework of laws, regulations and ethical standards. As a CPA, you are expected to adhere to these guidelines, maintain the highest level of professional integrity, and act in the public interest.This Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA)-approved ethics course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory and ethical landscape of the accounting profession in Virginia. We will explore the key principles of professional ethics, the role of the Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA), and the specific regulations that govern the practice of public accounting in the state. Virginia Society of CPAs is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.