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Program Details

The online Tax Preparer Certificate program provides students with a basic understanding of income tax law and income tax procedures for individuals, corporations, partnerships, as well as payroll tax returns. As part of this online accounting program, students gain hands-on experience by preparing basic individual income tax returns for others. Graduates possess the knowledge and skills needed to:

• ​Complete accounting processes and prepare financial statements according to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) both manually and using computerized accounting software
• ​Analyze and communicate the effects of basic tax rules (including payroll taxes) on individuals, partnerships, and corporations and prepare basic tax returns
• ​Demonstrate proficiency in using computer hardware and software, including spreadsheet, database, and internet browser software to solve business issues and report these solutions

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