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Tax Preparer Certificate

Career-focused Tax Preparation Education

The perfect way to get ahead in the tax field, advancing in accounting roles

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About this Certificate

This comprehensive three-course program prepares students for careers in individual and corporate tax preparation and bookkeeping. Combining Individual Tax Preparation, Corporate Tax Preparation, and Intuit Bookkeeping Certification, the program provides practical training in personal and business taxation, IRS form completion, and financial record keeping.

Ideal for those entering the tax field, advancing in accounting roles, or starting a tax and bookkeeping business.

Program Offering

Program
Offering

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PERSONAL TAX

Personal Income Tax Preparation

Master the fundamentals of individual tax preparation, including IRS form completion, deductions, credits, and filing strategies. This course provides hands-on training with experienced instructors to prepare you for real-world tax scenarios.

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CORPORATE TAX

Corporate Income Tax Preparation

Develop expertise in corporate taxation, including business tax returns, entity structures, and compliance requirements. This course prepares you for advanced roles in tax preparation and accounting for businesses of all sizes.

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BOOKKEEPING

Intuit Bookkeeping Certification

Earn your Intuit Bookkeeping Certification and gain essential skills in financial record keeping, accounting software, and business finance management. This credential enhances your employability in accounting and tax preparation roles.

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Homestead Campus

Personal Income Tax Preparation
Start: 8/25/2026
Corporate Income Tax Preparation
Start: 9/9/2026
Intuit Bookkeeping Certification
Start: 9/21/2026

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West Campus

Personal Income Tax Preparation
Start: 9/2/2026
Corporate Income Tax Preparation
Start: 10/26/2026
Intuit Bookkeeping Certification
Start: 9/1/2026

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Take your skills
to the next level!

This certificate prepares you for entry-level roles in tax preparation, accounting, or starting your own business.

Move beyond theory and get practical experience with real tax scenarios. Our program combines individual and corporate tax preparation with Intuit Bookkeeping Certification, giving you a complete skill set for the tax industry.

Earn an Intuit Bookkeeping Certification alongside your tax preparation training, making you a more competitive candidate for entry-level roles in accounting, tax preparation, or starting your own business.

Learn from experienced tax professionals who bring real-world knowledge to the classroom. Our instructors provide personalized guidance to help you master IRS form completion and financial record keeping.

Complete this three-course program in just 150 hours and be prepared for immediate entry into the tax preparation field. Whether you're advancing in accounting or launching your own tax business, this certificate gets you there fast.

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information?

To obtain more information about the Tax Preparer Certificate program, please contact the School of Continuing Education and Professional Development at Miami Dade College by completing the form below or visiting our offices at any of the campuses.