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This one-day summit goes beyond the basics to deliver practical, real-world insights you can apply immediately. Learn how to operationalize AI across your organization, from evaluating tools and driving internal adoption to establishing governance frameworks that manage risk and ensure responsible use.

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AI Ethics 2026 (VBOA-Approved)

Available Until Jan. 31, 2027

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 assistive 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 an 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. Please note: After registering, you will receive a separate email with instructions on how to access the course. You will also be able to access via MyCPE on vspca.com.  This course contains review questions and a final test to assess knowledge of course objectives. Successful completion of the final test is required to receive CPE credit.  This course has been approved by the VBOA to fulfill your 2026 ethics requirement. 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. 

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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 assistive 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 an 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. 

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Drafting an AI Policy that Actually Works

July 20, 2026

The goal is to create good habits around AI use from the start. To foster these good habits, thoughtfully created and carefully implemented policies can help.

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Beyond Compliance – The Ways CPAs and CMAs Can Embrace the AI-Powered Future

July 16, 2026

The accounting profession is transforming, underpinned by generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini are changing how accountants write, summarize and communicate information.

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AI in Practice: VSCPA AI Survey Results

July 13, 2026

VSCPA AI Survey results detail what Virginia CPAs believe about the future of technology in accounting.

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The Technology & Innovation Advisory Council provides strategic guidance to the VSCPA on technology initiatives within the accounting profession. The Council helps drive the VSCPA's commitment to transform the profession by staying at the forefront of innovative technologies. Meet the members.