The Tax Preparation Course 2026 - Complete Edition is a comprehensive, classroom-ready training program that takes you from zero knowledge to preparing complex returns, handling international tax situations, and running your own professional tax practice. Perfect for students, instructors, and professionals seeking to expand their expertise.
Written by Tax Professionals, for Tax ProfessionalsCreated by One Tech Group LLC, founded by a former IRS agent with 20+ years of experience in tax preparation, tax law, and taxpayer representation. Having worked both inside the IRS and in private practice, our team understands what the IRS scrutinizes and the skills every preparer must master to serve clients well and protect them from errors, penalties, and audits.
What's Inside - Two Complete VolumesVolume 1 - Fundamentals (Chapters 1-10): The complete beginner's guide. Master Form 1040, income reporting, deductions and credits, the Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, education credits, self-employment (Schedule C), 2025 tax law updates including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and Trump Accounts, and preparer ethics under Circular 230. Finish Volume 1 and you can confidently prepare most individual returns.
Volume 2 - Advanced & Professional Practice (Chapters 11-21): Investment income and capital gains, rental real estate (Schedule E), retirement income and Social Security, business entities and K-1s, the QBI deduction and depreciation, amended returns and extensions, IRS notices and audit representation, state and multi-state returns, tax planning strategies, building and running a tax practice, and international taxes and ITIN - including Forms W-7, 1040-NR, 2555, 1116, 8938, and 8843 for nonresident aliens, foreign earned income, and FATCA reporting.
Reference Section: Practice tests, quick-reference knowledge base, glossary, answer keys for all 21 chapter quizzes, comprehensive index, and an IRS Forms Library featuring 27 official IRS forms.
Fully Updated for Tax Year 2026All figures, rules, and examples reflect 2026 tax year rules (returns filed in 2026), including OBBBA provisions, new standard deductions, the $2,200 Child Tax Credit, raised SALT cap, 100% bonus depreciation, senior bonus deduction, Trump Accounts, and auto-loan interest deductions.
How You LearnPlain Language - clear explanations, no jargon
Real IRS Forms - walk through actual Form 1040, W-2, 1099s, Schedule C, Schedule A, and more
Worked Examples - step-by-step calculations with real numbers
Hands-On Practice - exercises using real tax software of your choice
Chapter Quizzes - 10 questions per chapter with full answer keys
Classroom-Ready - ideal for training programs, tax schools, and franchise training centers
For InstructorsAdditional training materials (presentations and instructor's manual) available. Contact One Tech Group LLC at mail.global@gmail.com or 855-239-0410.
What You Will Be Able To DoAfter completing this course:
Prepare accurate Form 1040 returns for individuals, families, and self-employed taxpayers
Handle complex situations: investments, rental property, retirement income, multi-state filings
Prepare returns for nonresident aliens and U.S. citizens abroad
Apply for ITINs and navigate international tax issues
Identify and claim all eligible deductions and credits
Advise clients on tax planning strategies
Understand IRS notices, respond to audits, and represent clients
Obtain your PTIN, comply with due diligence requirements, and run a professional practice
- 21 Chapters - 27 Official IRS Forms - Full-Color - Tax Year 2026 Rules