2026 AICPA Regulatory Ethics Update
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price $89.00
Non-Member Price $119.00
Overview
Stay informed-and ahead of the curve-with this VBOA-approved ethics course tailored to meet Virginia's annual ethics requirement while bringing you the latest updates from the AICPA's Professional Ethics Executive Committee (PEEC). The pace of change in ethics regulation has accelerated, and PEEC has been especially active with new interpretations, revised guidance, and key modernization projects.
In this interactive session, we'll unpack the most significant developments shaping the profession today, including new standards on recruiting, CPE programs, and tax advisory services. You'll gain practical clarity on how these changes affect both public practitioners and industry professionals.
We'll also take a forward look at projects on PEEC's horizon, giving you early insights into wha's coming next-and how to position yourself for compliance success in a rapidly evolving ethical landscape.
Objectives
- Identify the impact of recently issued ethics interpretations on independence
- Recognize changes to ethics standards issued by PEEC
- Identify proposed changes to ethics requirements
Highlights
- Virginia ethics requirement (VBOA-approved course)
- AICPA Professional Ethics Executive Committee (PEEC) updates
- New interpretations and revised ethics guidance
- Ethics modernization initiatives and regulatory changes
- Standards affecting recruiting, CPE programs, and tax advisory services
- Impact of ethics developments on public and industry professionals
- Forward-looking PEEC projects and upcoming changes
- Strategies for compliance in an evolving ethical landscape
Designed For
All accounting/auditing professionals
Prerequisites
Prior experience with the code of professional conduct
Preparation
None
Notice
Your webinar can be accessed via https://ctcpas.acpen.com/. If you do not have an ACPEN account, please sign up for an account using the email address you have on file with CTCPA.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Melisa Galasso, CPA, CPTD, Founder and CEO, Galasso Learning Solutions LLC
Melisa Galasso is the founder and CEO of Galasso Learning Solutions LLC. A CPA with nearly 20 years of experience in the accounting profession, Melisa designs and facilitates courses in advanced technical accounting and auditing topics, including not-for-profit and governmental accounting. She also supports essential professional development, audit level training, and train the trainer efforts. Melisa is a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and has earned the Association for Talent Development Master Trainer™ designation. Her passion for instructional design and adult learning techniques is one of the differentiators that set her apart from other CPE providers. Within the industry, Melisa serves on the FASB’s Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee (NAC), AICPA Council, and the VSCPA’s Board of Directors. She previously served on the AICPA’s Technical Issues Committee (TIC) and is a past-Chair of the NCACPA’s A&A committee. Melisa also authors the AICPA’s State and Local Government Guide and serves as a SME for the Center for Plain English Accounting.
Non-Member Price $119.00
Member Price $89.00