CTEC Approved Courses

Elevate your tax expertise with our CTEC-approved training program. Over 130 hours of expert-led instruction cover everything from federal updates to California-specific tax laws. See More

If you're searching for a complete CTEC CE package that goes beyond the minimum, our  2026 CTEC 20-Hour Package delivers a comprehensive mix of federal tax law, California-specific training, and See More

The 2026 CTEC 15-Hour Package is a comprehensive, IRS-approved continuing education solution designed to help tax professionals stay current with evolving tax law while earning CE credit for CTEC. See More

This updated California Tax Education Council (CTEC)-approved 5-hour course provides tax professionals with an in-depth review of California's latest tax law changes, conformity updates, filing See More

Circular 230 violations can result in suspension, disbarment, or monetary penalties. This course examines how IRS ethics rules are enforced by reviewing disciplinary proceedings, court cases, and See More

2026 Federal Tax Law Updates delivers a comprehensive review of federal tax changes affecting the upcoming filing season, with emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and real-world application. The course See More

Participants will gain a broader understanding of how these topics connect to Schedule C and the preparation of federal income tax returns for self-employed clients. See More

The Qualified Business Income deduction can affect taxpayers with income from sole proprietorships, farms, passthrough entities, certain rental activities, REITs, and publicly traded partnerships. See More

Tax preparers work with familiar IRS forms every day, but some client situations require forms that may not be part of your normal filing routine. See More

From equipment and vehicles to rental property and building improvements, depreciation affects a wide range of assets encountered in tax preparation. Understanding when costs can be deducted See More

Federal tax guidance continues to evolve as the IRS implements the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). This timely update, recorded on July 23, 2026,  reviews the newest IRS guidance affecting tax See More

Understanding Form W-4 requires more than simply completing a withholding certificate. Tax professionals must understand the regulations, payroll rules, employer responsibilities, and planning See More

This course covers withholding reviews, estimated tax planning, NIIT considerations, self-employment tax strategies, Roth conversion analysis, charitable giving opportunities, capital gain planning, See More

Business owners frequently ask whether they should operate as a sole proprietor, LLC, S corporation, partnership, or C corporation. While many assume one entity is always better than another, the See More

This course, presented on May 19, 2026,  focuses on helping professionals manage post-tax season responsibilities, including extensions, estimated tax issues, IRS notices, amended returns, See More

Tax law changes don’t just affect federal returns; they often create downstream planning and reporting questions. See More

This practical and strategy-focused course, recorded on March 18, 2026, provides a clear roadmap for navigating estate and trust taxation while helping clients avoid common planning mistakes. See More

Many taxpayers assume their tax situation is fixed once their income reaches the middle-income range. However, thoughtful tax planning can still uncover valuable opportunities to reduce taxable See More

Accuracy in applying 2026 credits and deductions is critical as OBBBA provisions permanently reshape the tax landscape. This detailed compliance-oriented course reviews the technical requirements, See More

Recorded February 24, 2026, this practical tax training explains how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act impacts everyday tax preparation decisions for both 2025 returns and 2026 planning. Through clear See More

This course, recorded on February 4, 2026, provides clear, practical guidance on navigating common tax season challenges affecting individual and small-business returns. Using current 2025 and 2026 See More

Recorded on January 29, 2026, this course delivers updated, practical guidance on information return reporting affecting both 2025 and 2026. Topics include revised dollar thresholds, IRS system See More

This comprehensive update examines how OBBBA reshapes education benefits, dependent-related provisions, charitable giving, disaster losses, and employer-provided benefits. Recorded on January 21, See More

This federal tax law update is built on IRS guidance issued at the end of 2025 and provides essential instructions applicable to both 2025 and 2026 tax years. The course delivers a structured, See More

This IRS-approved course provides a comprehensive understanding of the statutory, regulatory, and ethical standards outlined in Circular 230, a must-know regulation for Tax Preparers and tax Pros. See More

Stay ahead with the latest 2025 Federal Tax Law Updates in this IRS-approved course. Whether you’re navigating new tax brackets, inflation adjustments, or retirement contribution limits, this See More

This on-demand course is CTEC-approved and provides tax professionals with a clear, detailed review of home office deduction requirements under IRC §280A. The material explains the See More

This course provides a practical and detail-rich exploration of tax updates and planning approaches affecting individuals with wages, tips, childcare costs, education expenses, retirement accounts, See More

This CTEC-approved continuing education course provides tax professionals with practical strategies to help middle-income clients reduce tax liability and increase net savings. While many tax courses See More

Get up to speed on the sweeping changes introduced under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) that impact compensation, payroll, and employment benefits. Join Jason Dinesen, EA, for this essential See More