In-Depth Training on OMB’s Uniform Guidance Plus Head Start Overview

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In-Depth Training on OMB’s Uniform Guidance Plus Head Start Overview

10/30/2018 07:45 AM - 11/1/2018 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 the 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 when 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 experts 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 experts will provide you with in-depth training relating to financial management and program administration.

Registration Fee

• Early-bird rate:$800/person if registered by October 1, 2018
• Regular rate:  $900/person if registered after October 1, 2018

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.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made after October 1, 2018 will be charged $100 per person cancellation fee. If you cancel, you may send a substitute from your organization. Participants who register but neither attend nor cancel are charged for their full registration fee. Call 888.876.4992 for questions about this policy.

Hotel Information

Crowne Plaza AiRE- MSP Airport | Mall of America
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Room Rate: $119 per night
Rate Expires: October 8, 2018

Daily Schedule

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Thursday, November 1, 2018

Training Workshop Outline

Day 1: General Provisions and Administrative Requirements

Tuesday, October 30, 2018; 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Advanced Preparation: None
Level:   Basic

Prerequisite: None
Field of Study:  Specialized Knowledge

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 1: Evening Q&A (optional)
Take advantage of the opportunity to talk with Wipfli’s experts and get answers to your specific questions in a casual setting.

Day 2:  OMB Cost Principles, Cost Allocation, Selected Items of Cost and Audit Requirements

Wednesday, October 31, 2018; 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Advanced Preparation: None
Level: Basic

Prerequisite: None
Field of Study:  Specialized Knowledge and Applications

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, November 1, 2018; 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Advanced Preparation: None
Level:   Overview

Prerequisite: None
Field of Study:  Specialized Knowledge

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 about these requirements.

Be Prepared: Download your materials two weeks prior to training

All reference materials (any PowerPoint presentations and/or additional references) for this training workshop will be available online two weeks prior to the start of the training workshop. For your convenience, you will have access to the online materials for two weeks following the training workshop.

Please download the materials before the training workshop to your computer/device and bring your computer/device with you to the training workshop. If you prefer to print the materials, please bring them with you because paper copies will not be available on site.

Internet access and power outlets will be available. Please limit Internet access to checking email and accessing training workshop materials. You will receive a workbook on site for hands-on activities. Registered attendees will receive an email when the materials are available online. 

*CPE

National Registry of CPE Sponsors: Wipfli LLP 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: Group-Live.  For more information regarding administrative policies, such as complaint, cancellation and refund policies, please contact our offices at 888.876.4992.