Using the GAO Yellow Book for the Government Auditor - In-Person
Elevate your expertise in government auditing with the GAO Yellow Book Auditing CPE Training. This comprehensive program is specifically designed for government auditors and compliance professionals aiming to enhance their skills, improve audit quality, and stay updated with the latest GAO Yellow Book standards.
Why Attend This Training?
Master the Yellow Book Standards: Understand the principles, objectives, and structure of the GAO Yellow Book. Learn to apply standards to financial audits, attestation engagements, and performance reviews.
Enhance Your Audit Quality: Gain practical techniques for planning, executing, and reporting audits while adhering to GAGAS (Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards). Stay compliant with the latest updates in ethical principles, independence frameworks, and procedural guidelines.
Earn 24 Yellow Book CPE Credits: Complete your Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements with this NASBA-approved program, tailored to the needs of government auditors.
Hands-On Learning with Real-World Applications: Apply your knowledge through interactive case studies, group discussions, and expert-led presentations designed to address real-world government auditing challenges.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for professionals across the public sector who perform audits in compliance with GAGAS, including:
Government Auditors at the federal, state, and local levels.
Audit Organization Teams looking to deepen their knowledge of the Yellow Book.
Compliance Officers overseeing regulatory adherence.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned auditor, this program delivers actionable insights that empower you to meet evolving auditing demands and elevate audit quality.CPE Training Events
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Details on Event Presentation
The sessions will be as follows:
Monday – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Offered in-person in various cites each month on Monday-Wednesdays in sessions.
NASBA Program Disclosure
Program Level of Understanding: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of auditing and IT security
Advance Preparation: None
Delivery Format: On-site Training (Group-Live); Seminar (Group-Live)
NASBA Field(s) of Study: "Auditing"
CPE Credits: 24, based on 50 minutes of instruction per hour
CPE Event Highlights
Comprehensive Understanding of the GAO Yellow Book
Gain an in-depth knowledge of the Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book), including its principles and requirements applicable to various types of audits.
Practical Application Techniques
Learn practical methods for applying Yellow Book standards in auditing engagements, encompassing planning, execution, and reporting phases.
Stay Updated with Recent Amendments
Stay informed about the latest updates and amendments to the GAO Yellow Book, including changes that may impact government auditing practices.
Understanding CPE Requirements
Understand the continuing professional education (CPE) requirements related to the GAO Yellow Book, ensuring compliance with prescribed standards for auditors and audit organizations.
Interactive Learning Experience
Engage in a dynamic learning environment through lectures, discussions, and practical exercises designed to reinforce the application of Yellow Book standards.
Learning Objectives
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the GAO Yellow Book and its relevance to government auditing.
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Learn about the principles and requirements outlined in the GAO Yellow Book and how they apply to different types of audits.
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Explore practical techniques for applying GAO Yellow Book standards in auditing engagements.
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Understand how to plan, execute, and report on an engagement in accordance with the GAO Yellow Book requirements.
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Stay up-to-date with the latest updates and amendments to the GAO Yellow Book.
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Learn about any recent changes that may impact government auditing practices.
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Understand the continuing professional education (CPE) requirements related to the GAO Yellow Book.CPE Training Events
Key Issues on the Agenda
Day 1 – Foundations of Government Auditing
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Overview of the GAO Yellow Book framework and GAGAS requirements.
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Ethical principles for government auditors.CPE Training Events
Day 2 – Standards for All Engagement Types Under GAGAS
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Application of the independence framework.
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Professional judgment and quality control standards, including peer review requirements.
Day 3 – Practical Applications and Reporting
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Steps for planning and executing Yellow Book-compliant audits.
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Reporting findings and maintaining transparency in government audits.
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Summary of the Subject Matter
This CPE training event provides a practical and comprehensive overview of the U.S. Government Accountability Office’s Government Auditing Standards, commonly referred to as the Yellow Book. These standards establish the foundation for conducting high-quality audits with competence, integrity, objectivity, and independence.
Designed for auditors working in or with government entities, the course breaks down the critical components of the Yellow Book, including:
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The ethical principles that guide government auditors
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The independence framework and its application
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Requirements for professional judgment and competence
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Quality control and peer review standards
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GAGAS standards applicable to financial audits, attestation engagements, and performance audits
Through real-world examples and interactive instruction, attendees will learn how to apply these standards in their daily audit work, ensuring compliance and enhancing audit effectiveness across all levels of government.
Whether you're preparing for your first Yellow Book audit or looking to refresh your understanding, this course delivers both foundational and advanced knowledge in an accessible and engaging format.
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Authoritative Sources
The content of this training is based on the most current and authoritative guidance available for government auditors. Participants are encouraged to consult the following key resources to supplement and extend their learning:
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Government Accountability Office (GAO) – Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book)]
The official source for the complete text of the Government Auditing Standards, including updates, revisions, and guidance documents. -
GAO Reports & Testimonies
Offers examples of how GAO applies Yellow Book standards in real audits across federal programs and initiatives. -
AICPA – Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC)
Provides tools, alerts, and comparison summaries between GAAS and GAGAS standards, helping auditors understand overlaps and distinctions. -
OMB Circular A-133 and the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)
Important for understanding audit requirements for federal grants and how they relate to Yellow Book compliance.
These sources ensure the training reflects the most reliable and up-to-date audit standards used across governmental audit engagements.
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