Sheriff Consulting

Course Description

In today's accounting profession, artificial intelligence tools are becoming increasingly prevalent, but confusion exists about their true capabilities and limitations. In this ten-minute nano learning course, we'll explore the key differences between Narrow AI (what we currently use) and Strong AI (what exists in science fiction). Through practical examples from accounting and finance, we'll examine how current AI tools actually work in professional practice, helping you make informed decisions about AI adoption while understanding its real capabilities and limitations.

Learning Objectives

After completion of this course, participants will be able to: 

1.    Distinguish between types of artificial intelligence and their current applications in professional practice.

Instructors

Garth Sheriff, CPA, CA, CPA (Illinois), CIA, CGMA, MAcc, is the founder of Sheriff Consulting. Sheriff Consulting provides continuing professional experience (CPE) courses in leadership, communication, and assurance. Garth has worked as an assurance professional and learning provider for over 20 years. Garth has also acted in various stage and film productions. He is a graduate in improvisation from The Second City and a member of ACTRA (the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists).

NASBA Program Information

Course Title: Nano Course: Understanding AI - A Practical Guide for CPAs

Estimated Total CPD: .20 CPE

Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics

Delivery Method: On-Demand

Program Level: Basic

Prerequisites/Advanced Preparation: None

Enrollment Period/Expiration Date: One year from date of purchase

Date of Last Program Review/Update: January 13, 2025

Refund Policy/Complaint Resolution Policy: Our policies can be found in our FAQ

Sheriff Consulting is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.