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We provide online/on-demand training and consulting services to help your organization meet the demands of the changing power and utilities business
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From new employee or Board Member to deep experience in the business, we have a full library of courses that will expand your industry knowledge and skills!
Training Course Categories

FERC Accounting 101

New Employee Training

New Board Member Training

Power and Utilities Accounting and Finance Fundamentals

FERC Construction Accounting

Developing Cost-of-Service and Electric Rates

ASC 980 and GASB 62 Regulatory Accounting

Productivity Tips

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Included with every course!

  • Course materials

    All course presentation materials can be downloaded. This includes all slides, pdfs, and spreadsheets (if part of the class) that you can use in your business.

  • Certificate of Completion

    After completing a course, you'll get a certificate of completion that details the number of continuing education credits for the course. (Course credit that is approved by each state is based on their licensing requirements).

  • The Power of Community

    You'll get access to the Electric Industry Accounting and Business Community to share questions, answers, and comment on the electric business with other community members.

“ Great course! 5 stars! ”

"Great overview of utility accounting!" - Kendra A. - FERC Accounting 101 - Class 1

“ Five stars! ”

Ken B. - FERC Construction Accounting - Step 1

“ 5 stars! ”

"Great course for beginners." - Shuja A. - FERC Accounting 101 - Class 1

“ Good overview ”

"Great high-level overview of the rate design process. Also gave some good items/questions to consider during the rate case process."
- Lydia C. - Utility Rates 101 - The Full Process

“ Great Course! 5 Stars! ”

"Excellent class. It was a great introduction to the electric industry and l learned a few things I didn't know about."- Javier B. - Introduction to the Electric Business!

“ Excellent course! 5 Stars! ”

"I found it very helpful as a new employee needing to learn/understand FERC Accounting. I look forward to the next class." - Erica M. - FERC Accounting 101 - Class 1

“ Good course! 5 stars! ”

"Good course!" - Matthew C. - Optimal Strategies for Capital Credits and Cash Reserves

“ I think that the Title is very representative of both the intent and scope. 4 stars! ”

I thought the text was simple and direct to the talking points. I was able to follow clearly and to jot down specific key words that reinforced the text in the presentation. - Kamal M. - How to Read and Analyze Electric Co-op & Utility Financial Statements | Finance Fundamentals

“ 5 stars! ”

Very interesting and helpful to someone new to the industry! - Jacob A. - - Introduction to the Electric Business!

“ Excellent course - 5 stars! ”

I was given this optional training to watch from my Coach as an Audit intern. These videos were a great learning source to gain a deeper understanding of the industry, as well as learning how the industry can impact my life and work. 10/10, should be a part of all new hire training! - Maria C. - Introduction to the Electric Business!

“ Wonderful way to learn about industry quickly ”

This was an incredible overview! I cannot wait to share this with others. I LOVED how you explained things. You have great speaking and explanation skills. Nicole K. - Introduction to the Electric Business.

“ Great course if you are curious! ”

I came looking for an introduction to utilities course and I'm glad I took this one. Russ was great and explained everything really well. It was great learning from someone who has actually been in the industry and knows about both the finance and utility sectors. I will be taking more courses at UAES :) - Kritant M. - Introduction to the Electric Business!

“ Enjoyable and informational course! ”

This course was put together well and Russ did a great job presenting the information. I have taken some in person course from Russ and he is very knowledgeable about the topic. I look forward to looking into the GASB 89 Regulatory Accounting Course. - Cody C. - FERC | RUS Construction Accounting Standards

A course bundle gives you all the courses in a series for a discounted price
Plan your learning track with the bundle option

Here's the menu of course bundles:

  • Electric Industry Accounting and Finance Starter Series
  • FERC Accounting 101
  • Electric Industry Finance Professional Certification
  • Power and Utilities Accounting and Finance Fundamentals
  • New Employee Training
  • New Co-op and Utility Board Member Training
  • FERC Construction Accounting
  • ASC 980 | GASB 62 Regulatory Accounting
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$27/month

Pay as you go

Get the plan >

- Unlimited access to 30+ courses

- Download course spreadsheets

- Power and Utilities Community page

for questions, answers, and share ideas

- New content added regularly

- Watch on-demand -

Desktop, tablet, or with mobile app

- Cancel Anytime

Russ Hissom, CPA

I am passionate about the electric, water, wastewater, gas, and broadband business! I work with electric co-ops and utilities in helping them improve efficiencies in accounting and reporting, cost of service and rate development, training, and business processes.

My goal is to share what I have learned about industry best practices in serving your organization. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to learn more about the issues you want to address in your organization and how I can help you remedy those challenges.

Works with co-ops and utilities across the US and Canada
Presenter and instructor for American Public Power (APPA), American Waterworks Association (AWWA), Edison Electric Institute (EEI), American Gas Association (AGA), and state industry organizations
Experience includes rate studies, FERC accounting implementation, business process reviews, and expert witness testimony before FERC, state commissions, and in arbitration proceedings

Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits

  • All of our online courses are modeled on the guidelines of the AICPA and NASBA Statement on Standards for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Programs. Courses are not NASBA certified.

  • Final approval of a course for CPE credits is based on the requirements of each states’ regulatory body.

Resources to make your work easier and jump start processes

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Free Resources - Our free resource library offers templates, checklists, and spreadsheets.

Templates, spreadsheets, and checklists for many areas of electric construction accounting and regulatory accounting (ASC 980/GASB 62).
These resources are ready to go and plug into your processes.
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Our extensive article library has insights on power and utilities accounting and finance

Insights include general and technical articles on power and utilities industry accounting, finance, electric rates, business processes, ESG, and implementing business strategy.
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