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What is an Enrolled Agent?

Enrolled agents are licensed by the federal government, have demonstrated special competence in tax matters and professional ethics, and can practice before the IRS anywhere in the United States.

Enrolled agents may present cases at all levels of the IRS and represent clients, with or without their presence, on such matters as examination of a filed return, liability for a delinquent return, payment of a past due tax and submission of a federal tax lien.

Why Become an Enrolled Agent?

  • According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, IRS enrolled agents earn an average salary of $91,507 per year.
  • The job outlook for IRS enrolled agents is expected to continue growing over the next 10 years due to the large number of retirements expected in the federal government and the increased vigilance of the IRS to collect taxes from higher earning individuals and businesses.
  • Enrolled agents are needed in small and large public accounting firms, law firms, corporate accounting departments, state departments of revenue, investment firms, banks and in private practice.

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Certificate Requirements

  • All Enrolled Agents candidates must obtain a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN).  For more information, visit the IRS website.
  • In order to become a certified Enrolled Agent through the IRS, you will need to complete all three parts of the IRS exam, which is not part of the class or the course fee. Visit the Prometric testing center site for more information.
  • EAs require 72 hours of continuing education every two years.
  • Visit www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/enrolled-agents for more information.

Course Requirements

  • This course requires 20-30 hours of outside study per week to prepare for the SEE. 
  • At least three seasons of tax preparation experience, can be substituted with 5-10 years of practical tax experience, and a basic understanding of tax accounting and accrual accounting is recommended before taking this class.
  • Exam fees (approx. $220 per exam) are not included in the course fee. Registration is completed through a Prometric testing center.
  • We strongly suggest registering for part one of the SEE before enrolling in this course to obtain a PTIN through the IRS
  • Participants should take all three parts of the SEE during a three- to four-month period while the course is in session. Off days are provided throughout to accommodate these needs.
  • Interested in taking our exam prep course?  Complete our interest form now by answering a few simple questions. This will help us ensure you will be successful in our course.

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Don’t worry about your first CPE reporting requirement after you pass! Our vendor's Premium System now comes with up to 72 CPE hours (72 for three-part set, 16 for individual part) so you can get started on your first three-year reporting period.

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*The course will only be offered in August due to tax season

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