The WSCPA Prix Fixe CPE Series is a unique program that delivers convenient CPE in the form of 30 one-hour webinars on a variety of topics. Each webinar will be held at noon Pacific Time on a Friday, so plug in your headphones, grab a snack, and tune in for a relaxing review of the topic du jour.
Members, register for each webinar a la carte for $40.00 or save even more by purchasing the Prix Fixe CPE Series Bundle!
See below for the 2020–2021 Prix Fixe CPE Series topics and instructors.
Please note that due to the unbeatable value of the Prix Fixe CPE Series, we are unable to apply additional discounts to the purchase price, nor can we offer substitutions, transfers, or refunds of any kind.
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Full 2020–2021 Prix Fixe CPE Series
These Prix Fixe CPE series webinars are available a la carte or as part of the Prix Fixe CPE Series Bundle. Click the course title to view the individual event page, or click here to register for the bundle and save hundreds.
Farm Tax Update
July 24, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Get your hands dirty with an overview of important agriculture tax developments from the last year!
Employment Law Update
August 7, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Learn what the biggest changes in business law are this year!
Accounting Review
August 28, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
This course will cover accounting changes for the year.
7 Hidden Cybersecurity Ticking Time Bombs
September 11, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Eugene Hastey
Uncover the top security concerns accounting firms face in 2020 post COVID-19, from work-from-home considerations to how to protect your business and your client’s data.
Accounting for Sustainability: Why is it Important?
September 18, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Accounting for sustainability isn’t just a moral choice: it’s quickly becoming a codified legal standard! Find out what you need to know about this emerging field no matter your organization size.
Market Your Practice in 2020
October 2, 2020
11:00am – 12:00 p.m.
Marketing your practice is an all-year activity – particularly during tax season. In fact, potential clients don’t care that you’re busy. The opposite is true: if you can be responsive, attentive and customer focused – in spite of your full plate – then you’ve built the foundation for a new relationship. This session shows how to create your ideal client profile that positively impacts your marketing strategies. So whether it's live events or your digital presence, you can be sure to have plenty of business lined up once tax season ends.
The Pandemic and its Impact on Employment Law
October 9, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Hear an update on employment law in our current circumstances.
Cybersecurity & IT Made Easy
October 16, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Tom Kirkham
The webinar will cover the orchestration of security layers to properly secure your CPA firm and how to properly manage your information technology. Following the presentation, participants will be able to properly secure technology and information with security layers following the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. In addition, participants will be able to recall current threats, risks, and vulnerabilities they are currently facing.
Securing a Comfortable Retirement In the Age of Spending
October 22, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Learn how to plan for retirement by evaluating how much retirement income will be required and planning for how to reach specific retirement goals.
Developments in Construction Law
October 30, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Presented by Michael Schmidt
Learn about what has changed this year in Construction Law.
Common Deficiencies Identified in Peer Reviews
November 6, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Learn about common deficiencies identified by peer reviewers across the country and will serve as a useful road map to avoid the quicksand that ensnared other CPAs.
Fraud Prevention
November 20, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Fraud is constantly evolving! Get an idea of the current fraud trends and how to keep you and your organization secure.
IT Update
December 4, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Brian Tankersley
What should be on your wish list for the coming holiday season? Find out from Brian Tankersley as he walks you through the technology update for the year that you need to know.
How to Survive an Audit
December 11, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
What do you need to know if you’re getting audited? Find out in this session.
SALT Update
December 18, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Mark Hugh
Mark Hugh will walk you through some of the biggest changes in state and local taxes.
International Update
January 15, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Get an update on the biggest issues in international tax today.
Last Minute Busy Season Tips
January 29, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Arthur Werner
You’re about to go into busy season: what do you need to know before you start? Find out in this session.
Emotional Intelligence Primer
February 12, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
What are the elements of emotional intelligence and how can you use this information to be a better leader? Find out in this session.
Organization Tips
February 26, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Get ideas on how to stay organized during your busiest time of year!
Risk Management Best Practices
March 12, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Malpractice risks facing CPAs include many well-known issues and themes, but others are new and evolving. This session offers practical guidance and raises awareness to help CPAs avoid common, recent and often-overlooked dangers.
