TAX COURSE FOR BEGINNERS – 2023 Edition for 2022 Returns
TAX COURSE FOR BEGINNERS – 2023 Edition for 2022 Returns
This Comprehensive Tax Course is a thorough A to Z guide, providing students with the tools and skills they need to prepare individual tax returns. No prior tax or accounting knowledge is necessary, as this course will teach students how to prepare a tax return from start to finish. This course is continuously updated with the latest IRS guidance and legislative changes to keep you informed of the latest tax laws. Some of the major topics covered in this course include: Filing Requirements – Who must file a tax return, and which form must be used? Types of Income – How are different types of income taxed? Deductions and Credits – What tax benefits are available to maximize the client’s savings? Responsibilities of Tax Professionals – What duties and responsibilities does a tax preparer owe to his or her clients? Learning Activities with Real world examples, software, and solutions Practical pointers from veteran tax professionals Weekly Quizzes & Tests Certificate of Completion after the course is successfully completed. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be qualified to: Prepare most individual tax returns, including Schedules C, D, and E; Perform a thorough interview with a taxpayer Determine a taxpayer’s filing status and eligibility for exemptions Accurately report income and deductions for a taxpayer Determine a taxpayer’s eligibility for credits and deductions Compute depreciation for assets and eligibility for Section 179 Accurately calculate a taxpayer’s refund or balance due Advise a taxpayer in tax planning strategies