Accountant Ethics for the District of Columbia

Understand the ethical standards that govern CPAs practicing in the District of Columbia. This course examines the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and the rules of the District of Columbia Board of Accountancy, and then applies them to practical business situations. Use structured tools and detailed examples to resolve ethical dilemmas and interpret regulatory requirements accurately. Build the foundational ethical framework needed to uphold professional integrity in D.C. practice.
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Author: Steven Bragg
Course Number: ET1098

Learning Objectives
  • 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.
  • Specify the District of Columbia rules regarding reciprocity.
  • Recall the District of Columbia rules regarding the payment of commissions to CPAs.
  • Recall the District of Columbia competence and technical standards.
  • Specify the District of Columbia continuing professional education requirements.
  • State the requirements in the District of Columbia for peer reviews.

Level: Overview
Instructional Method: QAS Self-Study
NASBA Category: Regulatory Ethics
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Latest Review Date: October 2025
Program Registration Requirements: Click on the Enroll button to pay for and access the course. You will then be able to download the course as a PDF file, then take an on-line examination, and then download a certificate of completion if you pass the examination.
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The NASBA sponsor identification number for Accountingtools, Inc. is 115881.

AccountingTools is an IRS Approved Continuing Education Provider. We are compliant with the requirements for continuing education providers (as described in sections 10.6 and 10.9 of the Department of Treasury’s Circular No. 230 and in other IRS guidance, forms, and instructions). Our IRS Approved Continuing Education Provider number is 72821.