2025 Essentials CPD schedule

2025 Essentials CPD schedule

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Designed, written, and delivered by leading subject matter experts, the Essentials CPD programme will provide you and your team with technical know-how, and meet your individual annual CPD requirement.

Welcome to the Essentials CPD Virtual 2025 Programme
Watch | Learn | Grow

This year's enhanced programme consists of 58 individual courses, devised around technical core topics and updates covering titles across:

• Audit and Assurance
• Financial Reporting
• Charity
• Legal
• Practice
• Tax
• Tech and Data
• Business
• Sustainability
• Industry

Designed, written, and delivered by leading subject matter experts, the Essentials CPD programme will provide you and your team with technical know-how, and meet your individual annual CPD requirement.

All the courses are delivered by live webinar, with dedicated Q&A sessions, providing the opportunity to interact with the speaker and to discuss real-life scenarios. Webinars are also made available to view via on-demand, providing a convenient CPD solution for the busy finance professionals in practice or industry and charity sectors.

The programme is relevant to ICAEW members and to non-members, and is accessible to all finance professionals.

Browse the 'Courses by month' tab to view our 2025 programme.

Please see our available courses, by month in the tables below.

Click on any of the dates or titles within the table to be directed to the booking page.

Alternatively, you can view the full programme in PDF format by clicking here.

Please note the dates on the table below are the live webinar dates. Once the date has passed, they will be made available on demand.

March

Title Topic Date
Employment taxes update Tax On Demand (Live date - 25 March) 

April

Title Topic Date
Finance Act Tax On Demand (Live date - 23 April)

May

Title Topic Date
Why fraud is hard to audit for and how to detect it Audit & Assurance  On Demand (Live date - 1 May)
Becoming an effective Audit RI Audit & Assurance  On Demand (Live date - 6 May)
Solicitors advanced update - deeper dive of critical areas, lessons learnt, compliance and hot topics Industry - Solicitors On Demand (Live date - 8 May)
Charity audit & independent examinations – the essentials Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 14 May)
Directors and related party transactions – key issues for accountants & auditors Audit & Assurance, Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 15 May)
AML responsibilities - An MLRO toolkit Legal On Demand (Live date - 16 May)
Corporation Tax Spring update Tax On Demand (Live date - 20 May)
Personal Tax Spring update (inc income tax and capital taxes) Tax On Demand (Live date - 21 May)

June

Title Topic Date
Small and micro entity accounting Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 2 June)
Materiality and sampling – getting it right Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 3 June)
Spring Tax update Tax On Demand (Live date - 4 June)
Audit and Assurance Spring update Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 9 June)
VAT Spring update and current issues Tax On Demand (Live date -11 June)
ISA315 Risk Assessment and how to plan and perform a test of controls Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 12 June)
Charity accounts and accounting: key things to know Charity  On Demand (Live date - 13 June)
Topical audit problems and solutions from the ICAEW helpline Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 16 June)
Tax update for audit and accounts staff Tax On Demand (Live date - 17 June)
Brush up your tax knowledge - business & corporation tax Tax On Demand (Live date - 18 June)
Group accounting essentials Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 19 June)
Accounting for financial instruments Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 23 June)
Farming advanced update 1 Industry - Farming On Demand (Live date - 24 June)
Delivering high quality audits efficiently Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 25 June)
Accounting / Corporate Reporting Spring update Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 26 June)
Farming advanced update 2 Industry - Farming On Demand (Live date - 27 June)
Farming advanced update 3 Industry - Farming On Demand (Live date - 30 June)
Smaller company accounting queries from ICAEW helplines Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 30 June)

 

September

Title Topic Date
Anti-Money Laundering update Legal On Demand (Live date - 10 September)
Acting for Doctors advanced update 1 Industry - Doctors On Demand (Live date - 22 September)
Acting for Doctors advanced update 2 Industry - Doctors On Demand (Live date - 23 September)
Carbon accounting 101 Sustainability On Demand (Live date - 29 September)
Brush up your tax knowledge - Personal income & capital gains Tax On Demand (Live date - 30 September)

