August 12, 2025

Webcast

2 CPE

Beyond The Numbers: Real Ethics for Real CPAs in Colorado

  • Instructor

    David
    Goldberg

In today’s evolving professional landscape, ethics is more than just compliance—it’s a compass for decision-making. This engaging course explores real-world ethical challenges faced by CPAs in Colorado, blending regulatory foundations with practical frameworks. Participants will explore state-specific rules (C.R.S. Title 12, Article 100), the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, and key federal guidelines such as Sarbanes-Oxley and IRS Circular 230. Through scenario-based discussions and breakout activities, CPAs will strengthen their ability to navigate moral gray areas, apply critical thinking, and lead with integrity.

Learning Objectives

After completing this session, participants will be able to:

  1. Identify key ethical responsibilities under Colorado State Board of Accountancy and AICPA guidelines.
  2. Apply relevant federal and Colorado-specific ethics laws in real-world CPA scenarios.
  3. Recognize and address common ethical dilemmas using critical thinking and moral reasoning frameworks.
  4. Analyze and evaluate ethical gray areas to support sound professional judgment.

Major Topics

  • Ethics in the Age of Complexity: Why It Matters
  • Colorado Ethics Rules for CPAs (C.R.S. Title 12, Article 100)
  • AICPA Code of Professional Conduct & Federal Guidelines (Sarbanes-Oxley, IRS Circular 230)
  • Moral Reasoning and the CPA: Grey Areas and Tough Calls
  • Breakout: The Ethical Tightrope — What Would You Do?
  • Creative Approaches to Ethical Leadership
  • Evaluation and Action Planning

CPE Credits Available

2 CPE
2
Behavioral Ethics

Things to Know About This Course

Course Level

  • Basic

Professional Area of Focus

  • Ethics

Prerequisites

None

Advanced Preparation

None

Intended Audience

Anyone!

Provider

Colorado

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