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Becker Launches a New AI Certificate for Accountants

On September 29, 2026, Becker, a renowned leader in accounting exam preparation and continuous professional education, unveiled an innovative educational opportunity: the Foundations of AI for Accountants Certificate. This new certificate program is tailored for accounting and finance professionals eager to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in their daily work, providing them with practical, hands-on experience using tools like Microsoft Excel and Copilot.

In an age where AI is becoming increasingly integral to business processes, professionals in accounting and finance face rising expectations to utilize this technology effectively. However, many conventional entry-level courses fail to offer the necessary training that fosters real-world applicable skills. The Foundations of AI for Accountants Certificate addresses this pressing need by focusing on practical demonstrations and active engagement, enabling learners to build on their existing critical thinking capabilities.

The program is structured as a self-paced, on-demand course comprising four key components:
1. AI Foundations for Accountants Today
2. Working Effectively with AI Assistants
3. AI in Excel Built-In Intelligence
4. Accelerating Accounting Work with Copilot and Agents

Students will journey from foundational principles of AI to tangible applications within the familiar framework of Excel and Copilot, with the curriculum designed specifically around accounting practices and synthetic data. Important topics are covered, including prompt formulation, output validation, Excel data handling, and responsible Copilot usage. To culminate the program, participants will complete a capstone project that enables them to integrate the skills acquired from various modules into a cohesive accounting workflow.

Upon finishing the course, participants will receive 5.0 NASBA-approved CPE credits along with a certificate and a digital badge that attests to their AI proficiencies.

Ed Clark, President of Becker, emphasized the urgency for accounting professionals to adapt to evolving technological landscapes: "AI is already part of how accountants and finance professionals work, but for a lot of individual professionals, the training available to them hasn't kept pace. The Foundations of AI for Accountants Certificate gives professionals a practical, hands-on starting point, building real skills in tools like Excel and Copilot, empowering them to apply AI with confidence and discernment."

This certificate signifies the first step into a broader AI education portfolio offered by Becker, crafted to enhance professional growth in accounting and finance. The Foundations of AI for Accountants Certificate is now available, catering to individuals eager to establish core AI competencies. Current Becker CPE subscribers can also access the certificate as a standalone add-on. Interested individuals can learn more by visiting becker.com.

About Becker

Becker is a leading provider of exam review resources and professional education in accounting, including CPA, CMA, EA, and CIA programs. By offering high-quality content, expert-led instruction, and flexible learning frameworks enriched by innovative AI tools such as Newt™, Becker ensures personalized learning experiences aimed at helping professionals excel in their careers. The company is part of the Colibri Group, an organization dedicated to enhancing professional education for more than three million individuals annually in diverse fields including finance, accounting, real estate, and healthcare. For more information about Becker and its offerings, visit becker.com or colibrigroup.com.