October

Title Topic Date
Understanding Sustainability for financial professionals Sustainability On Demand (Live date - 1 October)
Revised ISA 600 - Auditing groups Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 6 October)
ISQM 1 & 2 – Staying on track Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 7 October)
Best practice & hot topics for Audit RIs Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 8 October)
Artificial Intelligence fundamentals for Accountants Data & Tech On Demand (Live date - 10 October)
Acting for Doctors NHS Pensions update 1 Industry - Doctors On Demand (Live date - 13 October)
Acting for Doctors NHS Pensions update 2 Industry - Doctors On Demand (Live date - 14 October)
Key tax developments for accountants in business Tax On Demand (Live date - 16 October)
Practice assurance Practice On Demand (Live date - 21 October)
Personal Tax Autumn update (inc Income tax and capital taxes) Tax On Demand (Live date - 22 October)
Corporation Tax Autumn update Tax On Demand (Live date - 23 October)
Planning and forecasting in an increasingly uncertain world Business On Demand (Live date - 24 October)

November

Title Topic Date
Periodic review – The Essentials guide to leasing Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 3 November)
Audit and Assurance Autumn update Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 10 November)
Accounting / Corporate Reporting Autumn update Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 11 November)
Periodic review amendments to FRS 102: the impact on small company disclosures Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 12 November)
Auditing accounting estimates Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 17 November)
Pension scheme accounts and audits – the essentials Audit & Assurance, Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 18 November)
Autumn Tax update Tax On Demand (Live date - 18 November)
Periodic review – The Essentials guide to revenue (Part 1) Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 20 November)
Charity accounting, reporting and governance update Charity On Demand (Live date - 24 November)
VAT Autumn update and current issues Tax On Demand (Live date - 25 November)
Estimates, experts & service organisation – Key issues for SME auditors Audit & Assurance On Demand (Live date - 26 November)
Periodic review – The Essentials guide to revenue (Part 2) Corporate Reporting On Demand (Live date - 27 November)

December

Title Topic Date
Budget 2025 Tax On Demand (Live date - 1 December)

 

 

Please see our available courses, by month in the tables below.

Click on any of the dates or titles within the table to be directed to the booking page.

Please note the dates on the table below are the live webinar dates. Once the date has passed, they will be made available on demand.

March

Title Topic Date Description
Solicitors update - deeper dive of critical areas, lessons learnt, compliance and hot topics Industry - Solicitors 20 March A practical guide to the 2019 SRA Accounts Rules, highlighting key responsibilities, high-risk areas, common breaches, and the COFA’s role, with real-world examples and current guidance.
Employment taxes update Tax 25 March Get up to speed on employment tax changes for the end of the 2025 - 26 tax year and the year ahead, including mid-year updates, new announcements, and practical guidance for advising clients.

April

Title Topic Date Description
Finance Act 2026 Tax 22 April A practical overview of the Finance Act 2026, highlighting key provisions relevant to general practice and client advisory work, with content tailored to the Act’s final details.

May

Title Topic Date Description
Corporation Tax Spring update Tax 6 May Stay informed on recent corporation tax changes and their practical impact on SMEs, directors, and shareholders. The session also highlights client advisory points and looks ahead to potential developments over the next 12 months.
Personal Tax Spring update (inc income tax and capital taxes) Tax 13 May A practical overview of recent and upcoming tax changes affecting private clients, with guidance on where tailored advice may be needed and the implications for private client tax work.
Why fraud is hard to audit for and how to detect it Audit and assurance 14 May Explore the auditor’s responsibilities under the revised ISA (UK) 240, with practical examples and guidance on detecting and addressing fraud effectively in audits.
Charity audit and independent examinations Audit and assurance 18 May Navigate the practical challenges of charity audits and independent examinations, with guidance on efficiently performing and documenting assignments amid upcoming FRS 102 and SORP changes.
Spring Tax update Tax 20 May Stay current with the latest tax developments, including the November 2025 Budget, spring 2026 announcements, consultations, and proposals. This must-attend session also covers Making Tax Digital for mandated taxpayers and practical guidance across a wide range of tax areas.
Small and micro entity accounting Corporate reporting 21 May A refresher and update for small and micro companies on FRS 102 1A and FRS 105, covering upcoming changes that may affect privacy exemptions and other key reporting considerations.

