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Professional Skepticism for the Public Accountant


Total Credits: 1 including 1 Auditing - Technical

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Categories:
ACPEN Industry Institute |  Accounting and Auditing
Faculty:
Dr. Chris Harper, CPA, MBA
Course Levels:
Basic
Duration:
1 Hour
License:
Product Setting: Expires 30 day(s) after program date.

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Description

Accountants are expected to demonstrate a questioning mindset. While such professional skepticism is an obvious requirement for assurance engagements, it is applicable elsewhere in the practice of public accounting. In fact, a skeptical mindset offers benefits to both public accountants and those who work in industry. This course provides specific examples of professional skepticism while suggesting best practices.

Basic Course Information

Learning Objectives
  • Explain the benefits of professional skepticism
  • Understand AICPA requirements for professional skepticism
  • Identify ways to enhance skepticism in your professional endeavors
  • Associate skepticism principles with a variety of professional accounting services

Major Subjects
  • Self-evaluation of skepticism
  • Requirements set forth by the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
  • Risk assessment
  • Analytical procedures
  • Advice for cultivating your professionally skeptical mindset

Course Materials

Faculty

Dr. Chris Harper, CPA, MBA's Profile

Dr. Chris Harper, CPA, MBA Related Seminars and Products


Chris has been serving the tax and accounting needs of individuals and closely-held businesses since 1998. As a frequent speaker, he has taught a variety of continuing education courses for several state CPA societies. Chris is frequently interviewed by media outlets on a variety of financial, tax, and accounting topics.


Dates

Tue, May 06, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:00pm EDT
Thu, May 22, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:00pm EDT
Tue, Jun 10, 2025 - 08:00pm to 09:00pm EDT
Sat, Jun 21, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Tue, Jun 24, 2025 - 04:00pm to 05:00pm EDT
Fri, Jul 11, 2025 - 10:00am to 11:00am EDT
Mon, Jul 28, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm EDT
Sat, Aug 02, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:00pm EDT
Wed, Aug 20, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:00pm EDT
Mon, Sep 08, 2025 - 02:00pm to 03:00pm EDT
Thu, Sep 25, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Wed, Oct 01, 2025 - 04:00pm to 05:00pm EDT
Tue, Oct 21, 2025 - 10:00am to 11:00am EDT
Fri, Nov 14, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm EST
Fri, Nov 21, 2025 - 12:00pm to 01:00pm EST
Mon, Dec 01, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:00pm EST
Thu, Dec 11, 2025 - 02:00pm to 03:00pm EST
Thu, Dec 18, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm EST
Sat, Jan 03, 2026 - 04:00pm to 05:00pm EST
Mon, Jan 19, 2026 - 10:00am to 11:00am EST
Wed, Feb 04, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:00pm EST
Sat, Feb 21, 2026 - 12:00pm to 01:00pm EST
Wed, Mar 11, 2026 - 01:00pm to 02:00pm EDT
Wed, Mar 25, 2026 - 02:00pm to 03:00pm EDT
Thu, Apr 02, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Mon, Apr 13, 2026 - 04:00pm to 05:00pm EDT

Additional Info

Basic Course Information

Advanced Preparation None
Course Developer

Harp DOC, LLC


Designed For CPAs in public practice, members in industry, and any other professionals who want to evaluate and augment their level of professional skepticism
Yellow Book No
Original Recording Date 04/2025
Prerequisites None
Date Added to Catalog 03/2025

Additional Information

Complaint Resolution Policy Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints.  anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Course Registration Requirements Online Registration
Instructional Delivery Method Group Internet Based
Official Registry Statement Business Professionals' Network, Inc. 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 final authority on the acceptance of individual courses 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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