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0502.10The curriculum prepares students to become licensed IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) certified tax preparers with actual job experience gained during the program. This certificate and training are relevant to positions as tax professionals. Knowledge of tax software is necessary which will be gained during the program. Potential careers include preparing tax returns, advising on tax-related matters, and providing representation before the IRS. EAs can work with corporations, individuals, trusts, non-profits, or a variety of other entities.
A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.
To obtain an IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) license, applicants need to apply for a PTIN number from the IRS, pass all three parts of the EA examination at a Prometric office within three years, and pass a suitability check, which will include tax compliance to ensure that applicants have filed all necessary tax returns and there are no outstanding tax liabilities; and criminal background.
Program Outcomes
- Construct an Individual Tax Return for the IRS’ Enrolled Agent, Taxation of Individuals, part 1 exam.
- Formulate a Business Tax Return for the IRS’ Enrolled Agent, Taxation of Businesses, part 2 exam.
- Investigate the Ethical issues and responsibilities of an Enrolled Agent for the IRS’ Enrolled Agent, Representation, Procedures and Ethics, part 3 exam.
Requirements for the Major
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 010 | BOOKKEEPING - ACCOUNTING | 4 |
| ACCT 104B | PAYROLL ACCOUNTING | 3 |
| ACCT 104C | INDIVIDUAL TAXATION | 3 |
| ACCT 108A | VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA), TAX PREPARATION | 1 |
| ACCT 112 | BUSINESS TAXATION | 3 |
| ACCT 114 | TAXATION ETHICS AND REPRESENTATION | 3 |
| Total Units | 17 | |
This Certificate of Achievement is not eligible as a major for an Associate Degree.