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Professional Skepticism for the Public Accountant


Total Credits: 1 including 1 Auditing - Technical

Average Rating:
   14
Categories:
ACPEN Industry Institute |  Accounting and Auditing
Faculty:
Dr. Chris Harper, CPA, MBA
Course Levels:
Basic
Duration:
1 Hour
License:
Expires 30 day(s) after program date.

Dates
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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

Sat, Feb 21, 2026 - 12:00 PM to 12:58 PM EST
Wed, Mar 11, 2026 - 1:00 PM to 1:58 PM EDT
Wed, Mar 25, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 2:58 PM EDT
Thu, Apr 02, 2026 - 3:00 PM to 3:58 PM EDT
Mon, Apr 13, 2026 - 4:00 PM to 4:58 PM EDT
Thu, May 21, 2026 - 1:00 PM to 1:58 PM EDT
Fri, Jun 26, 2026 - 11:00 AM to 11:58 AM EDT
Wed, Jul 01, 2026 - 10:00 AM to 10:58 AM EDT
Tue, Jul 28, 2026 - 4:00 PM to 4:58 PM EDT
Mon, Aug 03, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 2:58 PM EDT
Fri, Aug 21, 2026 - 12:00 PM to 12:58 PM EDT
Fri, Sep 04, 2026 - 4:00 PM to 4:58 PM EDT
Fri, Sep 18, 2026 - 10:00 AM to 10:58 AM EDT
Tue, Oct 06, 2026 - 12:00 PM to 12:58 PM EDT
Thu, Oct 29, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 2:58 PM EDT
Thu, Nov 12, 2026 - 4:00 PM to 4:58 PM EST
Fri, Nov 20, 2026 - 10:00 AM to 10:58 AM EST
Fri, Dec 11, 2026 - 12:00 PM to 12:58 PM EST
Tue, Dec 29, 2026 - 2:00 PM to 2:58 PM EST
Wed, Jan 06, 2027 - 4:00 PM to 4:58 PM EST
Mon, Jan 18, 2027 - 10:00 AM to 10:58 AM EST
Wed, Feb 03, 2027 - 12:00 PM to 12:58 PM EST
Mon, Feb 15, 2027 - 2:00 PM to 2:58 PM EST
Thu, Mar 11, 2027 - 4:00 PM to 4:58 PM EST
Tue, Mar 30, 2027 - 10:00 AM to 10:58 AM EDT
Tue, Apr 06, 2027 - 12:00 PM to 12:58 PM EDT
Thu, Apr 15, 2027 - 2:00 PM to 2:58 PM EDT
Sat, May 15, 2027 - 4:00 PM to 4:58 PM 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
Refund/Cancellation Policy Please contact the ACPEN help desk 1-877-602-9877 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.

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Total Reviews: 14