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Approved ethics courses and providers

The following ethics course providers have been approved by the VBOA to teach courses that count towards the 2026 two-hour ethics CPE requirement. Contact the provider directly for more information about each course.

Providers are listed alphabetically and listings include the approved courses each provider offers. Providers and courses will continue to be approved and posted on the VBOA website throughout 2026.

Vendors often offer many courses, including ethics courses that do not meet our approved criteria. The correct course must have an exact title match to the list below. It is the CPA’s responsibility to ensure the course taken is a VBOA-approved ethics course. 

2026 VBOA-approved ethics 

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Accelerated Virginia Ethics

accelerated-virginia-ethics.com | support@accelerated-va-ethics.com | (804) 567-8804 

2026 A Basic Ethical Guidebook for VA CPAs – Virginia Approved
Topic: Regulatory Ethics | Course format: Online self-study

This 2026 VBOA-approved, two-hour regulatory ethics course for Virginia CPAs is designed to reinforce the importance of ethical practices in maintaining public trust and upholding the integrity of the accounting profession. Tailored to meet the specific requirements of the Virginia Board of Accountancy, this course provides an in-depth understanding of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, ethical decision-making frameworks, and the application of professional judgment in resolving ethical dilemmas. Through real-world case studies and Virginia-specific guidelines, participants will explore key ethical principles, learn to identify and address threats to compliance, and understand their responsibilities regarding CPE requirements and CPA license statuses.

 

AccountingTools, Inc.

accountingtools.com | bragg.steven@gmail.com | (303) 886-1772

Accountant Ethics for Virginia 2026 (Virginia-approved)
Topic: Regulatory ethics | Course format: Online self-study

The Accountant Ethics for Virginia course explores the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, various tools used to resolve business ethics scenarios, and includes the viewing of the Virginia Board of Accountancy Segment (video). Examples are used throughout the course materials to illustrate various ethics and regulatory concepts. The intent is to provide the CPA with the fundamental concepts needed to conduct one’s activities with the highest degree of integrity. It also fulfills the Virginia Board of Accountancy’s 2-hour ethics requirement.

 

Allison M. McLeod, LL.M., CPA, A PLLC 

cpaethicsonline.com | a_m_mcleod@yahoo.com | (214) 403-8622

A Basic Ethics Guidebook for Virginia CPAs – 2026 (VA Approved) 
Topic: Regulatory Ethics | Course format: Live seminars; Online self-study; Live webcast; On-demand webcast

A CPA is challenged in today’s work world to not only serve his/her client or employer but also to protect the public interest by ensuring that there is transparency in financial reporting or there is fair administration of the tax laws. In balancing the two interests, a CPA may find him or herself in an ethical dilemma. This course covers not only basic ethical frameworks, but also specific rules from the Virginia Statutes and Administrative Code as well as the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct governing CPA practice and responsibilities. To illustrate these rules, this course will examine a number of real-life case studies.

 

American Center for Continuing Professional Education, Inc. (ACCPE)

accpe.com | info@accpe.com | (800) 394-6275                                               

Virginia Approved Ethics for CPAs in Business 2026
Topic: Ethics for CPAs in business | Course formats: Online self-study

The course provides an overview of ethical thought as well as core values of a Virginia CPA in business and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is used.

 

American CPE

americancpe.com | director@americancpe.com | (800) 990-4273

Virginia Approved Ethics for CPAs in Business 2026
Topic: Ethics for CPAs in business | Course formats: Online self-study

The course provides an overview of ethical thought as well as core values of a Virginia CPA in business and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is used.

 

Audit Forward, LLC

auditforward.com | elizabeth@auditforward.com | (702) 556-4420

2026 VA-Approved – Fraudsters Unmasked: Spotting Fraud Red Flags
Topic: Behavioral Ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Live webcast; In-house training

Enhance your company’s fraud prevention program by exploring real-world case studies that reveal key fraud red flags, uncover common fraud schemes, and build skills to identify suspicious patterns.


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Beacon Hill Financial Educators, Inc.

bhfe.com | contact@bhfe.com | 800-588-7039                                                  

Virginia-Approved Ethics Course 2026
Topic: Regulatory ethics | Course formats: Online self-study

Virginia-Approved Ethics Course 2026 includes the 2026 Virginia Board of Accountancy ethics video segment, and it covers ethics in the accounting profession and the current edition of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.

