Accounting - Tax Preparation (Skills Certificate E0433)
Business Division
Certificate E0433
This certificate is designed for individuals desiring to enter the tax preparation field with a minimum of 3 course requirements. Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will possess the knowledge and practical experience necessary to prepare individual income taxes effectively. Additionally, students will earn the qualifying education required by the California Tax Education Council to become a California Registered Tax Preparer.
Required Courses
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BUSA 58 | Federal Income Tax Law | 4 |
| BUSA 59 | Volunteer Income Tax Assistance I | 1 |
| BUSA 60 | Volunteer Income Tax Assistance II | 1 |
| Total Units | 6 | |
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| Fall Term | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| BUSA 7 OR BUSA 72 3 | ||
| Units | 0 | |
| Winter Term | ||
| BUSA 59 | Volunteer Income Tax Assistance I | 1 |
| Units | 1 | |
| Spring Term | ||
| BUSA 58 | Federal Income Tax Law | 4 |
| BUSA 60 | Volunteer Income Tax Assistance II | 1 |
| Certificate: Accounting- Tax Preparation, E0433 3 | ||
| Submit petition: inside.mtsac.edu, Student Tab #45 5 | ||
| Units | 5 | |
| Total Units | 6 | |
