Income Tax Preparer, Certificate
Our Income Tax Preparer Certificate program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to prepare tax returns accurately and efficiently. With this certificate, you can pursue a career as a tax preparer, tax consultant, or tax accounting professional.
What Can You Do with an Income Tax Preparer Certificate?
With an Income Tax Preparer Certificate, you can pursue a variety of careers in tax
preparation.
The demand for tax professionals is on the rise, driven by the increasing complexity
of tax laws and the need for accurate and efficient tax preparation. According to
the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of tax preparers is projected to grow 10%
from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations.
Suggested Curriculum
Students will learn about tax issues for individual income tax, business income tax
and tax representations, practice and procedures. Upon completion of the certificate,
students will have knowledge of the topics covered on the IRS Special Enrollment Exam,
which qualifies an individual to attain Enrolled Agent status with the IRS.
- BUS 127 Business Communications
- BUS 131 Financial Accounting (IAI: BUS 903)
- BUS 141 Income Tax for Individuals
- BUS 236 Income Tax for Businesses
- BUS 237 Income Tax Representation, Practices and Procedures
Each college and university has its own major requirements and transfer policies. Consult the schools you are considering and a PSC advisor to discuss courses and their transferability.
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Income Tax Preparer Certificate (BUS.INTAX.TCE)
This program is designed to be completed in 18 months.
This program will cost $3,472 if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed.
Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with $0 of debt.
Faculty Contact Information
Colleen Ivancic
Associate Professor, Accounting and Business
Email: civancic@prairiestate.edu
Phone: (708) 709-3664
Office: 2182
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