 

Becker Professional Education

becker.com | accountingregulatory@colibrigroup.com | (877) 272-3926                                               

2026 VBOA-approved ethics course: Integrity, a Foundation for Success
Topic: Professional conduct | Course formats: Online self-study

This is the 2026 Virginia State Board of Accountancy approved course. This course will be an overview of: How unethical behavior can ruin careers, bring debilitating fines to companies, and lead to prison terms for executives and others How regulation and compliance influence the standards and expectations for ethical behavior How a sound understanding of ethical theory may help in identifying unethical employees or fraudulent behavior Ethics considerations regarding the future of work.

 

Business Learning Institute of AICPA-CIMA

blionline.org | team@blionline.org | (407) 538-6048                                              

  • Applying Ethics in the Real-World (2026 Virginia Approved)
    Topic: Behavioral ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Live webcast; In-house training

    This course will start with the 2026 Virginia Board of Accountancy video addressing the most current issues of concern. The remainder of the course will outline the challenges we face with right-vs-right dilemmas. We will analyze recent cases from multiple perspectives to identify the stakeholders, pressures, and faulty thinking that led to ethical failures.

  • Ethics in the World of AI: Accountant’s Guide to Managing the Risks (Virginia Approved 2026) 
    Topic: Behavioral ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Live webcast; In-house training

    This course will start with the 2026 Virginia Board of Accountancy video addressing the most current issues of concern. The remainder of the course will compare the outcomes produced by AI tools with manual human review in financial analysis and audit scenarios to identify discrepancies and validate results. 

  • Ethics – Making Tough Decisions with a Dash of Courage 2026 (Virginia Approved)
    Topic: Behavioral ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Live webcast; In-house training

    This course will start with the 2026 Virginia Board of Accountancy video addressing the most current issues of concern. The remainder of the course discusses that getting ethics right is a big deal, and ethics often requires courage. An organization’s ethics is directly connected to its reputation in the community, and solid ethical principles are crucial for the long-term success of any organization. This facilitated discussion goes beyond a lecture on ethical principles – it is a series of executive level case studies that offer participants “real time” practice in resolving dilemmas, with participants sharpening their critical thinking skills.

  • Ethics Under Stress 2026 (Virginia Approved) 
    Topic: Behavioral ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Live webcast; In-house training

    This course will start with the 2026 Virginia Board of Accountancy video addressing the most current issues of concern. The remainder of the course addresses the impact of stress and burnout on ethics. The course includes strategies to reduce stress and maintain our ethical focus.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved General Business Ethics
    Topic: Behavioral ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Live webcast; In-house training

    Unethical behavior can ruin professional careers, and could result in fines, penalties, or even a loss of licensure. This course focuses on the general ethical risks faced by those that work in either public accounting or industry. It will cover the foundation of ethical behavior and how to identify and resolve ethical dilemmas faced in today’s business world.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved Professional Ethical Considerations for CPAs  
    Topic: Regulatory ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Live webcast; In-house training

    Every CPA must comply with the AICPA’s Code of Professional Conduct, which is a hallmark of the CPA designation. CPAs in public practice must overcome higher barriers, such as when attest service providers must also retain independence. This course will provide an overview of the core principles from which the CPA profession is built upon.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved Yellow Book Ethics
    Topic: Government ethics  | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Live webcast; In-house training

    Government Auditing Standards (or Yellow Book) has a unique perspective on ethics and transparency due to accountability owed to taxpayers, oversight bodies, and others. This course will discuss the foundational principles in the current Yellow Book relevant to independence. 


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Center for Professional Education

cpeonline.com | lkloster@cpeincmail.com | (732) 604-7044                                                

Ethics for Virginia CPAs – 2026 VA-approved
Topic: Ethical theories and practice | Course formats: Online self-study; Live webcast

This course provides insight into varying ethical perspectives, the development of morality and moral behavior, and includes a discussion of ethics as it is specifically applied to accountants in their professional capacity.

 

Cerifi CPEdge (formerly Checkpoint Learning)

cerificpedge.com | cindy.alderman@cerifi.com | (817) 925-5564 

2026 VBOA-Approved Virginia Ethics
Topics: Regulatory ethics, professional conduct and ethics | Course format: Online self-study

This course must be completed by January 31, 2027. 2026 VBOA-Approved Virginia Ethics is designed to meet the annual ethics requirement for Virginia CPAs renewing their licenses. In addition to meeting the VBOA requirements, this course is designed to update CPAs on regulatory developments, provide guidance regarding the relevance of those laws, rules, and regulations for their areas of interest and/or practice, and provoke thought and discussion among CPAs on the role and practical application of ethics within the profession. IMPORTANT NOTE: The VBOA video on page 5 of this course is required viewing; to successfully complete this course, you must watch this video.

