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Upcoming Seminar for CPAs and TCTC 2010
CPA Requirements: What are the New Rules and a Portion of the Ethics Foundation Course 
When: Thursday, February 11th
Where: Yono's Restaurant, 25 Chapel Street, Albany
Time: 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM - Registration; 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM - Program and Lunch
Cost: $50 For AGA, NYSSCPA, and IMA Members; $75 For Others
CPEs: 4 credits
 
The new accountancy law has dramatically changed how the CPA profession is regulated in New York State, including CPAs in public practice, industry and government.  The law requires that all individuals practicing public accountancy or using the title certified public accountant or public accountant, or the designation CPA or PA must register with the State Education Department and meet the Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements. The first two hours of this seminar will address these important issues and include: 
 
  •  An introduction of the topic from the Executive Secretary of the State Board for Public Accountancy
  • An overview of the new law and its effect on CPAs in New York State
  • Amendments to the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education relating to the licensure requirements for CPAs 
  • The new expanded scope of practice for CPAs, and issues relating to the experience requirement for licensure
  • The new registration and mandatory CPE requirements
  • Limited permits/temporary practice permits/nonattest mobility
  • Mandatory quality review of attest services
  • Outreach program to all CPAs practicing in New York
     
The two-hour CPE Ethics component of this seminar covers the topics of a portion of the foundation course in professional ethics, including ethical foundations and ethical guidance for New York State CPAs. Ethical foundations topics to be covered are: An introduction to ethical concepts, the psychology of moral development, judgment and values, the sociology of professions, virtue and the role of rules of ethics, public expectations of CPA's responsibilities, and ethical dilemmas. Ethical guidance topics considered will include: the role of the Office of Professions in New York, New York State rules on ethics, AICPA and NYSSCPA Codes of Professional Conduct, comparison of state rules and professional codes, enforcement of rules on ethics.

TCTC 2010 is Here!!

TCTC 2010When: Monday, March 15th through Wednesday, March 17th
Where: Holiday Inn, 205 Wolf Rd., Albany
CPEs: Up to 21 credits
**See website for time and cost information
 
The New York Capital Chapter of the Association of Government Accountants, the Albany Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors, and the Hudson Valley Chapter of ISACA invite you to participate in an outstanding three-day continuing education event offering challenging, informative and exciting sessions designed to help participants keep pace with changes in information technology, auditing, fraud and leadership skills. These exciting sessions at TCTC 2010 are ideal for both new and experienced accountability professionals.

Up to 21 CPE hours can be earned by attending all three days.

This is the fifeenth TCTC, and it has gotten so popular over the years that you must register early to ensure you get in. Also, keep in mind that registering early can mean big savings for your agency or firm's training budget.

Business casual attire is appropriate for the conference.

See the exciting new TCTC website where you can see this year's outstanding program as well as read about the history of TCTC. You can also register through the TCTC website. 
 
It's the premier educational event of the year.

 
 

 

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Reimbursement Opportunities for NYS Employees

 New York State and its public employee unions recognize the importance of continuous learning by providing assistance for tuition expenses.  The New York State Governor's Office of Employee Relations (GOER) has developed a number of tuition reimbursement programs that NYS employees can utilize for a variety of training opportunities. 
 
 Please visit the GOER website to find out more about the tuition assistance programs for PEF, CSEA, and M/C employees.