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Introduction to Not-for-Profit Accounting


Total Credits: 2 including 2 Auditing (Governmental) - Technical

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Categories:
ACPEN Industry Institute |  Yellow Book |  Accounting and Auditing
Faculty:
Melisa F. Galasso
Course Levels:
Basic
Duration:
2 Hours
License:
Product Setting: Expires 30 day(s) after program date.

Dates
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Description

Not-for-profit organizations encounter distinct accounting complexities. This course provides an introduction to the financial statements and specialized accounting principles relevant to nonprofits. Attendees will explore key topics such as net assets, agency transactions, contributions, and endowments, focusing on the unique transactions and account balances that define not-for-profit accounting.

Basic Course Information

Learning Objectives
  • Recall the unique accounting principles and transactions applicable to NFP organizations
  • Identify the basic financial statements of nonprofit organizations
  • Recall the accounting for contributions
  • Identify net asset classifications for nonprofit organizations
  • Identify agency transactions

Major Subjects
  • Not-for-Profit Accounting
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Yellowbook

Course Materials

Faculty

Melisa F. Galasso's Profile

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Founder and CEO

Galasso Learning Solutions LLC


Melisa Galasso is the founder and CEO of Galasso Learning Solutions LLC. A CPA with nearly 20 years of experience in the accounting profession, Melisa designs and facilitates courses in advanced technical acconting and auditing topics, including not-for-profit and governmental accounting. She also supports essential professional development, audit level training, and train the trainer efforts. Melisa is a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and has earned the Association for Talent Development Master Trainer™ designation. Her passion for instructional design and adult learning techniques is one of the differentiators that set her apart from other CPE providers. Within the industry, Melisa serves on the FASB’s Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee (NAC), AICPA Council, and the VSCPA’s Board of Directors. She previously served on the AICPA’s Technical Issues Committee (TIC) and is a past-Chair of the NCACPA’s A&A committee. Melisa also authors the AICPA’s State and Local Government Guide and serves as a SME for the Center for Plain English Accounting.

 


Dates

Thu, Apr 10, 2025 - 06:00pm to 07:48pm CDT
Mon, Apr 28, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:48pm CDT
Mon, May 12, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:48pm CDT
Sat, May 24, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:48pm CDT
Tue, Jun 10, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:48am CDT
Fri, Jun 27, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:48pm CDT
Tue, Jul 08, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:48pm CDT
Tue, Jul 29, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:48pm CDT
Thu, Aug 14, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:48am CDT
Wed, Aug 27, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:48pm CDT
Thu, Sep 11, 2025 - 06:00pm to 07:48pm CDT
Tue, Sep 23, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:48pm CDT
Mon, Oct 13, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:48am CDT
Mon, Oct 27, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:48pm CDT
Wed, Nov 05, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:48pm CST
Tue, Nov 25, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:48pm CST
Mon, Dec 15, 2025 - 09:00am to 10:48am CST
Sat, Dec 20, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:48pm CST
Tue, Dec 30, 2025 - 01:00pm to 02:48pm CST
Tue, Jan 13, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:48pm CST
Tue, Jan 27, 2026 - 06:00pm to 07:48pm CST
Mon, Feb 09, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:48pm CST
Thu, Feb 26, 2026 - 01:00pm to 02:48pm CST
Fri, Mar 06, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:48pm CST
Mon, Mar 23, 2026 - 09:00am to 10:48am CDT
Mon, Apr 13, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:48pm CDT
Thu, Apr 23, 2026 - 01:00pm to 02:48pm CDT

Additional Info

Basic Course Information

Prerequisites None
Advanced Preparation  None
Designed For

Accounting Professionals


Original Recording Date 03/2025
Yellow Book Yes
Course Developer Galasso Learning Solutions
Date Added to Catalog 2/2025

Additional Information

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Official Registry Statement

Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org


Instructional Delivery Method

Group Internet Based


Course Registration Requirements

Online Registration


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