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This nationally recognized, innovative, online certificate program enables students to:  \n􀁸 Start working after the first course, which helps to internalize the knowledge learned  \n􀁸 Earn money, while completing remaining coursework for the CTC® credential  \nChartered Tax Consultants are able to handle very involved, individual tax situations, as well as tax returns for small business corporations, partnerships and more complex sole proprietorships. The CTC® certificate program covers both basic and complex individual Form 1040 and small business corporation Form 1120 & 1120S and partnership Form 1065 tax returns. These more complicated tax returns can open up more lucrative markets.  \nNo Prerequisites  \nNo prior tax or accounting knowledge is required, and minimal computer skills are needed. Students should have a high school diploma or the equivalent, the ability to comprehend the income tax regulations, and good people skills to interact effectively with taxpayers.  \n2 Easy Steps to earn a Chartered Tax Consultant Credential  \nStep 1  \nSuccessfully complete The Income Tax School courses required in the Chartered Tax  \nConsultant Certificate Program.  \nAn average grade of at least 80% must be attained.  \nStep 2  \nMeet the experience requirement for the certificate program.  \nAfter completing the first tax course, you’ll have the tax knowledge to prepare individual tax returns for almost all U.S. taxpayers and you can start working towards your  \nexperience requirement. Plus, you’ll start earning money! Prior tax preparation  \nexperience will count for experienced tax professionals who test out of the  \nComprehensive Tax Course.  \nTHE INCOME TAX SCHOOL | Chartered Tax Consultant Certificate Program  \nA Flexible, Portable Career in as little as 12 months  \nAs a tax preparer, you can prepare tax returns from anywhere! All you need is tax knowledge, a computer, tax software, and Internet access. You can easily maintain your client base from any location.  \nBecoming a Chartered Tax Consultant (CTC®) can advance your potential as a tax professional and significantly enhance your salary in as little as 12 months! 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