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Ethics of AI: A CPA's Guide (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar

Overview

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the accounting profession, creating new opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and support professional services. As AI adoption increases, CPAs must also navigate emerging ethical considerations related to the use of these technologies. 

Course Description

This webinar provides a practical framework for identifying and addressing AI-related ethical challenges, helping participants apply sound professional judgment while using AI responsibly and in alignment with professional obligations.

Applicable for

Anyone who wants to understand the potential ethical dilemmas of using AI technology in the accounting profession and how to address them.

Learning Objectives

  • Recognize the ethical challenges and professional considerations that may arise from the use of AI applications in accounting and advisory services.
  • Identify practical approaches and guidelines for addressing AI-related ethical dilemmas in a professional context.

Content

  • A primer on AI technology applications in the accounting profession.
  • Ethical dilemmas that originate from the use of AI by CPAs.
  • Practical guidelines for using AI technology ethically.

Course Dates & Registration

Oct 28, 2026
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Online Virtual
John Higgins
John Higgins John Higgins, CPA.CITP, serves as a strategic adviser to CPAs and the CPA profession in all aspects of leveraging technology. He has authored and presented CPD programs for thousands of CPAs for more than 25 years on technology and practice management issues. John is a pioneer in the development and delivery of web based CPD programs.
Available
Dec 3, 2026
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Online Virtual
John Higgins
John Higgins John Higgins, CPA.CITP, serves as a strategic adviser to CPAs and the CPA profession in all aspects of leveraging technology. He has authored and presented CPD programs for thousands of CPAs for more than 25 years on technology and practice management issues. John is a pioneer in the development and delivery of web based CPD programs.
Available
Jun 26, 2025
9:00AM - 11:00AM
Online Virtual
John Higgins
John Higgins John Higgins, CPA.CITP, serves as a strategic adviser to CPAs and the CPA profession in all aspects of leveraging technology. He has authored and presented CPD programs for thousands of CPAs for more than 25 years on technology and practice management issues. John is a pioneer in the development and delivery of web based CPD programs.
Past
Dec 12, 2024
8:30AM - 10:30AM
Online Virtual
John Higgins
John Higgins John Higgins, CPA.CITP, serves as a strategic adviser to CPAs and the CPA profession in all aspects of leveraging technology. He has authored and presented CPD programs for thousands of CPAs for more than 25 years on technology and practice management issues. John is a pioneer in the development and delivery of web based CPD programs.
Past
Aug 7, 2024
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Online Virtual
John Higgins
John Higgins John Higgins, CPA.CITP, serves as a strategic adviser to CPAs and the CPA profession in all aspects of leveraging technology. He has authored and presented CPD programs for thousands of CPAs for more than 25 years on technology and practice management issues. John is a pioneer in the development and delivery of web based CPD programs.
Past

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

Course Details
Cost
$150
Members
$160
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
2
CPD Hours
2
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
4
Credits

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.

Ethics

Ethics of AI: A CPA's Guide (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
Course Details
Cost
$150
Members
$160
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
2
CPD Hours
2
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
4
Credits

Overview

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the accounting profession, creating new opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and support professional services. As AI adoption increases, CPAs must also navigate emerging ethical considerations related to the use of these technologies. 

Course Description

This webinar provides a practical framework for identifying and addressing AI-related ethical challenges, helping participants apply sound professional judgment while using AI responsibly and in alignment with professional obligations.

Applicable for

Anyone who wants to understand the potential ethical dilemmas of using AI technology in the accounting profession and how to address them.

Learning Objectives

  • Recognize the ethical challenges and professional considerations that may arise from the use of AI applications in accounting and advisory services.
  • Identify practical approaches and guidelines for addressing AI-related ethical dilemmas in a professional context.

Content

  • A primer on AI technology applications in the accounting profession.
  • Ethical dilemmas that originate from the use of AI by CPAs.
  • Practical guidelines for using AI technology ethically.

Course Dates & Registration

Oct 28, 2026
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Online Virtual
John Higgins
John Higgins John Higgins, CPA.CITP, serves as a strategic adviser to CPAs and the CPA profession in all aspects of leveraging technology. He has authored and presented CPD programs for thousands of CPAs for more than 25 years on technology and practice management issues. John is a pioneer in the development and delivery of web based CPD programs.
Available
Dec 3, 2026
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Online Virtual
John Higgins
John Higgins John Higgins, CPA.CITP, serves as a strategic adviser to CPAs and the CPA profession in all aspects of leveraging technology. He has authored and presented CPD programs for thousands of CPAs for more than 25 years on technology and practice management issues. John is a pioneer in the development and delivery of web based CPD programs.
Available
Jun 26, 2025
9:00AM - 11:00AM
Online Virtual
John Higgins
John Higgins John Higgins, CPA.CITP, serves as a strategic adviser to CPAs and the CPA profession in all aspects of leveraging technology. He has authored and presented CPD programs for thousands of CPAs for more than 25 years on technology and practice management issues. John is a pioneer in the development and delivery of web based CPD programs.
Past
Dec 12, 2024
8:30AM - 10:30AM
Online Virtual
John Higgins
John Higgins John Higgins, CPA.CITP, serves as a strategic adviser to CPAs and the CPA profession in all aspects of leveraging technology. He has authored and presented CPD programs for thousands of CPAs for more than 25 years on technology and practice management issues. John is a pioneer in the development and delivery of web based CPD programs.
Past
Aug 7, 2024
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Online Virtual
John Higgins
John Higgins John Higgins, CPA.CITP, serves as a strategic adviser to CPAs and the CPA profession in all aspects of leveraging technology. He has authored and presented CPD programs for thousands of CPAs for more than 25 years on technology and practice management issues. John is a pioneer in the development and delivery of web based CPD programs.
Past

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.