ACCT 132 - Internal Revenue Service Tax Training

    Recent Professors
    Shana Carr
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    45–60 students
    Credits
    1
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course trains students to prepare taxes through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA). The VITA Program gives low-income families in the community the opportunity to receive complementary tax preparation. Emphasis for this course is placed on tax preparer VITA certification and proficiency with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax software system. Topics include an overview of the tax preparation process, Form 1040 and support schedule preparation, income definition, adjustments to income, standard and itemized deductions, credit application, and VITA program requirements. This course is intended for students majoring in accounting or business, and those students interested in tax preparation.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 5:30pm–7:30pm