AuditWatch University

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  1. Introduction
  2. Virtual courses
  3. In-person courses
  4. Leadership Academy
  5. Course descriptions

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Training for auditors at all levels

Gain knowledge and skills to advance your audit profession. With an integrated development curriculum that starts with basic staff training and culminates with management-level courses, AuditWatch University offers five progressive levels of training. Public and private seminars are available throughout the year.

Training for auditors at all levels
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AuditWatch University public classes

Check out the public classes schedule for 2026

Virtual (online public classes)

Level 2026 dates
Basic Staff Training

8/3 - 8/6

9/28 - 10/1

11/2 - 11/5

11/30 - 12/3

1/4 - 1/7/27
Experienced Staff Training

6/22 - 6/25

7/27 - 7/30

8/3 - 8/6

9/28 - 10/1

11/30 - 12/3

1/4 - 1/7/27
Beginning In-Charge Training

6/22 - 6/25

7/27 - 7/30

8/10 - 8/13

10/19 - 10/22

12/14 - 12/17
Experienced In-Charge Training

8/10 - 8/13

10/19 - 10/22

11/2 - 11/5
Beyond In-Charge: Next Step

8/17 - 8/20

10/19 - 10/22
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In-person conference style seminars

Leadership Academy

Advance your professional development skills with our leadership courses.

Level 2026 dates Location
Leadership I: Everyday Essentials

7/21 - 7/23

12/8 - 12/10

Phoenix, AZ

Atlanta, GA
Leadership II: Expanding Capabilities 12/8 - 12/10 Atlanta, GA
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Course descriptions

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  • Course description

    This session helps new auditors get off to a great start by introducing them to the auditing field, basic responsibilities, and keys to becoming a successful professional in public accounting. The course includes case studies in common audit areas typically completed by staff accountants and provides an overview of how each area fits into the big picture.

    Course information

    Duration: Three days in person, four days virtual
    Prerequisite: Less than one year of experience
    Level of instruction: Basic
    Delivery method: Group in-person or group online
    CPE credits: 24 credits
    Field of study: Auditing, communications, and marketing

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  • Course description

    This session covers the entire audit process, focusing on risk assessment, internal controls, and further audit procedures like sampling, auditing estimates, and analytical procedures. It also includes discussions on technical accounting, auditing, documentation, and business skills.

    Course description

    Duration: Three days in person, four days virtual
    Prerequisite: One to two years of experience
    Level of instruction: Intermediate
    Delivery method: In-person group or online group
    CPE credits: 24 credits
    Field of study: Accounting, auditing

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  • Course description

    This course prepares auditors for in-field audit responsibilities through discussions and case studies. It covers essential audit steps, risk assessment procedures, and evaluating client controls. It also includes modules on managing engagements, supervising staff, and reviewing files.

    Course information

    Duration: Three days in person, four days virtual
    Prerequisite: Two to three years of experience
    Level of instruction: Intermediate
    Delivery method: In-person group or online group
    CPE credits: 24 credits
    Field of study: Auditing, communications and marketing

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  • Course description

    This course moves experienced auditors beyond the basics, building upon experiences with leading engagements and providing insights and best practices on supervising, motivating, and evaluating team members. It covers more in-depth consideration of advanced topics related to audit planning, designing programs, considering different approaches, and assessing results. Also, gain an in-depth look at higher-level audit tasks, such as evaluating management review controls, identifying and designing tailored responses to fraud risks, auditing revenue transactions, and designing tests of controls.

    Course information

    Duration: Three days in person, four days virtual
    Prerequisite: Three to four years of experience
    Level of instruction: Intermediate
    Delivery method: Group in-person or group online
    CPE credits: 24 credits
    Field of study: Auditing

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  • Course description

    This course prepares experienced auditors to take the next step in their development as engagement and firm leaders. It builds on the concepts introduced in prior levels, challenging auditors to manage and champion the audit process by developing efficient audit plans, working with clients, dealing with complex accounting and audit issues, and wrapping up engagements. The course material also addresses review and compilation engagements, special purpose frameworks, group audits, audit sampling and confirmations, and presentations.

    Course information

    Duration: Three days in person, four days virtual
    Prerequisite: Four to five years experience 
    Level of instruction: Intermediate
    Delivery method: Group in-person or group online
    CPE credits: 24 credits
    Field of study: Auditing, Accounting, Communication & Marketing, Personal Development

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  • Course description

    In this highly interactive course, advancing professionals develop essential, results oriented leadership skills to boost individual and firm success. Topics include foundational leadership principles, DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion), goal setting and prioritization, collaborative negotiation, presentation skills, mindfulness, and business development skills.

    Course information

    Duration: Three days in person, four days virtual
    Prerequisite: Current or future leadership responsibility
    Level of instruction: Advanced
    Delivery method: Group in-person or group online
    CPE credits: 24 credits
    Field of study: Personal Development, Communications & Marketing

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  • Course description

    This engaging course expands the participant’s professional leadership capabilities. Topics include developing executive presence, using emotional intelligence to achieve success, managing the multigenerational workplace, performance and talent management, change management, mindfulness, and building new business.

    Course information

    Duration: Three days in person, four day virtual
    Prerequisite: Leadership 1: Everyday Essentials
    Level of instruction: Advanced
    Delivery method: Group in-person or group online
    CPE credits: 24 credits
    Field of study: Personal Development, Personnel/Human Resources, Communications & Marketing, and Behavioral Ethics

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It’s strong, level-specific training. Our staff can get content geared to where they are — brand new, seniors, or in-charges.

Katie Little CPA
Audit Partner, CRS CPA