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How long is a tax preparer course?
approximately 70 hours
The course lasts approximately 70 hours, and some students may qualify for college credit. H&R Block: H&R Block’s tax preparation course teaches people how to file their taxes and helps professionals enter the tax preparation field. The in-depth course covers adjustments, credits, and ethics, among other topics.
How do I become a certified IRS tax preparer?
The basic IRS requirement for all paid tax preparers is to pass the suitability check and get issued a PTIN. However, once you start talking about the work of an enrolled agent, there will be additional requirements such as a state license or an electronic filing identification numbers (EFIN).
How much does it cost to take the Income Tax Course?
The Income Tax Course is offered with no charge for tuition or course fees. Students are required to purchase course materials in all states except for New York and Tennessee, where purchase of some materials are optional. Course materials are offered for a fee of $149 in most states, and $99 in Minnesota.
What is the free IRS tax course?
The Free IRS Tax Course is provided to you for free by Platinum Tax School, a leader in tax return preparer education and will introduce you to information you need to know as a tax preparer. Our free income tax class consists of a total of 20 questions.
Where can I take online tax preparation courses?
Learn from home with online tax preparation courses through the H&R Block academy. Monthly classes begin in August, with some in-person locations available. Learn from experienced H&R Block Tax Professionals.
How can taxtax professionals earn continuing education (CE) credits?
Tax Professionals can earn continuing education (CE) credits by completing the required tax law certifications and serving as an IRS tax law certified volunteer instructor, tax return preparer, and/or quality reviewer in the SPEC Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Programs.