CPE Catalog & Events
ACPEN: A New Productivity for the New World. Goal Achievement for the 21st Century, A Whole Brain Approach
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Mindfulness Creative Thinking Productivity Performance Neuroscience Leadership
ACPEN: The New Leadership Playbook: From Stability to Agility
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
The Collapse of Stability-Based Leadership The New Mandate for Leaders From Command to Connect Technology, AI, and the Human Imperative The Future Leader's Playbook Personal Leadership Reset
ACPEN: Revenue Recognition Topic 606 - Identify Performance Obligations Part 2
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1.4 Credits
Member Price: $39
Revenue Recognition Accounting
ACPEN: Cryptocurrencies for the CFO: Explaining Blockchain
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
What is money? What are digital assets? Understanding the what, why, and how of cryptocurrencies Understanding the what, why, and how of blockchain NFT’s (Non-Fungible Tokens), their role and impact Explaining the crypto language
ACPEN: The FASB Conceptual Framework
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Purpose and structure of the FASB Conceptual Framework Recognition and derecognition criteria Measurement concepts and approaches Qualitative characteristics of useful financial information Elements of financial statements Footnote disclosure requirements Relationship between the framework and standard-setting Practical application of the framework in accounting decisions
ACPEN: What's Going on at the AICPA (2026/27)
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
AICPA audit and attestation developments Next phase of quality management Monitoring and remediation responsibilities SSAE No. 24 and SSARS No. 26 updates Exposure drafts on confirmations and fraud SAS No. 149 and group audit implications
Surgent's Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Achieving Success in a Worker Classification Audit
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
The 20 common law factors in a worker classification audit that are used to distinguish an employee from an independent contractor How disgruntled independent contractors can use IRS Form 8919 against a former employer When and how to use §530 as a defense in worker classification audits What is "industry practice" for §530 purposes Common sense steps that will avoid the recharacterization of workers treated as independent contractors to employees The IRS’s Voluntary Classification Settlement Program — advantages and disadvantages The DOL Final Rule
ACPEN: The Power of a Good Story!
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The 3 elements of storytelling 3 real world examples 10 thoughts for the road
ACPEN: Achieving Balance in Work and Life - Part 1
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Why the brain can remember some things a hundred times better than others Why we typically forget names and faces, and what can be done about it How our emotions follow the motion of our body, and how that can be used to instill instant confidence How to tap into a completely relaxed and/or confident state of mind in 10 seconds or less using advanced hypnotic conditioning and Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques How to prevent dementia and brain “fog” using specific supplements and exercise How to stay motivated to use the methods outlined in this course to advance your career and achieve a higher quality of life How to use the concept of constant learning to help you maintain a balanced and fulfilling
ACPEN: Ethics: Critical Thinking, Case Studies, and Fraud
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Ethical decision-making in finance Professional codes of ethics and conduct Real-world case studies on ethical dilemmas Impact of ethics on the financial profession
ACPEN: K2’s Data Analytics For Accountants And Auditors
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Understanding the importance of data analytics in modern business environments Generating and interpreting data analytics using everyday applications such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft's Power BI platform Using regression analysis to create and validate forecasts and projections
ACPEN: Basis Calculations & Distributions for Pass-Thru Entity Owners Schedule K-1 Analysis
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $300
Detailed coverage of any new legislation affecting basis computations and distributions and changes to the schedule K-1s (including the NEW Form 7203 – S Corporation Shareholder Stock and Debt Basis Limitations) Line-by-line analysis of the Schedule K-1s to determine how the items affect a S shareholder’s stock and debt basis and a partner/member’s outside basis and where the items get reported on Federal individual income tax return The three loss and deduction limitations on the owner’s individual income tax return (i.e. basis, at-risk and other Form 1040 limitations) How cash or non-cash distributions affect the basis calculations and whether or not they are taxable to the owners Compare the tax treatment of the sale of a shareholder’s stock in a S corporation and a partner’s interest in a partnership What constitutes debt basis for a S corporation shareholder under the final regulations The tax ramifications of repaying loans to S corporation shareholders and on open account debt How recourse and non-recourse debt effect a partner or member’s basis calculations and amount at-risk
ACPEN Signature 2026: Single Audit and Uniform Guidance Issues Update
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $250
Single Audit nuts and bolts discussion Overview of the GAO’s Fraud Risk Management Framework and the importance of fraud risk in a Single Audit Audit issues arising related to the close-out of pandemic era funding and other programs within the compliance supplement. Review of unique elements of the 2026 Compliance Supplement (If Available) Recent changes now effective to specific Uniform Guidance rules and regulations
ACPEN: Unleashing Creativity in the Workplace
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
The Power of Creativity in the Workplace The Three Types of Creativity: Imagination, Creativity, Innovation Benefits of Creativity: Purpose, Productivity, Performance Applications of Creativity: Individual, Team, Organizational Culture Creative Problem-Solving Techniques (Mind Mapping, Visual Thinking) Whole Brain Thinking: Integrating Left & Right Brain Functions Creating a Culture of Innovation Measuring and Implementing Creativity for Growth
ACPEN: Scaling at the Speed of Trust: How to Grow Without Losing What Makes You Great
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1.2 Credits
Member Price: $39
Talent Strategy Culture Employer Branding Leadership Growth
ACPEN: K2’s Client Accounting Services For CPA Firms: Strategies For Growth And Success
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
CAS overview to understand the service offerings, client needs, and market opportunities Selecting technology tools in CAS for accounting, workflow, and client collaboration Designing Service Delivery Models that are scalable and efficient processes for CAS Managing client relationships and setting expectations to deliver consistent value Evaluating pricing strategies, including fixed fee, subscription, and other pricing models Ensuring governance and meeting regulatory standards for data security and compliance Adapting to emerging technologies and evolving client demands to future-proof the practice
ACPEN: Employees Today and Tomorrow: The ROI on Your People?
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Dealing with people issues the right way Conflict management issues How to truly empower your employees? Organizational culture and how to be a part of positive change What are some the ‘other’ employee issues that go unsaid? What does work/life balance mean today?
Balance Sheet Management: The Least Understood Risk” 26-27
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Intentionally managing your balance sheet to reduce risk. Properly balance debt and equity versus other funding sources. Know the balance sheet pitfalls and risks to avoid. Understand the analysis and decision-making process through real-world examples and five interactive case discussions.
Firm Ethics—A Practical Approach 26-27
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $175
AICPA Code of Professional Conduct Ethics requirements for CPA firms
K2's Internal Controls in QuickBooks Online Environments 26-27
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $175
Critical risks in QBO environments Internal control options that can mitigate risk to prudently acceptable levels Enabling alternative control measures to improve internal controls in QuickBooks environments