Governmental Accounting and Auditing Update
March 26, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Get an update on governmental accounting and auditing topics from a speaker at this year’s Governmental Accounting and Auditing Conference.
International Tax Sampler
April 16, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Get an update on some of the big issues in international tax.
Washington State Tax Update
April 23, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Mark Hugh
Get an update on some of the big issues in state and local tax.
Single Audit Update
April 30, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by: Michaela Kay
Get an update on what you need to know about Single Audits!
Community Property
May 5, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Brian Gosline
Get an overview and update on some of the issues you or your clients may face when considering community property between married individuals.
Getting 'Unstuck' from Sticky Situations
May 14, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Learn how to navigate through difficult client situations that could put you and your firm at risk.
Cannabis Accounting Update
May 21, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Get an understanding of what you need to know when dealing with clients in the cannabis industry.
Prix Fixe CPE Series Frequently Asked Questions
How long is online registration open?
Online registration for Prix Fixe CPE Series webinars closes two hours prior to the start of the specific webinar. Please call the WSCPA directly if you need to register after 10 AM on the day of a Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar.
When and how will I receive log in information for the webinar?
The WSCPA Education Department will email you log in instructions the morning of the webinar. This information will be sent to the email the WSCPA has on file for you. If you do not see the email in your inbox, please check your junk folder. If you still cannot find it, please call the WSCPA at 425.644.4800.
Will I be able to log in late?
No. Prix Fixe CPE Series webinars begin promptly at noon. Please log in to the session at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time to ensure that you are able to connect.
How do I receive my CPE for the Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar?
You will be prompted three times to verify your attendance during the presentation. In order to verify your attendance, and earn your CPE, simply click the button on the prompt that will appear. You must respond to this prompt each time it appears in order for us to issue a certificate of attendance.
What if I want to watch the webinar in a group?
If you are attending a Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar as a group, be sure that all members of the group are registered by 10:00 AM on the day of the event. The WSCPA will only award CPE credit to individuals who have paid and registered for the Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar in question.
The member of the group who is signed in to view the webinar must respond to each of the three attendance prompts that will appear during the presentation by clicking on the button on the prompt. Additionally, another form of verification is required to award CPE to those attendees not directly signed in via the webinar viewing platform. For your group, produce a scan of a document with:
- The name and date of the Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar
- Printed names of those who attended with accompanying signatures
For your convenience, the WSCPA has prepared a printable sign-in sheet (PDF, 129 kB). Send a scan of the completed sign-in sheet to cpe@wscpa.org.
I purchased the bundle, but I can't make one of the webinars. Can I substitute it for another webinar in your catalog, transfer my place to a colleague, or receive a partial refund for that webinar?
By purchasing the Prix Fixe CPE Series Bundle, you are registering for each Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar included in that bundle. Due to the unbeatable value of the Prix Fixe CPE Series, we are unable to apply additional discounts to the purchase price, nor can we offer substitutions, transfers, or refunds of any kind. Additionally, unattended webinars do not “roll over” into any subsequent year’s Prix Fixe CPE Series.
What if I decide to purchase the Prix Fixe CPE Series Bundle later in the year? Do I still need to pay the full $298?
No. In order to make sure the bundle remains an unbeatable value year-round, the WSCPA will update the Prix Fixe CPE Series Bundle price and included webinars twice in the fall. Only one version of the Prix Fixe CPE Series Webinar Bundle will be available at a time.
I registered for the Prix Fixe CPE Series Member Exclusive Bundle, but did not renew my membership. Can I still attend the member exclusive webinars?
CPE credit for the member exclusive webinars will only be awarded to individuals who attend the webinar and are members in good standing of the WSCPA at the time of attendance.
Is there anything else I should know?
Your CPE certificate will be available to download from the WSCPA website within five business days of the Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar. We will send you an email to let you know when it is available.
The WSCPA reserves the right to to make speaker and/or topic substitutions at any time of the year without notice to registrants. Should such a change occur, the WSCPA will notify registrants and update the information on this page as soon as possible.
Policies specific to the Prix Fixe CPE Series supersede all other WSCPA CPE policies and procedures including, but not limited to, cancellations, refunds, transfers, and substitutions.
For auditing purposes, your attendance may be monitored.
Still looking for the answer to your question? Check out our full CPE policies page.