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SUMMARY: Act 653: What Accounting Educators Need to Know About Louisiana's New CPA Pathways
DESCRIPTION: Free Webcast • CPE EligibleLouisiana’s CPA licensure pathway has changed\, and accounting educators and career counselors play a critical role in helping students understand what those changes mean for their future.Effective August 1\, 2026\, Act 653 introduces three pathways to CPA licensure\, giving aspiring CPAs greater flexibility in how they complete their education and gain the experience needed for licensure\, while maintaining the high standards of the profession.Join LCPA for this complimentary\, CPE-eligible webcast designed specifically for university accounting and finance educators and career counselors. Get up to speed on the new pathways\, understand how the changes may affect your students\, and gain practical insight to help each student determine the path that best aligns with their goals and career aspirations.A panel of professionals who were instrumental in shaping and advancing Act 653 will break down the changes\, address frequently asked questions\, and provide context for what educators need to know. Featured panelists include Louisiana State Board of Accountancy Executive Director Lisa Benefield\, LCPA CEO/Executive Director Ron Gitz\, and LCPA Director of Government &amp\; Political Affairs.Following the presentation\, the panel will open the discussion to attendees\, giving you an opportunity to ask questions and get clarity on issues that matter to your students.Whether you advise aspiring CPAs\, teach the next generation of accounting professionals\, or help students navigate their academic and career choices\, this webcast will give you the knowledge and confidence to guide them forward.Learn the changes. Understand the options. Help your students chart their path to CPA licensure.
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