Guardian Tax is The Best Place To Learn Taxes!
New tax preparers must complete 60 hours of qualifying education, and existing registered tax preparers must complete 20 hours of continuing education (We offer this CTEC-approved training course). In addition, you must:
- Maintain a Tax Preparer Bond (www.bondsexpress.com or other company)
- Register with the IRS and get a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) (www.irs.gov/ptin)
- Register with California Tax Education Council (CTEC) as a Tax Preparer (www.ctec.org). A New Tax Preparer must have background check completed with CTEC prior to registering as a Tax Preparer (www.ctec.org)
Our class will cover all of the newest tax laws plus the following:
- Form 1040&540
- Filing Status and Dependent Exemptions
- Tax Credits and Tax Deductions
- Taxable vs. Nontaxable Income
- Ethics & Tax Preparer Responsibilities
- Capital Gains and Loss
- Itemized Deductions
- Business Income, Expenses, Structure, and Filing Requirements
- Refunds and Balance Due
- Amendments, Extensions, and more
2021 Class Schedule
60 Hour CTEC Course
This class is for those new to taxes who want to become a CA Registered Tax Preparer.
Option 1: Live Instructor Webinar-Online Program
Live-In Person & Online Instructor Class
Cost: $750 or 3 easy payments of $250
Session 1: Begins: Sept. 9 - Nov. 4
Days: Mondays & Thursdays
Times: 10:00am-12:30pm
This class is closed. We are not accepting any new registrations for this session.
Session 2: Begins Sept. 9 - Nov. 4
Days: Mondays & Thursdays
Times: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
This class is closed. We are not accepting any new registrations for this session.
Session 7: Begins Nov. 9 - Dec. 31
Days: Tuesdays & Fridays
Times: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Live Instructor-Webinar Course utilizes hybrid teaching; Classes are conducted through live-instructor led webinar, and some classes are conducted live In-person at office.
This class includes e-book, (physical book is available for an additional charge).
The Live class comes with one-on-one online meetings if you need additional support from instructor.
Option 2a: 60 Hour Self-Study Online Program
$475 Online Self-Study w/ e-book
Begins: Anytime since its Self-Study not Instructor Led. Receive up to 5 one-on-one 30 min. online meetings if need additional support from instructor or have questions.
20 Hour CTEC Course
Live Instructor Webinar Online Course. This class is for registered Tax Preparer looking to renew their certifications; Will be virtual webinar with live instructor. Includes e-book.
Cost: $399
Option 1: Live Instructor Webinar Online Course
Session 3: Sep 8 - Oct 13 (Approx. 6 weeks)
Days: Wednesdays
Times: 6:00pm-8:30pm
This class is full! We are not accepting any new registrations for this session.
Session 4: Oct 5 - Oct 26 (Approx. 3 1/2 weeks)
Days: Tuesday & Fridays
Times: 10:00am-12:30pm
This class is full! We are not accepting any new registrations for this session.
Option 2b: 20 Hour Self-Study Online Course
$299 Online Self-Study Course w/ e-book
Complete the course from home, or anywhere you have internet and access to a computer or mobile device. Work at your own pace. All Self-Study classes includes up to 5 one-on-one instructor meetings if need additional support.
Business Tax Workshop
Instructor Live Webinar. This class focuses on Corporations, LLCs, and Partnerships Taxes. No CE credit is available. This is an informational workshop that provides information about Business Formation, Filing Requirements, the latest updates, and Intro to Business Tax Return Forms for Small Business Tax Returns.
Cost: $550
Session 5: Oct 20 - Nov 17
Class Scheduled has been changed:
Begins Nov 1 - Ends Dec 8
Days: Wednesdays
Times: 6pm-8:30pm
New Session 6: Nov 29 - Dec 13 (5 Classes)
Days: Mondays & Thursdays
Times: 10am-12:30pm
This class is closed. We are not accepting any new registrations for this session.