This Hawaii ethics CPE course explores the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and the Hawaii Board of Public Accountancy rules and regulations. Our CPE course pays particular attention is paid to the Hawaii rules governing disciplinary actions, peer reviews, and continuing professional education requirements. Examples are used throughout the CPA ethics CPE course to illustrate various ethics and regulatory concepts.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Describe the different principles contained within the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.
Specify the different types of harassment.
Describe the types of discreditable acts stated in the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.
Explain the accountant's obligations related to the release of confidential information.
Specify the policies that may apply to the release of confidential information.
Identify the characteristics of false or misleading promotional efforts.
Describe the obligations of the accountant in relation to the delivery of records to a client.
Specify the obligations of the accountant in regard to conflicts of interest.
Describe the different types of threats to an accountant's ability to comply with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.
Specify the differences between deontology and consequentialism.
Explain how the difference principle can be applied to real-world situations.
Recall the intervals at which Hawaii CPAs must obtain a permit to practice.
Specify the types of disciplinary actions that the Hawaii Board can take.
State the prohibition on who can use the CPA designation in Hawaii.
Specify the peer review requirements for a firm conducting public accountancy in Hawaii.
Identify the continuing professional education requirements for a Hawaii CPA.
Major Topics
Public Interest Principle
Discrimination and Harassment in Employment Practices
Solicitation or Disclosure of CPA Examination Questions and Answers
Failure to File a Tax Return or Pay a Tax Liability
Negligence in the Preparation of Financial Statements or Records
Failure to Follow Government Rules and Regulations
Failure to Follow Government Auditing Standards
Disclosing Confidential Information without Permission
False or Misleading use of the CPA Credential
Failure to Return Client Records
Conflicts of Interest
Ethical Conflicts
Kohlberg's Stages of Moral Development
How to makes Ethical Decisions