Learn U.S. tax preparation from working professionals
A practical, instructor-led programme for students who want to prepare U.S. tax returns with confidence. Finish the course, pass the assessment, and earn your certificate.
What you'll learn
U.S. tax system fundamentals
Filing status, dependents, residency, and how a Form 1040 fits together.
Income and adjustments
W-2 wages, 1099 income, interest, dividends, capital gains, and above-the-line adjustments.
Deductions and credits
Standard vs. itemized deductions, Child Tax Credit, EITC, education credits, and eligibility rules.
Self-employment and Schedule C
Business income and expenses, home office, mileage, and self-employment tax.
State returns and e-filing
Multi-state basics, IRS e-file workflow, rejects, and amended returns.
Ethics, Circular 230, and data security
Preparer responsibilities, due diligence, and protecting client information.
From enrolment to certificate
Enroll
Register for the next batch and get your login details and schedule.
Learn
Attend live sessions with practising preparers and work through real-world case studies.
Practice
Prepare sample returns from start to finish with feedback from an instructor.
Get certified
Pass the final assessment and receive your Pro Tax Guardians certificate.
Earn a certificate you can share with employers
Every student who completes the programme and passes the final assessment receives a certificate with their name, course, training hours, and a unique certificate ID.
This is to certify that
has successfully completed 40 hours of training and passed the final assessment for
Training questions
Who is this training for?+−
Students, graduates, and working professionals who want to start a career in U.S. tax preparation. No prior U.S. tax experience is needed.
Are classes online?+−
Yes. Sessions are held live online with recordings available, and timings suit both U.S. and India time zones.
How do I get my certificate?+−
Complete all modules and pass the final assessment with at least 70%. Your certificate is issued with a unique certificate ID.
Is this an IRS credential?+−
No. This is a Pro Tax Guardians training certificate. It does not replace a PTIN, Enrolled Agent status, or other IRS credentials.