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Introduction:
The WICPA Continuing Professional Education Department provides a curriculum of educational activities relevant to members, their staff, clients, potential clients and other accounting professionals. These programs are designed to meet professional standards of quality and present qualified and interesting discussion leaders, giving members the opportunity to remain current with changes in the profession.
At times, speakers and discussion leaders express their own views or those of the author. Such views and opinions have not been approved or endorsed by the WICPA.
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Registration:
How do I register for a continuing professional education program or seminar?
A secure registration form may be accessed on this website. Forms can also be found in brochures, and Calliope magazine. Photocopies are accepted. Please use one form per person. A check made payable to the WICPA or MasterCard or Visa information should accompany each registration form. How to register:
- By fax: 262-785-0838
- By phone: 262-785-0445 or 800-772-6939
- By mail: A PDF registration form is available. Click here to download the registration form and mail it with payment to: WICPA, 235 N. Executive Drive, Suite 200, Brookfield, WI 53005
- Online: WICPA - CPE
Contacting the office does not guarantee your registration unless secured by MasterCard or Visa. Walk-in registrations may be accepted at the door if space and materials are available. Payment must be made by check or credit card only. If you plan to walk-in, please call ahead to ensure the class is not full or has been cancelled.
Is there any advantage to registering early?
Definitely yes!
- Most seminars are limited in size, and registering early will guarantee you the seminars of your choice.
- The WICPA can avoid having to cancel a course due to insufficient early registrations.
- There is an early bird discount (See "Fees" below).
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Fees:
How does the early bird discount work?
To receive the $40 per person WICPA seminar early bird discount, the following stipulation must be met. Each seminar must be registered for or postmarked and paid for by the early bird discount date. Please see individual programs for that date.
The discount applies to seminars only. The early bird discount applies to full-day seminars (8 CPE hours or more).
To receive the $30 per person WICPA conference early bird discount, you must register and pay at least two weeks prior to the conference.
Payment (less discount) or correct credit card information must accompany registrations.
Do I receive other benefits on registration fees as a WICPA member?
Yes. WICPA members pay only the member fee. Non-members pay an additional $50 seminar fee, which is included in the non-member price.
What do I get for my registration fee?
Each seminar fee includes:
- All course materials
- Lunch and break refreshments
- Quality CPE
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Cancellations:
What happens if I have to cancel for some reason?
In order to receive a full refund, the WICPA CPE Department must receive notification of cancellation at least two weeks prior to the program presentation date. Cancellations received fewer than 14 days before the presentation date will be subject to a cancellation fee of 50 percent of the full registration fee (rounded up to the next dollar amount), not to exceed $100 per person, per program. No refunds will be granted for cancellations on the day of or subsequent to the day of the program presentation. No refund will be issued if you have downloaded any electronic materials that have been provided for the program from which you are canceling.
What happens if the WICPA cancels a program?
If a program is canceled fewer than two weeks before the presentation date, you will be notified directly by phone and receive a follow-up notification by e-mail. Full refunds will be granted. If course materials were sent in advance, you must return them to the WICPA in order to receive a refund. Your early registration can help us to avoid canceling a program.
NOTE: WICPA is not responsible for any personal expenses incurred if a course is cancelled.
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Substitutions:
Your registration can always be substituted within your firm, faculty, corporation, etc., to someone else who wishes to attend the same course. If you intend to send a substitute, please notify the WICPA office or the onsite staff person the day of the seminar so CPE credit can be recorded correctly.
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Transfers:
Would it be possible for me to transfer instead of cancel?
Yes. Transfers can be arranged from one program to another. Such transfers are not automatic. They should be requested with the CPE Department. If the program has an electronic manual, transfers can be arranged only if you have not downloaded the materials that have been provided to you.
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Program/materials:
What is the presentation method for seminars?
Educational methods for programs vary and may include role-playing, problem-solving and workshop sessions. The most frequently used method is the case study: a problem-solving interaction among participants and discussion leader in a specific subject-related situation. Rarely is the program an authoritative lecture format.
Program materials will be mailed out automatically, if you do not show for a class and do not receive a refund.
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Agenda:
What time do the seminars start?
Registration for all full-day seminars will be 8 – 8:30 a.m. at the program facility. All programs will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 4 p.m. A group lunch will be Noon – 12:30 p.m. Coffee, tea and soft drinks will be provided during registration, morning and afternoon breaks. Any variation in program times will be listed in the program description and on the registration confirmation. Because conference agendas may vary, please refer to individual conference brochures for exact agendas.
What else should I know before arriving that day?
Several hotel rooms will be available to WICPA members at a discounted rate until 30 days before the seminar date. You must identify yourself as a WICPA member in order to receive the discounted rate. Guest room reservations made within 30 days of the program date are subject to availability.
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Certification of attendance:
Individual certificates will be e-mailed or mailed at the end of each program.
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