Elevate your government auditing expertise with our GAO Yellow Book Auditing CPE Training, a comprehensive program designed to equip government auditors with a detailed understanding of the Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book). This 18-hour training course focuses on practical application and mastery of the GAO Yellow Book audit manual, helping you enhance your skills, improve audit quality, and stay compliant with the latest standards. Earn 18 CPE credits while building the knowledge and tools essential for high-quality audits.
 
Why Attend?
 
Earn 18 CPE Credits
Meet your Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements with this NASBA-approved program, awarding 18 CPE credits through interactive sessions tailored to government auditing professionals.
 
Understand the Yellow Book Standards
Gain insights into the principles, requirements, and framework outlined in the GAO Yellow Book. Learn how to apply these standards to financial audits, attestation engagements, and reviews of financial statements with confidence.
 
Enhance Audit Quality
Learn practical techniques for planning, executing, and reporting on audits in compliance with the GAO Yellow Book. Develop the competence, integrity, and objectivity expected of government auditors.
 
Stay Updated with Amendments
Stay ahead of the curve with the latest updates and amendments to the Yellow Book, ensuring your audit processes meet modern requirements and expectations.
 
Hands-On Learning
Engage in real-world case studies, group discussions, and expert-led presentations focused on solutions to the most pressing challenges in government auditing.
 
What You’ll Learn
 
This training is structured to provide all the tools you need to excel in Yellow Book auditing. You’ll gain actionable knowledge on how to conduct audits in alignment with Government Audit Standards while maintaining the highest levels of competence and accountability.
 
Key learning objectives include:
Understanding the Yellow Book Framework: Learn the structure, principles, and objectives of the GAO Yellow Book and its importance in government auditing.
Mastering Financial Audits and Attestation Engagements: Explore best practices for planning and executing these engagements under GAGAS (Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards).
Applying the Independence Framework: Gain insight into assessing threats and implementing safeguards to maintain auditor independence.
Meeting CPE Requirements: Understand the continuing education requirements for auditors and audit organizations under the Yellow Book.
Updates and Amendments: Familiarize yourself with the newest changes to the Yellow Book and their implications for auditing practices.
 
Course Structure
 
This three-day training program combines lectures, discussions, and practical exercises to deliver a well-rounded learning experience that aligns with the needs of government auditors.
 
Session Overview
Day 1 – Foundations of Government Auditing
Key components of the GAO Yellow Book framework
Overview of GAGAS requirements for financial audits, attestation engagements, and reviews of financial statements
Ethical principles for government auditors
Day 2 – Standards for All GAGAS Engagements
Independence framework and application of safeguards
Professional judgment and competence guidelines for auditors
Quality control, monitoring, and peer review requirements
Updates and amendments to the Yellow Book
Day 3 – Practical Application and Reporting
Planning and executing financial audits in compliance with the Yellow Book
Handling attestation engagements and performance reviews
Reporting findings and maintaining transparency
Meeting CPE education and certification requirements
 
Who Should Attend?
 
This course is designed for professionals who perform audits in compliance with Government Auditing Standards, including:
Government Auditors: Federal, state, and local professionals conducting audits under GAGAS.
Audit Organization Teams: Staff seeking to improve knowledge of GAO standards.
Compliance Officers: Professionals overseeing adherence to auditing standards and regulations.
 
No matter your expertise level, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced auditor, this training delivers insights and strategies to enhance your career and elevate audit quality.
 
Why the GAO Yellow Book Matters
 
The GAO Yellow Book, or Government Auditing Standards, serves as a critical guide for ensuring high standards in government audits. With its focus on competence, independence, and accountability, it helps auditors produce accurate, reliable results that stakeholders can trust.
Keeping up with the latest amendments, including updates on ethical principles, risk assessment, and procedural guidelines, is essential in delivering high-quality audits that meet evolving governmental and organizational expectations.
 
Event Details
When: Tuesday–Thursday, every eight weeks
Sessions run from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. CST, with a 30-minute lunch break daily.
Delivery: On-site group-live training, designed for hands-on learning.
Credits: Earn 18 CPE credits (50 minutes of instruction per credit).
Price: $990 per attendee
Private Training: Custom schedules for teams of two or more are available.
 
Invest in Your Professional Growth
 
By completing the GAO Yellow Book Auditing CPE Training, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to excel in the world of government auditing. This program not only enhances your professional qualifications but also equips you to make a meaningful impact in your organization by upholding the highest standards of auditing excellence.
 
Register today to secure your spot in this valuable training program and take the next step in your career as a trusted audit professional!