 

CCH CPE Link (Wolters Kluwer)

cchcpelink.com | leila.taylor@wolterskluwer.com | (469) 587-2301                                               

A Basic Ethics Guidebook for Virginia CPAs – 2026 (VA Approved)
Topic: Regulatory Ethics | Course formats: On-demand webcast

A CPA is challenged in today’s work world to not only serve his/her client or employer but also to protect the public interest by ensuring that there is transparency in financial reporting or there is fair administration of the tax laws. In balancing the two interests, a CPA may find him or herself in an ethical dilemma. This course covers not only basic ethical frameworks, but also specific rules from the Virginia Statutes and Administrative Code as well as the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct governing CPA practice and responsibilities. To illustrate these rules, this course will examine a number of real-life case studies. 

 

CPE Depot

cpedepot.com | support@cpedepot.com | (916) 634-0255 

  • Virginia Approved Ethics for CPAs in Business 2026
    Topic: Ethics for CPAs in business | Course formats: Online self-study

The course provides an overview of ethical thought as well as core values of a Virginia CPA in business and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is used.

This 2026 VBOA-approved, two-hour regulatory ethics course for Virginia CPAs is designed to reinforce the importance of ethical practices in maintaining public trust and upholding the integrity of the accounting profession. Tailored to meet the specific requirements of the Virginia Board of Accountancy, this course provides an in-depth understanding of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, ethical decision-making frameworks, and the application of professional judgment in resolving ethical dilemmas. Through real-world case studies and Virginia-specific guidelines, participants will explore key ethical principles, learn to identify and address threats to compliance, and understand their responsibilities regarding CPE requirements and CPA license statuses.

 

CPE247.com

cpe247.com | r.smith@cpe247.com | (800) 977-8641                                        

Virginia Approved Ethics for CPAs in Business 2026
Topic: Ethics for CPAs in business | Course formats: Online self-study

The course provides an overview of ethical thought as well as core values of a Virginia CPA in business and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is used.

 

CPE365

cpe365.com | support@cpe365.com | (916) 229-8937

Virginia Ethics for 2026 – VA Approved – Self Study Course
Topic: Professional conduct and ethics | Course formats: Online self-study

CPAs are professionals that are required to make ethical decisions daily when performing their duties. Ethics are moral principles or values that tend to be unique to each individual and are used to shape decisions. Ethical standards are based on ethical principles. All CPAs are required to apply ethical principles to their practice and to the services they provide.

This course identifies why it is crucial for all CPAs to practice ethics and to solve ethical dilemmas that they encounter. This course will start with a video segment provided by the Virginia Board of Accountancy. The course then identifies the need for ethics in the CPA profession and the ethical principles that all CPAs are required to comply with when performing their duties. This course will review ethics rules, regulations, and entities that provide ethics enforcement for CPAs.

Finally, this course will amplify the importance of ethics through the display of previous disciplinary actions taken out by the VBOA. These examples will demonstrate the real-life consequences of not applying proper professional ethics when practicing as a CPA practitioner.

 

CPEThink.com 

cpethink.com | service@cpethink.com | (888) 273-0273

  • Virginia Approved Ethics for CPAs in Business 2026
    Topic: Ethics for CPAs in business | Course formats: Online self-study

    The course provides an overview of ethical thought as well as core values of a Virginia CPA in business and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is used.

  • Ethics for Virginia CPAs – 2025 Virginia Approved 
    Topic: Regulatory Ethics | Course formats: Online self-study

    Ethics for Virginia CPAs – 2025 Virginia Approved fulfills the VBOA two-hour ethics requirement. The course begins with a special segment (video) developed by the VBOA covering critical information that Virginian CPAs should know. It also includes a review (text) of the AICPA Principles of Code of Professional Conduct. These important principles play a vital role in ensuring that CPAs abide by the ethics. Finally, the course discusses the AICPA Rules of Conduct, along with the conceptual framework approach to coping with ethical dilemmas. This material will help CPAs resolve ethical dilemmas through effective decision-making.


