FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

CTEC 60 HR Qualifying Education FAQ’s (California Tax Preparers)

Q. When do I have to complete the 60 HRS of Qualifying Education (QE)?
A. If you would like to become a Registered California Tax Preparer you must pass a 60 HR Qualifying Education Course from an approved education provider. Also, if you fail to complete your annual 20 HR Continuing Education requirement within the stated CTEC deadline, your license will be suspended and you must complete a 60 HR QE Course to prepare taxes again.

Q. What do the 60 HRS of Qualifying Education consist of?
A. CTEC requires that the 60 HRS consist of 45 HRS Federal Tax Law and 15 HRS of California Tax Law.

Q. Do you offer a 60 HR Qualifying Education Course?
A. We have a preferred agreement with a leading education provider, Golden State Tax Training Institute Inc.. They have been teaching tax education in California for over 25 years and offer an excellent self-study 60 HR QE Course. If you contact us we can arrange a special discount on their materials for you.