what schooling do i need to be a certified tax preparer
Requirements to become a CTEC registered tax preparer (CRTP): 1  Take a 60-hour qualifying education course from a CTEC approved provider within the past 18 months. 2  Purchase a $5,000 tax preparer bond from an insurance/surety agent. 3  Obtain a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).