June

Title Topic Date Description
UK GAAP changes: lease accounting Corporate reporting 1 June An update on FRS 102 lease accounting changes effective from 1 January 2026, covering lease identification, measurement, exemptions, initial application examples, group considerations, and disclosure requirements.
Group audits - pitfalls and tips Audit and assurance 2 June Explore the revised group audit standard effective from December 2023, focusing on a top-down, risk-based approach and improved communication with component auditors. This practical session uses case studies and ICAEW guidance to tackle common group audit challenges.
Auditing accounting estimates Audit and assurance 3 June Focus on improving audit quality in accounting estimates with practical guidance and real-world examples, alongside a refresher on ISA 540 requirements.
Tax update for audit and accounts staff Tax 4 June Stay informed on key tax issues affecting clients, with practical insights tailored for professionals in accounts and audit, even if you don’t handle tax compliance directly.
Sustainability reporting for SMEs: getting started Corporate reporting 5 June New for 2026: A practical introduction to the evolving UK sustainability reporting landscape, helping SMEs understand regulatory expectations, meet stakeholder demands, and implement proportionate reporting processes.
Companies House and company law update Corporate reporting 8 June New for 2026: A practical session on the impact of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 and Companies Act amendments, covering filing, disclosure, and company administration responsibilities with clear guidance for preparers and auditors.
Charity accounting, reporting and governance Spring update Charity 9 June Stay ahead of key developments in charity accounting, reporting, and governance, including the adoption of the 2026 SORP, new regulator guidance, and the latest Charity Governance Code, helping charities navigate this period of significant change.
VAT Spring update and current issues Tax 10 June Stay up to date with VAT developments from the past 12 to 18 months, including statutory changes, HMRC guidance, Revenue and Customs Briefs, and key Tribunal rulings, with practical commentary for professionals.
Group accounting Corporate reporting 11 June A practical refresher on preparing consolidated financial statements under UK GAAP, covering key mechanics, common group scenarios, and audit considerations.
Audit and assurance Spring update Audit and assurance 15 June Stay ahead of the evolving auditing landscape with a practical look at new ISA requirements, upcoming changes, and insights from QAD, FRC, and audit firms on achieving high-quality audits.
Becoming an effective Audit RI Audit and assurance 16 June Navigate the move from audit manager to Responsible Individual. This course covers the key skills and practical steps to ensure a smooth, successful transition for aspiring RIs and those who manage them.
Brush up your tax knowledge - personal income tax Tax 17 June New for 2026: Refresh your knowledge of key personal tax areas, including recent developments and the impact of Making Tax Digital for landlords. The session also covers self-assessment returns and upcoming changes to the filing process.
Accounting/Corporate reporting Spring update Corporate reporting 18 June Stay current with the latest UK GAAP developments for 2025/26 year-ends, including Periodic Review amendments, sustainability and narrative reporting, company law updates, filing requirements, and guidance from FRC and ICAEW.
Advanced farm accounting and taxation: core principles and practical issues Industry - Farming 22 June A practical session on key accounting and tax issues for farming businesses, covering farm accounts, income/corporation tax, VAT, Capital Gains, and Inheritance Tax, with case studies highlighting compliance and planning challenges in the agricultural sector.
Topical audit problems and solutions from the ICAEW helpline Audit and assurance 23 June Tackle real-world audit challenges with insights from the ICAEW Technical Helpline, exploring practical, efficient solutions that work in practice.
UK GAAP changes: revenue recognition Corporate reporting 24 June A practical update on UK GAAP revenue recognition changes effective 1 January 2026, covering key application and disclosure requirements, including impacts for micro-entities.
Brush up your tax knowledge - capital gain tax Tax 24 June Get up to speed on the key principles and practical application of Capital Gains Tax, including recent developments, future changes, and detailed guidance on declaring gains from residential property disposals.
Materiality and sampling - getting it right Audit and assurance 25 June Sharpen your audit judgement with a practical look at materiality and sampling. Learn how to set thresholds, document effectively, choose sampling approaches, handle deviations, and assess errors with confidence.
Advanced farm accounting and taxation: environmental change, succession and capital planning Industry - Farming 26 June A practical session covering environmental subsidies, carbon capture, financial reporting, and cash basis issues for farms, with guidance on succession planning, capital tax mitigation, and real-world case studies for farm advisers.
Farm accounting and taxation update Industry - Farming 29 June An annual overview of key developments in agriculture, covering farm profitability, cash flow, diversification, sustainability initiatives, 2025 Budget impacts, and practical insights from recent tax cases for farm advisers.
Auditors testing and understanding of internal controls - pitfalls and tips Audit and assurance 30 June New for 2026: Discover how to effectively incorporate systems and internal controls into audits, from small entities to complex organisations. This practical session covers risk assessment, auditor responsibilities, and tips for obtaining high-quality audit evidence.