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Dr. Daniel Selby, Ph.D., CPA, CISA

ethicsprofessional.com | YourEthicsProfessional@gmail.com | (804) 459-7895

VA-Approved 2026 Regulatory Landscape for CPAs
Topic: Regulatory ethics, professional conduct and ethics, ethics in the real world | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Live webcast; In-house training

This is an interactive and engaging ethics course with practical “real-world” business cases.


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Emergent Solutions Group LLC

emergentgroup.net | jlouis@emergentgroup.net  | (703) 431-9044                        

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved General Business Ethics
    Topic: Behavioral ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Live webcast; On-demand webcast; In-house training

    Unethical behavior can ruin professional careers, and could result in fines, penalties, or even a loss of licensure. This course focuses on the general ethical risks faced by those that work in either public accounting or industry. It will cover the foundation of ethical behavior and how to identify and resolve ethical dilemmas faced in today’s business world.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved Professional Ethical Considerations for CPAs  
    Topic: Regulatory ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Live webcast; On-demand webcast; In-house training

    Every CPA must comply with the AICPA’s Code of Professional Conduct, which is a hallmark of the CPA designation. CPAs in public practice must overcome higher barriers, such as when attest service providers must also retain independence. This course will provide an overview of the core principles from which the CPA profession is built upon.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved Yellow Book Ethics
    Topic: Government ethics  | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Live webcast; On-demand webcast; In-house training

    Government Auditing Standards (or Yellow Book) has a unique perspective on ethics and transparency due to accountability owed to taxpayers, oversight bodies, and others. This course will discuss the foundational principles in the current Yellow Book relevant to independence.

 

Encoursa

encoursa.com | cpe@encoursa.com | (616) 401-3223

Unethical behavior can ruin professional careers, and could result in fines, penalties, or even a loss of licensure. This course focuses on the general ethical risks faced by those that work in either public accounting or industry. It will cover the foundation of ethical behavior and how to identify and resolve ethical dilemmas faced in today’s business world.

Every CPA must comply with the AICPA’s Code of Professional Conduct, which is a hallmark of the CPA designation. CPAs in public practice must overcome higher barriers, such as when attest service providers must also retain independence. This course will provide an overview of the core principles from which the CPA profession is built upon.

Government Auditing Standards (or Yellow Book) has a unique perspective on ethics and transparency due to accountability owed to taxpayers, oversight bodies, and others. This course will discuss the foundational principles in the current Yellow Book relevant to independence.

The course provides an overview of ethical thought as well as core values of a Virginia CPA in business and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is used.

 

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Galasso Learning Solutions

galassolearningsolutions.com | operations@galassolearningsolutions.com | (704) 778-1305

  • 2026 AICPA Regulatory Ethics Update: VA-Approved
    Topic: Regulatory ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Online self-study; Live webcast; On-demand webcast

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 what’s coming next—and how to position yourself for compliance success in a rapidly evolving ethical landscape.

  • 2026 Government Ethics: Theory & Application – Virginia Approved
    Topic: Government ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Online self-study; Live webcast; On-demand webcast

This Virginia Board of Accountancy–approved ethics course begins with the 2026 Virginia ethics updates required by the Virginia Board of Accountancy. The course then expands to examine the ethical principles established in Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book) issued by the U.S. Government Accountability Office.

Participants will review core ethical principles applicable to governmental auditors, including serving the public interest, maintaining integrity, objectivity, and professional behavior. The course emphasizes practical application of these principles, with focused discussion on independence requirements, maintaining objectivity, and identifying and avoiding conflicts of interest.

Designed for auditors performing governmental and Yellow Book engagements, this course reinforces ethical decision-making and supports compliance with both Virginia-specific ethics requirements and broader professional standards governing governmental audits.

 

GoldCal dba GoldSRD

goldsrd.com | dgoldberg@goldsrd.com | (214) 514-8883                                         

2026 Practical Ethics 9.0 VA-Approved
Topic: Behavioral Ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Live webcast; In-house training

In our 9th iteration of one of our most popular courses, Practical Ethics takes us through some updated definitions of ethics and digs into ethics surveys. Finally, Practical Ethics takes us through the many ethical dilemmas surrounding AI. 

