
Earn Free CPE Credits
Accounting professionals seeking to sharpen their skills and hone insights to become a go-to individual at the firm on key issues can take advantage of CPE courses offered by Paychex. We provide convenient ways to fulfill your continuing professional education requirements.
Live CPE Webinars
Current Strategies and Future Trends for Funding a Good Retirement
Friday, December 8, 2023 | 2:00 pm ET | 1 CPE credit
Around the world, individuals are being asked to take on greater responsibility for their own retirement. In the U.S., for example, a combination of limited Social Security funding and a reduction in the number of defined benefit (DB) employer plans – historically, the primary retirement savings vehicle for many – is causing investors to make decisions they have never had to face about how to save for retirement.
Don’t miss this CPE webinar led by distinguished Dr. Robert Merton, Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences, as he interacts with audience Q&A and examines the four ways investors can improve their retirement.
New Year Update: Top Federal Regulatory Requirements
January 23, 2024 | 2:00 pm- 3:30 pm ET | 1.5 CPE credits
The start of a New Year typically ushers in a series of regulatory, compliance, and legislative changes that may affect small businesses. Join this session that identifies top HR and payroll-related regulations and updates to be aware of in 2024, and better prepares you to both respond to inquiries and proactively engage clients regarding important legislation.
Online Self-Study Courses — Free CPE Credits
Everyone learns in their own way and as their schedule permits. Paychex offers online CPE courses you can take at your convenience from any desktop or mobile device through the Accountant Knowledge Center (AKC). Topics include ethics, corporate tax, tax planning with life insurance, sales and use taxes, S corporation eligibility and election, and much more.

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On-site CPE seminars
Help Your Clients Understand the Benefits of the SECURE Act
This comprehensive seminar reviews the provisions of the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement (SECURE) Act, provides details of the tax credits, and discusses the benefits of a 401(k) plan.
401(k): A Retirement Plan Option for Your Clients
This comprehensive seminar discusses retirement planning and highlights the advantages and disadvantages of such plans for businesses trying to enhance their benefits package.
- 2 CPE Credits
- Course Level: Basic
- Prerequisite: None
- Preparation: None
- Delivery Method: Group-Live
- Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Do Your Clients Need Help with Worker Classification?
This seminar clarifies the difference between employees and independent contractors, providing the factors to help your clients make the determination on worker classification. Share with clients the responsibilities they have with employees and independent contractors.
- 1 CPE Credit
- Course Level: Basic
- Prerequisite: None
- Preparation: None
- Delivery Method: Group-Live
- Field of Study: Personnel/Human Resources
Exempt vs Non Exempt: Identifying Employee Classification
This seminar reviews the importance of properly classifying employees as either exempt or non-exempt. Learn more about the Fair Labor Standards Act that set forth these classifications and understand the various tests used to determine employee status. This seminar will also cover the basic guidelines, rules, and regulations for paying employees in these classifications.
- I CPE credit
- Course Level: Basic
- Prerequisite: None
- Preparation: None
- Delivery Method: Group-Live
- Field of Study: Personnel/Human Resources
Managing Human Resource Issues
This informational session highlights the various human resource issues affecting today’s employers and identifies guidelines for the life cycle of an employee, from hiring to separation.
- 2 CPE credits
- Course Level: Basic
- Prerequisite: None
- Preparation: None
- Delivery Method: Group-Live
- Field of Study: Personnel/Human Resources