September

Title Topic Date Description
Brush up your tax knowledge - business and corporation tax Tax 8 September Get up to speed on the latest in business tax, including income tax, corporation tax, capital allowances, and Making Tax Digital for Income Tax. This practical session also covers the current format of business tax returns, helping you confidently navigate today’s tax landscape.
Anti-Money Laundering update and refresher Legal 9 September Keep your AML knowledge sharp. This webinar covers the latest regulatory changes and revisits key hot topics to ensure you stay compliant and confident.
Sustainability reporting - understanding UK SRS S1 and UK SRS S2 Corporate reporting 10 September New for 2026: A practical guide to UK SRS S1 and S2, this session helps organisations and professionals understand and prepare for sustainability and climate-related reporting, while strengthening technical knowledge for professional development.
Accounting queries from ICAEW helplines Corporate reporting 14 September Gain practical insights into the accounting and reporting issues members are facing today. This session draws on ICAEW Technical Advisory Service experience, highlighting common challenges, emerging queries, and real-world examples to guide practitioners and preparers.
Achieving professional scepticism for auditors Practice 17 September New for 2026: Enhance audit quality by mastering professional scepticism. This session explores auditor independence, conscious and unconscious bias, and practical approaches to applying the Ethical Standard to obtain high-quality audit evidence.
Acting for Doctors update one Industry - Healthcare 22 September The first of two updates for accountants working with NHS doctors, covering GP contract changes, financial entitlements, PCNs, neighbourhood contracts, and key tax and pension implications.
Acting for Doctors update two Industry - Healthcare 23 September The second of two updates for accountants acting for NHS doctors, focusing on partnership agreements, premises and business structures, key tax changes, and the latest NHS pension updates including McCloud and scheme pays issues.
Accounting for judgements and estimates Corporate reporting 24 September A practical update on accounting for judgements and estimates, covering key principles, common challenges, disclosures, and regulator considerations.

