Cybersecurity and Client Data Protection for CPA Firms

3 CPE Credit Hours

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

Identify client data risks and apply access control practices that protect sensitive financial, tax, payroll, and personal information.

Apply cybersecurity risk management procedures for vendors, client portals, file transfers, breach response, and client communication.

QAS Self-Study

Prerequisites: None

Advance preparation: None

Field of Study: Information Technology - Technical

3 CPE credits

Published Date: August 31, 2026

Expiration/Review Date: August 31, 2027

Participants must successfully complete the qualified assessment with a minimum of 70% accuracy within one year of course enrollment to obtain a certificate of completion and earn 3 CPE credits.