{"id":8570,"date":"2022-12-06T12:58:43","date_gmt":"2022-12-06T20:58:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.academy.intuit.com\/?p=8570"},"modified":"2026-04-17T14:01:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T21:01:27","slug":"best-tax-preparer-course-for-job-seekers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/academy.intuit.com\/blog\/life-at-intuit\/intuit-experts\/best-tax-preparer-course-for-job-seekers\/","title":{"rendered":"Best tax preparer course for job seekers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Best tax preparer course for job seekers<\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\n\tTable of Contents\t<\/h2>\n\tWhat is a tax preparation course?<\/a>About our free tax course: Intuit Academy<\/a>Additional education<\/a>Apply for tax associate or tax expert jobs with Intuit<\/a>Join the Talent Community at Intuit<\/a>\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Tax preparers are professionals who help clients file their taxes and ensure they get the maximum refund. Tax preparers are also responsible for preparing and submitting any required forms to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on behalf of their clients. They work in a variety of settings, including accounting firms, banks, insurance companies, and other businesses that deal with taxes regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gaining a certificate from an accredited school or program can boost your profile when applying for tax return preparer jobs. Both online and traditional schools offer tax preparation programs; however, online classes, such as those that Intuit offers, tend to be more accessible than traditional schools. This article is going to focus on low cost tax prep courses, from free income tax courses, to certification courses, to continuing education. These training and certificate programs will open doors of opportunities for you to land a job with Intuit, one of the largest employers of tax and accounting professionals in the U.S. So let\u2019s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a tax preparation course?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tax preparation classes are designed to help you learn how to prepare tax returns as a professional. This important skill can benefit your career and can also be a rewarding part-time activity. Most platforms offer these courses online or in person, allowing you to learn in the environment that suits you best. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you prefer hands-on training and instructor interaction, attending an in-person class is the best option. But if you feel more comfortable learning at home at your own pace, or if personal circumstances prevent you from attending classes regularly, then an online course might be the right choice for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About our free tax course: Intuit Academy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Intuit Academy<\/a> is for those seeking opportunities to better prepare them for jobs that focus on entrepreneurship, knowledge, and experimentation to progress and build a business. Whether you are starting out or want to switch careers, Intuit Academy programs can help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our transformative learning experiences focus on preparing you to earn a certification that makes you stand out from the crowd. The Intuit Academy offers two courses:\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Tax Level 1 <\/strong>(30 hours long) focuses on tax fundamentals. It\u2019ll teach you how to prepare income tax returns and maximize credits and deductions.\u202f <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Tax Level 2 <\/strong>(20 hours long) covers more complex tax topics. You\u2019ll learn how to file more intricate federal tax returns for people who are self-employed, own property, and have pensions. This course will help you prepare for Tax Associate or Senior Tax Associate roles. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    What happens after you attend the course?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    After each tax preparer course, you\u2019re required to take a 1.5 to 2-hour Intuit Academy Tax examination. After successfully passing both tax level exams, you\u2019ll earn the digital badges: <\/p>\n\n\n\n