October

Title Topic Date Description
Going concern – getting the audit right Audit and assurance 2 October New for 2026: Explore the critical going concern requirements in today’s challenging economic environment, with practical examples and best practice guidance for preparing and auditing financial statements.
Future of finance: are you ready? Business 5 October New for 2026: Discover how automation, AI and digital transformation are reshaping finance. Led by former Microsoft Finance Director Oliver Deacon, this session explores emerging trends, evolving roles, and the skills needed to stay ahead in a rapidly changing profession.
Microsoft Copilot in action Data and technology 7 October New for 2026: Discover how Microsoft Copilot can transform everyday finance and business tasks. This hands-on session covers its latest features across Microsoft 365, shows how to build Copilot agents to automate workflows, and shares practical tips to boost efficiency and stay ahead of rapid AI advances.
Getting it right - sampling and analytical procedures Audit and assurance 8 October New for 2026: Learn practical tips for obtaining high-quality audit evidence, focusing on sampling and analytical procedures, common pitfalls, and how to carry out these key audit tests effectively and efficiently.
Introduction to tax and VAT for charities Charity 9 October New for 2026: An introduction to the key taxes affecting charities and what to consider when planning activities, providing charity finance professionals with the essential UK tax knowledge for not-for-profit organisations.
Practice assurance Practice 12 October Stay up to date with the latest in Practice Assurance. This webinar covers key regulations, client money, data protection, CPD, ethics, AML, common pitfalls, and insights from QAD and ICAEW reviewers.
High quality and efficient SME audits Audit and assurance 15 October Tackle the unique challenges of auditing smaller entities with practical guidance and case studies. Learn how to apply ISAs efficiently while maintaining audit quality, with insights from FRC and ICAEW guidance.
Key tax developments for accountants in business Tax 16 October The latest tax changes affecting businesses, including corporation tax, VAT, employment taxes, case law, and topical HMRC issues, with practical insights to ensure compliance and support tax planning.
UK GAAP changes: amendments beyond leases and revenue Corporate reporting 19 October New for 2026: Explore key changes to FRS 102 and FRS 105 beyond leases and revenue, with practical guidance for small and micro-entity reporting.
Autumn Tax update Tax 21 October This session will cover new announcements, consultations launched on L-day, and current proposals for change.
Acting for Doctors NHS Pensions update Industry - Healthcare 22 October An in-depth pensions update for accountants acting for NHS doctors, covering pensionable earnings, allowance tax issues, scheme pays elections, retirement flexibilities, and key changes under the McCloud remedy.

November

Title Topic Date Description
Auditing revenue Audit and assurance 9 November New for 2026: Revenue is a key figure in financial statements, yet regulators often flag it as one of the most commonly misaudited areas. This webinar will guide you through the essential requirements, common pitfalls, and practical ways to avoid them.
Gathering and documenting audit evidence – practical tips for the audit file Audit and assurance 11 November New for 2026: Master ISA 500 basics and audit evidence. Learn key requirements and practical tips to ensure your audit files are efficient, effective, and fit for purpose.
Charity accounting, reporting and governance Autumn update Charity 12 November Review charity accounting and governance progress in 2026, explore lessons from the new SORP and Governance Code, and prepare for upcoming regulatory changes across the UK.
Directors' and related party transactions – key issues for accountants and auditors Audit and assurance, Corporate reporting 16 November Understand the complexities of directors’ and related party transactions. This session covers key legal requirements, disclosure obligations, and UK GAAP rules to ensure compliance.
Budget 2026 Tax 16 November An update on the 2026 Autumn Budget, highlighting changes across business and personal taxes, employment, savings and pensions, capital taxes, VAT, and administration, with guidance on the potential impact for clients and advisory work.
Corporation Tax Autumn update Tax 18 November Stay informed on recent corporation tax changes and their practical impact on SMEs, directors, and shareholders. The session also highlights client advisory points and looks ahead to potential developments over the next 12 months.
Best practice and hot topics for Audit RIs Audit and assurance 23 November A practical update for audit Responsible Individuals covering guidance on meeting regulatory expectations while balancing commercial pressures, leadership, ethics and recent regulatory and technical developments.
VAT Autumn update and current issues Tax 24 November Stay up to date with VAT developments from the past 12 to 18 months, including statutory changes, HMRC guidance, Revenue and Customs Briefs, and key Tribunal rulings, with practical commentary for professionals.
Personal Tax Autumn update (inc income tax and capital taxes) Tax 25 November A practical overview of recent and upcoming tax changes affecting private clients, with guidance on where tailored advice may be needed and the implications for private client tax work.
Audit and assurance Autumn update Audit and assurance 26 November Stay ahead of the evolving auditing landscape with a practical look at new ISA requirements, upcoming changes, and insights from QAD, FRC, and audit firms on achieving high-quality audits.
Accounting/Corporate reporting Autumn update Corporate reporting 30 November Stay current with the latest UK GAAP developments for 2026/27 year-ends, including Periodic Review amendments, sustainability and narrative reporting, company law updates, filing requirements, and guidance from FRC and ICAEW.

 

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