 

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Illumeo

illumeo.com | cpe@illumeo.com | (408) 400-3993 

  • Virginia Approved Ethics for CPAs in Business 2026
    Topic: Ethics for CPAs in business | Course formats: Online self-study

    The course provides an overview of ethical thought as well as core values of a Virginia CPA in business and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is used.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved General Business Ethics             
    Topic: Behavioral ethics | Course formats: Live webcast; On-demand webcast

    Unethical behavior can ruin professional careers, and could result in fines, penalties, or even a loss of licensure. This course focuses on the general ethical risks faced by those that work in either public accounting or industry. It will cover the foundation of ethical behavior and how to identify and resolve ethical dilemmas faced in today’s business world.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved Professional Ethical Considerations for CPAs  
    Topic: Regulatory ethics | Course formats: Live webcast; On-demand webcast

    Every CPA must comply with the AICPA’s Code of Professional Conduct, which is a hallmark of the CPA designation. CPAs in public practice must overcome higher barriers, such as when attest service providers must also retain independence. This course will provide an overview of the core principles from which the CPA profession is built upon.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved Yellow Book Ethics
    Topic: Government ethics  | Course formats: Live webcast; On-demand webcast

    Government Auditing Standards (or Yellow Book) has a unique perspective on ethics and transparency due to accountability owed to taxpayers, oversight bodies, and others. This course will discuss the foundational principles in the current Yellow Book relevant to independence.

 

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Kaplan Financial Education

kaplanfinancial.com | lisa.goyette@kaplan.com | (866) 265-1561

Virginia-Approved Regulatory Ethics: Standards of Professional Conduct for 2026
Topic: Regulatory ethics | Course formats: Online self-study; Live webcast; On-demand webcast

Regulatory ethics form the foundation of the CPA profession’s responsibility to protect the public interest. As trusted advisors, CPAs are expected to apply professional judgment within an evolving regulatory environment shaped by professional standards and ethical obligations. This course provides an overview of the Virginia regulatory ethics framework, including a discussion of the central tenets of accounting ethics and recent developments affecting the profession. Participants will examine the roles of key rule-making and oversight bodies, changes and developments in the CPA licensure model, and ethical standards issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the U.S. Department of the Treasury governing accounting and tax practice.

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Mill Creek Publishing LLC

patriciamccarthy.h@gmail.com | (317) 507-6834                                                

Virginia Approved Ethics for CPAs in Business 2026
Topic: Ethics for CPAs in business | Course formats: Online self-study

The course provides an overview of ethical thought as well as core values of a Virginia CPA in business and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is used.

 

MY-CPE LLC dba MYCPE ONE

my-cpe.com | shelby@my-cpe.com | (646) 688-5128

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved General Business Ethics             
    Topic: Behavioral ethics | Course formats: Live webcast; On-demand webcast

Unethical behavior can ruin professional careers, and could result in fines, penalties, or even a loss of licensure. This course focuses on the general ethical risks faced by those that work in either public accounting or industry. It will cover the foundation of ethical behavior and how to identify and resolve ethical dilemmas faced in today’s business world.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved Professional Ethical Considerations for CPAs  
    Topic: Regulatory ethics | Course formats: Live webcast; On-demand webcast

Every CPA must comply with the AICPA’s Code of Professional Conduct, which is a hallmark of the CPA designation. CPAs in public practice must overcome higher barriers, such as when attest service providers must also retain independence. This course will provide an overview of the core principles from which the CPA profession is built upon.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved Yellow Book Ethics
    Topic: Government ethics  | Course formats: Live webcast; On-demand webcast

Government Auditing Standards (or Yellow Book) has a unique perspective on ethics and transparency due to accountability owed to taxpayers, oversight bodies, and others. This course will discuss the foundational principles in the current Yellow Book relevant to independence.

 

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Professional Education Services, LP

mypescpe.com | kyates@mypescpe.com | (916) 791-3675                              

2026 VA-Approved Ethics and Professional Conduct for Virginia CPAs 
Topic: Regulatory ethics, Ethics in tax practice | Course formats: Online self-study

This course is designed to meet the specific ethics requirements for the state of Virginia for 2026. It covers a special segment developed specifically by the Virginia Board of Accountancy for 2026, an introduction to the study of ethics, the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, and a review of frequent tax scams as observed by the IRS. Per the Board regulations, this course must be completed no later than Jan. 31, 2027. No prerequisites. Course level: Basic.

