Cassidi Heltcel

Cassidi Heltcel serves as Assistant Professor and Accounting Program Director at Mid-America Christian University's School of Business Leadership, co-owning Ascension CPA to integrate practical industry experience into accounting education.

Her academic credentials include:

• BA in Psychology from OU
• MBA from Mid-America Christian University
• CPA License (2017)

Her research and teaching focus on practical accounting applications, CPA preparation, and ethical business practices grounded in Christian principles. She emphasizes real-world skill development through Ascension CPA partnerships, ensuring curriculum relevance to current industry standards in tax, auditing, and financial reporting.

Professor Heltcel directs the accounting program with an industry-integrated approach, though specific grant details aren't documented. Her dual academic-practitioner role provides students access to live case studies and professional networking opportunities through the public accounting firm.