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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.
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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🛠️Toolkits & Templates
- How Much AI Due Diligence is Enough? A Risk-Based Approach for CPAs
- Sample internal AI policy for organizations (.DOCX)
- The Wharton Blueprint for AI Agent Adoption
- Checklist for Implementing IT Controls (PDF)
- Downloadable AI and emerging tech whitepapers
- CPA.com's GenAI resources
- KPMG trusted AI approach (.PDF)
🦾Leading in AI
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