Basic Income Tax Course FAQ

Questions & answers about the Basic Income Tax Course to become a tax professional.

When are my 60 hours reported?
When you call or email us the last 6 digits of your social security number we then report your hours.
Sun, 20 Aug, 2017 at 5:04 PM
What do I do once I'm done with my 60 hour course?
CTEC accepts the hours reporting based on the last six digits of your social security number.  Please email us at support@prontotaxschool.com with the email...
Wed, 13 Jun, 2018 at 11:30 AM
How Do I Get an Electronic Filing Identification Number (EFIN)?
Get an EFIN from the IRS One more thing to note on the rules for being a professional tax preparer: If you are planning to work as a self-employed tax pre...
Wed, 13 Jun, 2018 at 12:36 PM
What makes Pronto Tax School 60 Hour CTEC Course Different?
Two major factors make the Pronto Tax School 60 Hour CTEC Basic Income Tax Course stand out from all the rest: 1. The course author has personally prepa...
Wed, 13 Jun, 2018 at 12:37 PM
How Many Videos Are Included in 60 Hour Course?
You will find numerous instructional videos included in Pronto Tax School Basic Income Tax Course, built directly into our online learning system.   We ...
Wed, 13 Jun, 2018 at 12:40 PM
Is the Basic Income Tax Course Only Valid in California?
Some people get confused and think that because we showcase the CTEC-approved education provider logo, this course is only for those who live in California....
Wed, 13 Jun, 2018 at 12:44 PM
Is there a nationwide licensing program for Tax Preparers?
As you may have heard, way back in 2012, the IRS tried to institute a nationwide exam called, at first, "The Competency Exam," and then it was cal...
Wed, 13 Jun, 2018 at 12:46 PM
What Credentials Do I Need to Become a Profesional Tax Preparer?
One major area of confusion for most aspiring tax professionals concerns the credentials required to become a tax professional. It's not hard at all...
Wed, 13 Jun, 2018 at 12:53 PM
"What Now?" -- How Do I Find My First Tax Business Opportunity?
The Basic Income Tax Course is the first course we ever created at Pronto Tax School and we have put our heart and soul into it. The challenge for our P...
Wed, 13 Jun, 2018 at 1:06 PM
How Much Does It Cost to Become a Professional Tax Preparer?
A lot of people wish it wasn't as cheap as it is so as to cut down on competition. But it is, in fact, incredibly cheap. Let's quickly calcu...
Fri, 23 Aug, 2019 at 10:23 AM