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CTEC 60 hours Available in Spanish

60-Hour CTEC Qualifying Education

Comprehensive qualifying education for prospective California tax preparers.

Who this course is for

To prepare taxes for compensation in California you must complete a 60-hour Qualifying Education course — the first step to becoming a California Registered Tax Preparer (CRTP).

Hour breakdown

43 Hours Federal Tax Law15 Hours California Tax Law2 Hours Ethics

What's included

  • Everything is included
  • Course materials
  • Exam
  • Grading your course
  • Certificate emailed to you
  • Notification to CTEC

Guarantee is valid for 60 days from the date of purchase or until an exam has been taken. We will refund the purchase price minus shipping and handling costs.

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