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The Tax Preparation certificate is designed for students interested in the field of tax preparation or as an additional credential for accountants. The certificate provides the foundation necessary to prepare individual income taxes, aid in preparation of partnership and corporation returns, and effectively design accounting systems to integrate smoothly with tax schedule preparation. In addition, this certificate p ovides the necessary 80 hours of course work required in order to sit for the State of Oregon Licensed Tax Preparer test.

Program Outcomes

Students completing this certificate should be able to satisfy the following outcomes:

1. Identify, analyze, record, and summarize routine economic events, and present the results of that work, both manually and using a current accounting software package.
2. Prepare commonly used federal and state payroll and tax documents and reports.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of relevant timelines for completion and submission of these documents and reports. 

You may earn a certificate of completion by successfully completing the required 16 credit hours with a grade of “C” or better in all courses.