New York Ethics CPE Course for CPAs
Individuals in the accounting and auditing profession have a considerable responsibility to the general public. To gain public trust and maintain professionalism, professional conduct and ethical behavior are necessary. Adhering to ethical standards is both a professional obligation and a legal requirement. This course is designed to meet the ethics requirements for New York CPAs renewing their licenses.
The course begins with a presentation of ethics and ethical behavior, describing the concept of ethics, identifying the causes of unethical behavior, and explaining the process of ethical reasoning. It covers specific rules governing professional conduct, including the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, along with the conceptual framework approach to coping with ethical dilemmas, and a review of key provisions of New York State Laws, Rules, and Regulations governing the practice of public accountancy. Numerous examples are included to help you have a good understanding of ethical standards and apply ethical judgment in interpreting the rules.
Approved for New York ethics requirement: Â Sponsor License No. 002284
We also have an ethics course for New York CPAs with a Tax Concentration
Course Information
Course No. ENY04
Format: Online pdf (103 pages). Printed book available.
Prerequisites:Â None
Advance Preparation:Â None
Level: Overview
CPE Credit: 4 hrs.
Field of Study: Regulatory Ethics: Technical
Course expiration:Â Â You have one year from date of purchase to complete the course.
Course Revision Date: May 2025
Objectives
Chapter 1: Ethics and Ethical Reasoning
After studying this chapter, you will be able to:
- Recognize ethical reasoning used by accountants
Chapter 2: AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
After studying this chapter, you will be able to:
- Identify the different parts of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
- Recognize the core principles within the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
- Identify the steps within the conceptual framework approach
- Recognize independence and objectivity issues
- Identify ethical standards and violations
Chapter 3: New York State Laws, Rules, and Regulations
After studying this chapter you will be able to:
• Recognize unprofessional CPA conduct in New York State
• Identify the requirements for practicing public accountancy in New York State

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