
QAS Self-Study

Overview

CPE Credits
4 Credits: Regulatory Ethics
Course Description
This course is designed to meet the four (4) hour ethics CPE requirement for Colorado CPAs. It provides an overview of ethical thought along with the core values of the CPA profession and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The applicable rules and regulations promulgated by the Colorado State Board of Public Accountancy found in 3 CCR -705-1 Chapter 9 Rules of Professional Conduct are covered in detail. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is also covered in detail. Case studies are utilized throughout the course to emphasize material. This course does NOT meet the 2 hour CR&R requirement.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Recognize ethics from an overall and professional perspective
- The ethical standards contained in the Colorado State Board of Public Accountancy Chapter 9 rules
- Recognize and identify the ethical standards contained in the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
Course Specifics
Course ID 4200672 |
Revision Date August 19, 2022 |
Prerequisites There are no prerequisites |
Advanced Preparation None |
Compliance information
Course Instructor

Patricia McCarthy, MBA, is a partner at CFO Resources LLC, a company focused on training and courseware for CPAs. Her focus is on Microsoft products, particularly Excel, and how to use these programs effectively in business. She’s also certified as an MOS expert in Excel. Patricia has been in software training for over 20 years, and her client list includes the Indiana CPA Society, which awarded her its Outstanding Discussion Leader award. She has been a contributor to the Journal of Accountancy and has published articles in several CPA society magazines, including societies in Indiana, Missouri, Texas, and Arizona. Patricia is a …

Joseph Helstrom, CPA, is a partner at CFO Resources, LLC, a company focused on training and courseware for CPAs. He’s also the owner of Mill Creek Publishing LLC. Joe has over 30 years of experience as a CPA in both public accounting and industry, with extensive experience in financial reporting and analysis, treasury, tax, information technology, legal and regulatory matters, and strategic planning. After graduation from Butler University with a degree in accounting, Joe got his start at Ernst & Young. Subsequent to that, he has served for several different companies as a chief financial officer; director of treasury and …
Professional Ethics for Colorado CPAs

CPE CREDITS
4 Credits: Regulatory Ethics
$116.00 – $136.00

QAS Self-Study

Overview

CPE Credits
4 Credits: Regulatory Ethics
Course Description
This course is designed to meet the four (4) hour ethics CPE requirement for Colorado CPAs. It provides an overview of ethical thought along with the core values of the CPA profession and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The applicable rules and regulations promulgated by the Colorado State Board of Public Accountancy found in 3 CCR -705-1 Chapter 9 Rules of Professional Conduct are covered in detail. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is also covered in detail. Case studies are utilized throughout the course to emphasize material. This course does NOT meet the 2 hour CR&R requirement.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Recognize ethics from an overall and professional perspective
- The ethical standards contained in the Colorado State Board of Public Accountancy Chapter 9 rules
- Recognize and identify the ethical standards contained in the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
Course Specifics
Course ID 4200672 |
Revision Date August 19, 2022 |
Prerequisites There are no prerequisites |
Advanced Preparation None |
Compliance information
Course Instructor

Patricia McCarthy, MBA, is a partner at CFO Resources LLC, a company focused on training and courseware for CPAs. Her focus is on Microsoft products, particularly Excel, and how to use these programs effectively in business. She’s also certified as an MOS expert in Excel. Patricia has been in software training for over 20 years, and her client list includes the Indiana CPA Society, which awarded her its Outstanding Discussion Leader award. She has been a contributor to the Journal of Accountancy and has published articles in several CPA society magazines, including societies in Indiana, Missouri, Texas, and Arizona. Patricia is a …

Joseph Helstrom, CPA, is a partner at CFO Resources, LLC, a company focused on training and courseware for CPAs. He’s also the owner of Mill Creek Publishing LLC. Joe has over 30 years of experience as a CPA in both public accounting and industry, with extensive experience in financial reporting and analysis, treasury, tax, information technology, legal and regulatory matters, and strategic planning. After graduation from Butler University with a degree in accounting, Joe got his start at Ernst & Young. Subsequent to that, he has served for several different companies as a chief financial officer; director of treasury and …
Professional Ethics for Colorado CPAs

CPE CREDITS
4 Credits: Regulatory Ethics
$116.00 – $136.00