Sunday, September 29, 2013
Different Ways to Earn CPE Credits for Accounting
Continuing
professional education (CPE) refers to class work or seminars some
professionals in various fields have to undergo to maintain as well as improve
their qualifications. Educators, lawyers, and especially certified public
accountants (CPAs) typically undergo CPEs during the course of their careers.
CPAs, in particular, need to earn a certain number of CPE credits before they
can renew their licenses.
According
to eHow.com contributor Jessica Kent, the State Board of Accountancy is
responsible for setting the specific guidelines regarding minimum CPE credit
requirements as well as what course formats are acceptable. CPAs can earn CPE
credits in a variety of ways, but usually by attending conferences hosted by
the American Institute of CPAs, or the American Institute of Certified Public
Accountants (AICPA).
Arguably,
the more convenient and cost-effective method is to take online courses that
may sometimes be offered for free or at reasonably priced rates. Online CPE
courses may take the form of study guides, video podcasts, live webinars, and
many more. The best thing about an online learning set up is the fact that you
can learn at your own pace, so there's no need to rearrange your schedule or
brave rush hour traffic simply to make it to class on time.
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