In-depth training on OMB's Uniform Guidance plus Head Start/Early Head Start regulations overview

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In-depth training on OMB's Uniform Guidance plus Head Start/Early Head Start regulations overview

3/21/2023 08:30 AM - 3/23/2023 05:00 PM (CT)

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Having strong internal controls and understanding the rules governing how you can and cannot spend federal dollars are keys to fiscal management and overall compliance in your organization.

Professionals new to your organization, as well as professionals who have been there for decades, will benefit from this two-day review of the administrative and cost principles/allocation sections of the 2 CFR Part 200 – Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (also known as the Uniform Guidance). And if you administer a Head Start/Early Head Start program, you will want to stay for day three where we discuss the latest impacts of the Head Start Act and Program Performance Standards.

Join this training workshop to learn about the Uniform Guidance and Head Start program regulations and, more important, how to implement them in your organization. Review the regulations you need to know to stay in compliance through examples, stories and best practices learned from years of auditing and consulting. Take back up-to-date and relevant information to implement immediately in your agency.

Wipfli’s nonprofit specialists have been presenting the highest-quality training for more than 40 years. Participants declare Wipfli training “empowering,” “outstanding,” “meaningful,” “invaluable” and “relevant.” At this workshop, our professionals will provide you with in-depth training relating to financial management and program administration.

Training seminar outline

Training location

Hyatt Rosemont
6350 N River Rd
Rosemont, IL 60018

Reservation link:  https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/ROSEM/G-WPFL

Room Rate: $129 per night

Rate Expires: February 27, 2023

Daily Schedule

Tuesday, March 21, 2023

7:45–8:30 a.m.  |  Registration and breakfast buffet/morning refreshments
8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.  |  General provisions and administrative requirements
12:00–1:30 p.m.  |  Lunch (on your own)
1:30–5:00 p.m.  |  Administrative requirements (continued)

Wednesday, March 22, 2023

7:45–8:30 a.m.  |  Registration and breakfast buffet/morning refreshments
8:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.  |  Cost principles and cost allocation
12:00–1:30 p.m.  |  Lunch (on your own)
1:30–5:00 p.m.  |  Selected items of cost and audit requirements

Thursday, March 23, 2023

7:45–8:30 a.m.  |  Registration and breakfast buffet/morning refreshments
8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.  |  Head Start/Early Head Start regulations overview
12:00–1:30 p.m.  |  Lunch (on your own)
1:30–5:00 p.m.  |  Head Start/Early Head Start regulations overview (continued)                               

Training Workshop Outline

Day 1: General provisions and administrative requirements

Tuesday, March 21, 2023; 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Advanced Preparation: None
Level:   Basic
Prerequisite: None
Field of Study:   Accounting (Governmental)
CPE*: 7.0 credit(s)

After an introduction and discussion of the laws and regulations, there will be a discussion of the general provisions and administrative requirements. We’ll focus on these key areas:

• Applicability of and implementation dates for the new regulations
• Standards for financial management systems and internal controls
• Property and equipment
• Program income
• Budget revisions
• Procurement
• Requirements for pass-through agencies
• Reporting and record retention requirements

Learning objectives:

1. Review the organization, applicability and implementation timeline of the new Uniform Guidance.
2. Discuss the requirements for financial systems.
3. Discuss the regulations on program income, property and procurement.
4. Explore the requirements for reporting and record retention.

Day 2: OMB cost principles, cost allocation, selected items of cost and audit requirements

Wednesday, March 22, 2023; 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Advanced Preparation: None
Level:   Basic
Prerequisite: None
Field of Study:   Accounting (Governmental)
CPE*: 7.0 credit(s)

The cost principles cover the costs that a grant-funded program can charge to federal grant awards. General principles, allowable costs, unallowable costs and costs that require prior approval will be discussed. We’ll also discuss all changes in regard to cost allocation and selected items of cost. In addition, we’ll discuss changes in audit requirements coming with the implementation of the regulations.

Learning objectives:

1. Explore the basics of allowable costs.
2. Discuss direct and indirect costs.
3. Explore the options for cost allocation in the new Uniform Guidance.
4. Review the changes in audit requirements.

Day 3: Head Start/Early Head Start overview

Thursday, March 23, 2023; 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Advanced Preparation: None
Level:   Basic
Prerequisite: None
Field of Study:   Specialized Knowledge and Applications
CPE*: 7.0 credit(s)

The Head Start Act identifies pages of guidelines that HS/EHS programs need to follow to stay in compliance. When you are implementing the Head Start Act, there are numerous things to consider, including how decisions impact your program. In this overview we will explore the Head Start Act and give you time to learn where to find information and dig into the details once you are back at the office. And since the Head Start Act goes hand-in-hand with the Head Start Program Performance Standards – 45 CFR Parts 1301-1305 (HSPPS), we will explore the highlights of the HSPPS. Our goal is to help you get comfortable with what HS/EHS programs need to follow to stay in compliance. We will pay special attention to the areas of:

• Definitions (they sometimes differ depending on the regulation).
• Administrative requirements (administrative limitations).
• Power and functions (governing body, policy council, policy committees and administrative requirements).
• ERSEA (eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance).
• Records (what to keep, how to keep it, and for how long).
• Qualifications and wages (background checks, trainings, minimum staff requirements).
• Monitoring Protocol (FA1 and FA2).

Learning Objectives:

1. Explore how the Head Start Act and the HSPPS impact each other.
2. Discuss how the Head Start Act and HSPPS impact your program.
3. Share ideas, thoughts and best practices of ongoing leadership with these requirements.

Registration Fee*

Early-bird rate expires: February 27, 2023

• 3-day: $1,425 Early Bird/$1,475 Regular
• 2-day: $950 Early Bird/$1,000 Regular
• 1-day: $475 Early Bird/ $550 Regular

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My Wipfli Membership Service members automatically receive an additional $25 discount per registrant!

Registration fees include:

• Up to 21 CPE credits in accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. CPE credits are granted based on a 50-minute hour.
• Training workbook.
• Reference materials (any PowerPoint presentations and/or additional references) available for download.
• Refreshment breaks.

Transfers and cancellations:

• Participants who are unable to attend may be eligible to transfer or cancel their registration.All transfer or cancellation requests must be received in writing no later than two business days before the start of the event for which you are currently registered.* $25.00 service fee will be applied to all transfer and cancellation requests. Additional fees may apply.
• Participants who registered but did not attend the event, or complete a request to transfer or cancel within the allotted time, are liable for the full registration fee.
• If Wipfli reschedules or cancels the event, you will be notified via email, at which time you will be given the option to transfer to another training or receive a refund.

*For more information including deadlines and fees, view the full policy here. For questions or concerns, please call 888.876.4992 or email gfponline@wipfli.com (subject line” Registration Transfer (or Cancellation).

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Certificate of Participation and CPE credit

Each person attending the training who needs a certificate of participation/continuing professional education (CPE) must submit their key words within 24 hours of the training:

• Complete the survey (located in the menu).
• Enter the key words in the order the words were given during the webinar. We cannot provide the key words after they’ve been given.

Upon receipt, the information will be verified, and if it is accepted, you will receive a certificate of participation via email within 2-3 weeks.

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Instructional Delivery: Group-Live. For more information regarding administrative policies, such as complaint, cancellation and refund policies, please contact our offices at 888.876.4992.