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Term Effective:
Summer 2025
The requirements for this program of study are effective beginning the semester shown above. If you began working on this program before the effective semester, you may not be affected by the changes. Consult with the program contact person or the department chair to determine your eligibility to complete the program under previous requirements.
Description:
The Adult Ed: Tax Preparation Certificate is a two-course sequence covering basic tax law and tax preparation. The certificate is designed to prepare students to file personal federal and state tax returns for clients and/or volunteer for the free tax preparation program EarnIt! KeepIt! SaveIt! Students will learn how to: navigate the IRS website to find information, prepare and file federal and state tax returns using MyFreeTaxes and TaxSlayer, renew or apply for a new Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), make payments to the IRS and track the status of a refund.
Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of tax law.
- Complete and file state and federal income tax forms electronically.
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