2026 AICPA Regulatory Ethics Update

Overview

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 wha's coming next-and how to position yourself for compliance success in a rapidly evolving ethical landscape.

Highlights

• Virginia ethics requirement (VBOA-approved course)
• AICPA Professional Ethics Executive Committee (PEEC) updates
• New interpretations and revised ethics guidance
• Ethics modernization initiatives and regulatory changes
• Standards affecting recruiting, CPE programs, and tax advisory services
• Impact of ethics developments on public and industry professionals
• Forward-looking PEEC projects and upcoming changes
• Strategies for compliance in an evolving ethical landscape

Prerequisites

Prior experience with the code of professional conduct

Designed For

All accounting/auditing professionals

Objectives

• Identify the impact of recently issued ethics interpretations on independence
• Recognize changes to ethics standards issued by PEEC
• Identify proposed changes to ethics requirements

Preparation

 None