WL001326: AI 101 for CPAs: Core Concepts and Practical Applications
Description
New to AI? Start here. This beginner-friendly course explains how generative AI works, what terms like
“LLM” and “agentic AI” really mean, and how CPAs can safely put these tools to use. You’ll leave with a
solid understanding of AI fundamentals and how they apply to accounting, tax, and finance
Objective
Identify core AI concepts (generative AI, large language models, agentic AI) relevant to accounting and finance. • Differentiate common CPA/CFO use cases (e.g., research, content generation, data/document analysis.) • Evaluate key risks (hallucinations, bias, confidentiality, and select mitigating controls.
Advanced Preparation
None
Required Knowledge
None
Who Should Attend
Anyone working in accounting, tax or finance who wants to gain better understanding of what AI is and how it can be applied
Credit Types
- CPE – Information Technology
Event Level:Basic
Event Code:WL001326
External ID:WL001326
Event Vendor:Higgins Advisory, LLC
Fields of Study:CPE - Information Technology
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Registration Fees
| Registration | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| WL001326: Registration – Member | Mem | $105 |
| WL001326: Registration – Non-Member | NM | $230 |
The North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org/.For information regarding refund, complaint, program cancellation or other policies, visit our Registration Policies page or call 800-469-1352.