Tax Preparation Certificate

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In most cases, the courses you need are available on your selected campus. However, there may be times to complete courses online or travel to another FRCC campus. Location availability is indicated at the time of registration.

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Program Description

This Tax Preparation Certificate prepares students with the practical skills needed to perform income tax preparation for individuals, corporations, estates, and trusts.

Students must have previous knowledge and skills in basic computer applications in a Microsoft Windows operating environment. Students without prior computer experience should remedy any computer deficiencies before beginning the certificate course of study.

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First Semester

Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.

ACC 121	Accounting Principles I	4
ACC 131	Income Tax	3
BUS 217	Business Communication and Report Writing	3
ELECTIVE	Accounting:___________	0-2
Total Credit Hours:		10-12

Second Semester