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IRS ANNUAL FILING SEASON PROGRAM
IRS Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) Course
Do you want to be included in the IRS Directory of Federal Tax Return Preparers?
Do you want to offer your clients representation before selected IRS representatives?
The AFSP aims to recognize the efforts of tax return preparers who wish to demonstrate a higher level of professionalism through a commitment to continuing education.
Tax return preparers who complete the required training:
Are listed in the IRS Directory of Federal Tax Return Preparers with Credentials and Select Qualifications— a significant business advantage!
Qualify to represent their clients before selected IRS representatives.
Receive the IRS Annual Filing Season Program–Record of Completion certificate for display in home or business office.
How do I qualify?
Non-exempt preparers complete the AFTR course (6 credit hours).
The Annual Federal Tax Refresher (AFTR) course is a 6-hour course accompanied by a 3-hour, 100 question, comprehension exam.
The exam has a 3-hour time limit and it must be completed in one sitting. You have 3 opportunities to take and pass the exam with a score of 70% or better.
This course must be completed by midnight, December 31, 2023
Exempt preparers complete their 3-credit-hour course.
Are you an exempt preparer?
All preparers complete the following courses:
Federal Tax Topics CPE (10 credit hours) Includes course, self-practice quiz, and exam Ethics CPE (2 credit hours) Includes study guide and exam.
All AFSP requirements must be completed prior to midnight on December 31st of each year.
Tax Preparation Course
Everything you need to become a tax professional, in one online course!
Our nationally accredited course has taught over 40,000 people how to prepare individual and small-to-medium business tax returns.
Enjoy…
- A cutting-edge user interface
- 20 easy-to-master lesson units
- Clear and accessible modules
- IRS CE (Continuing Education) Certified Course
- IRS AFTR (Annual Federal Tax Refresher) Certified Course
The Indiana Tax Training School’s course system and teaching methods have been honed and perfected continuously for decades, while always incorporating the latest remote learning innovations. Through its clear and accessible online training courses, you’ll learn all about Federal tax return preparation in 22 easy-to-master lesson units.
Study online using any smart device—computer, tablet or even your web-enabled cellphone, via our student learning portal. Each unit takes about eight hours to complete. Students can receive certification in as few as two weeks—or spend as much time as desired, up to one whole year.
In addition, the complete course is also provided to you in hard copy form, for your convenience and ready reference when your internet connection isn’t available.
Learn at your own pace
2 weeks or 12 months—your choice
Each of the 20 units takes about two hours to complete.
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Tax Course Details
What will I get in this course?
Our complete Federal Income Tax Course includes:
HOW TO PREPARE TAX RETURNS
Learn how to prepare tax returns for individuals and businesses:
- Prepare sample tax returns for different taxpayers and businesses
- Become familiar with the multiple tax preparer forms and schedules
- Test your skills with real-life case studies
“Real life” case studies give you the opportunity to test your skills in preparing sample tax returns for different taxpayers and small business enterprises. These are designed to fully familiarize you with the various tax forms and schedules you will use as a tax preparer.
TAX PLANNING
Develop strategic tax planning and consulting skills:
- Learn how to devise tax-saving strategies for individuals & businesses
- Use specially formulated tax planning problems to get hands-on practice
- Become a tax expert who can save clients significant sums in taxes
Specially formulated tax planning problems will give you “hands-on” practice in devising tax-saving strategies for individuals and businesses, so you can develop strategic tax planning and consulting skills.
INSTRUCTION
Enjoy the personal attention of a skilled professional tax instructor:
As soon as you enroll, you’ll be assigned a skilled instructor who will serve as your personal guide throughout the course (and beyond!). Your instructor will provide guidance, coaching, and any required review and remediation you may need to succeed. We pride ourselves in the quality of our personalized student attention.
EXAMINATION and GRADING
Get tested…and get your certificate!
Following each master unit, you’ll take a series of online, interactive examinations to reinforce your learning and monitor your progress. Your test results will be graded automatically, then carefully reviewed and notated by your instructor, who will follow up with detailed, personalized help on any of the topics covered.
business development trAINING
In addition to the tax preparation course, ITS offers its clients free business development training upon request. The training is designed to help new and aspiring tax professionals properly register and market their new businesses. We assist clients in the following:
Federal and State Business Registration
Whether you would like to start your business as a sole proprietor or an LLC, our team will help you in filing all necessary documents.
Social Media Creation/Promotion
The key to successfully marketing your new business is a strong social media presence. Ask about how we can help spread the word about your company across social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, SnapChat, Twitter, and Tik-tok
Marketing Material Development
Want to build new clientele fast? Looking for an inexpensive way to reach more people? How do I convince potential clients that my business is reputable? Effective marketing materials is the answer. From graphics/logo design to flyers, business cards, and banners, we got you covered.
In-Depth Coaching
The biggest wish of any new entrepreneur is to have a more experienced business owner share their experiences. Whether is it just sharing experiences or helping avoid pitfalls, the advice of someone who has been down the road you are going is invaluable. Our business development coaches are experienced tax preparers with their own successful offices. Ask about how a business coach can help you reach more clients and prepare more tax returns this coming season.
FEDERAL INCOME TAX COURSE
What will I get in this course?
Our complete Federal Income Tax Course includes:
HOW TO PREPARE TAX RETURNS
Learn how to prepare tax returns for individuals and businesses:
- Prepare sample tax returns for different taxpayers and businesses
- Become familiar with the multiple tax preparer forms and schedules
- Test your skills with real-life case studies
“Real life” case studies give you the opportunity to test your skills in preparing sample tax returns for different taxpayers and small business enterprises. These are designed to fully familiarize you with the various tax forms and schedules you will use as a tax preparer.
TAX PLANNING
Develop strategic tax planning and consulting skills:
- Learn how to devise tax-saving strategies for individuals & businesses
- Use specially formulated tax planning problems to get hands-on practice
- Become a tax expert who can save clients significant sums in taxes
Specially formulated tax planning problems will give you “hands-on” practice in devising tax-saving strategies for individuals and businesses, so you can develop strategic tax planning and consulting skills.
INSTRUCTION
Enjoy the personal attention of a skilled professional tax instructor:
As soon as you enroll, you’ll be assigned a skilled instructor who will serve as your personal guide throughout the course (and beyond!). Your instructor will provide guidance, coaching, and any required review and remediation you may need to succeed. We pride ourselves in the quality of our personalized student attention.
EXAMINATION and GRADING
Get tested…and get your certificate!
Following each master unit, you’ll take a series of online, interactive examinations to reinforce your learning and monitor your progress. Your test results will be graded automatically, then carefully reviewed and notated by your instructor, who will follow up with detailed, personalized help on any of the topics covered.
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