 

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Robinson, Farmer, Cox Associates

rfca.com | jsanudo@rfca.com | (804) 393-0238                                

2026 Virginia Approved: Professional Judgment, Regulatory Compliance, and Emerging Risks 
Topic: Behavior ethics and ethics in tax practice | Course formats: In-house training

The course is divided into three sections: applied ethical decision making, regulatory ethics, and emerging ethical risks in modern CPA practice. Together, these sections reinforce the CPA’s responsibility to protect the public interest and maintain trust in financial reporting and professional services.

 

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Sequoia CPE 

sequoiacpe.com | support@sequoiacpe.com | (800) 572-9675                                

Ethics for Virginia CPAs – 2026 VA-Approved
Topic: Regulatory ethics, Ethics in tax practice | Course formats: Online self-study

This course is designed to meet the specific ethics requirements for the state of Virginia for 2026. It covers a special segment developed specifically by the Virginia Board of Accountancy for 2026, an introduction to the study of ethics, the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, and a review of frequent tax scams as observed by the IRS. Per the Board regulations, this course must be completed no later than Jan. 31, 2027. No prerequisites. Course level: Basic.

 

 

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Virginia Society of CPAs

vscpa.com/ethics | cpe@vscpa.com | (800) 733-8272

  • AI Ethics 2026 – VBOA Approved
    Topic: Technology ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Online self-study; Live webcast; On-demand webcast; In-house training

This ethics course equips CPAs with the knowledge to navigate the ethical risks and responsibilities of using generative and agentic AI in 2026 and beyond. Participants will explore why AI ethics matters, how AI differs from prior technologies, and where key risks arise, including privacy, bias, accuracy, transparency, deepfakes, and regulatory compliance. Through real-world examples and practical guidance, CPAs will learn how to apply professional standards and develop effective AI usage policies to use AI responsibly and uphold ethical obligations.

  • Regulatory Ethics 2026 – VBOA Approved
    Topic: Regulatory ethics | Course formats: Live seminars; Conference sessions; Online self-study; Live webcast; On-demand webcast; In-house training

The CPA profession in Virginia, like in many other states, is governed by a complex framework of laws, regulations and ethical standards. As a CPA, you are expected to adhere to these guidelines, maintain the highest level of professional integrity, and act in the public interest.

This Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA)-approved ethics course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory and ethical landscape of the accounting profession in Virginia. We will explore the key principles of professional ethics, the role of the VBOA, and the specific regulations that govern the practice of public accounting in the state.

 

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WebCE, Inc. 

webce.com | customerservice@webce.com  | (972) 616-1075

A Basic Ethics Guidebook for Virginia CPAs – 2026 (VA Approved) 
Topic: Regulatory Ethics | Course format: Online self-study

A CPA is challenged in today’s work world to not only serve his/her client or employer but also to protect the public interest by ensuring that there is transparency in financial reporting or there is fair administration of the tax laws. In balancing the two interests, a CPA may find him or herself in an ethical dilemma. This course covers not only basic ethical frameworks, but also specific rules from the Virginia Statutes and Administrative Code as well as the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct governing CPA practice and responsibilities. To illustrate these rules, this course will examine a number of real-life case studies.

 

Western CPE

westerncpe.com | learning@westerncpe.com | (800) 822-4194

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved General Business Ethics             
    Topic: Behavioral ethics | Course formats: Live webcast; On-demand webcast

Unethical behavior can ruin professional careers, and could result in fines, penalties, or even a loss of licensure. This course focuses on the general ethical risks faced by those that work in either public accounting or industry. It will cover the foundation of ethical behavior and how to identify and resolve ethical dilemmas faced in today’s business world.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved Professional Ethical Considerations for CPAs  
    Topic: Regulatory ethics | Course formats: Live webcast; On-demand webcast

Every CPA must comply with the AICPA’s Code of Professional Conduct, which is a hallmark of the CPA designation. CPAs in public practice must overcome higher barriers, such as when attest service providers must also retain independence. This course will provide an overview of the core principles from which the CPA profession is built upon.

  • 2026 Virginia-Approved Yellow Book Ethics
    Topic: Government ethics  | Course formats: Live webcast; On-demand webcast

Government Auditing Standards (or Yellow Book) has a unique perspective on ethics and transparency due to accountability owed to taxpayers, oversight bodies, and others. This course will discuss the foundational principles in the current Yellow Book relevant to independence.

  • Virginia Approved Ethics for CPAs in Business 2026
    Topic: Ethics for CPAs in business | Course formats: Online self-study

The course provides an overview of ethical thought as well as core values of a Virginia CPA in business and the application of these values to ethical reasoning. The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct is used.