Education Offered by CSTC

All presentations have been designed to meet the requirements of the Return Preparer Office; The California State Board of Accountancy; and the California Tax Education Council including code 31 of Federal Regulations 10.6 (g). This does not constitute an endorsement by these groups.

Basic skills for preparation of individual income tax returns will focus on beginners who want to become tax preparers. Classroom presentation, homework and exams combine to ensure you will be able to handle most commonly encountered tax situations.

60 Hour QE Education

No refunds are available.

Find your Local Chapter for info about their regular monthly meetings and check out the Calendar for courses, meetings and workshops by calendar date.

Upcoming Events

Wed Dec 4, 2024Update for 2024 Returns: Ontario

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Wed Dec 4, 2024Cyber Security/Data Breach - Temecula Valley Chapter In-Person Meeting

Category: In-Person Chapter Meetings

Thu Dec 5, 2024Update for 2024 Returns: Burbank

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Fri Dec 6, 2024Update for 2024 Returns: Ventura

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Sat Dec 7, 20242024 Tax Return Updates and Changes - San Francisco Bay Chapter In-Person Seminar

Category: In-Person Chapter Meetings

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The California Society of Tax Consultants consists of tax professionals that are located throughout California. Click here for the online search.

If you pay to have your tax return prepared in California, your preparer must be properly registered or licensed. There are several sources of information to help you verify your tax preparer is properly registered or licensed:
California Tax Education Council (For California Registered Tax Preparers)
Internal Revenue Service (For PTIN holders and Enrolled Agents)
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