CPE Credits on Taxation
Of all the other CPE programs, that for CPE credits on Taxation stands out like singularly tall. This is due to the multiple options and facilities offered in this specialized field. This is also a program approved in writing by the Federal Department of Treasury to conduct CPE training, evaluation and certification of qualified persons on culmination of the CPE training in a variety of topics. It is probably the reason why this training uses a number of methodologies to ensure ethical and standard practices are followed. Some of the most popular programs include, the following, though a comprehensive list will be too long:
• Tax implications of bankruptcy (4 credits)
• Entity selection fundamentals (4 CPE credits)
• Estate planning (6 credits)
• Tax and wealth preservation
(6 credits)
• Tax planning for individuals and sole proprietorship (6 credits)
Most of the institutions offering this course also include the State laws regarding taxation as part of the curricular coverage and some offer multiple choices to candidates to make the coverage national level. Also, CPE credits courses are separately run for Enrolled Agents (EA CPE) and for Tax Preparers. Many institutes have their course curriculum written and reviewed by EAs, CPAs, MBAs and professional editors. Some even offer FREE material in PDF format when purchasing on-line courses. Status of CPE requirements and progress are continuously tracked and advice rendered as necessary. On-line comes with ‘memory’ facility whereby, the central server remembers where you exited last time and loads up at that point enabling you to resume from where you left off.
Accredited training institutes follow a two pronged strategy for training; self-directed learning and instructor-led training. In addition to printed material and on-line course work, many institutes cater for
tax update seminars, theme conferences, webcasts, audio visual sessions, corporate and group solutions and what is more there are even resort conferences at exotic locations!