Career Stats

• Growth & Wages*
• Seasonal Growth
• +/-$30,990
• Job Prospects
• Online Tax Preparers
• Internal Revenue Service
• Banking/Lending
• Independent Contractor

Career Profile

Tax Preparation Careers

You have heard it before: The two things certain in life are death and taxes. And tax preparation careers in the U.S. can bring a certain future for you. From your next-door neighbor to the local shop owner, from large corporations to independent contractors – and yourself – everyone is required to file a tax return at least once a year. For those who are not trained, preparing a tax return can be a confusing task. This is why tax preparation can be such a stable business. People rely on professional tax preparers for their understanding of tax laws and regulations. And they are willing to pay good money to people in tax preparation careers with the specialized knowledge to get it done right.

Did you know?

You don't have to be an accountant or CPA to start a tax preparation career. Taking a tax preparation course that teaches you the rules and regulations governing various local, state and federal taxes may be all you need to gain the knowledge you need to succeed. Tax laws change all the time, so getting a foundation in the basics is essential.*

Tax preparation is part of a huge field. More than 2 Million people hold jobs in bookkeeping, accounting and auditing, which includes tax preparers. A growth rate of 3.5% is expected through 2018. And, besides the option of opening your own tax preparation business, opportunities exist in government and private industry for trained, skilled tax preparers, not only during tax season but throughout the year.

Training for Tax Preparation Careers

PCDI's tax preparation school is designed to provide you with the tools for success in tax preparation careers. Our 12 easy to follow comprehensive courses will equip you with the knowledge necessary to succeed in tax preparation. Since each lesson is offered online, you set your own pace. Study when or wherever is best for you. That means you could be ready to pursue tax preparation careers in as little as 6 months.

We make getting started easy. All your study materials, including textbooks and workbooks, are included in our low tuition. Plus, interest-free monthly payment plans make getting your tax preparation training affordable.

Why Wait?

Start your Tax Preparation career today! Enroll online or call 1-888-909-0558 to speak with an Admissions Advisor.

Interested in Tax Preparation careers? Learn more about our tax preparation course materials and options for financing your education by visiting AshworthCollege.edu. Ashworth College is a division of PCDI, a leader in distance education.

* Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Occupational Employment and Wages, May 2010, 13-2082 Tax Preparers