Free Sample Tax Course
Online Self-Paced
Tuition, Books & Fees
Free
Release Date(s)
Released
Lecture Length
1 hour(s)
Credit Hour(s)
| Check by State | : | NASBA CPE |
| N/A | : | IRS |
| N/A | : | Oregon Tax Board |
| N/A | : | Oregon State Board of Accountancy |
| N/A | : | CTEC |
| N/A | : | Texas State Board of Public Accountancy |
| N/A | : | New York State Board of Public Accountancy |
| N/A | : | QAS |
Field of Study
Taxation
Program Level
Basic
Prerequisites
None
Delivery Method
Self Study
Educational Venue
Self-Paced Online Course
Enrollment Agreement Form
CPE Online Self-Paced
Course Content
A free tax course to introduce you to our Learning Management System (LMS) and course content. This tax course contains information about education credits. It includes a sample of the following: lecture video, classwork, homework and a quiz.
This course covers:
- Descriptions of education credits; refundable and non refundable
- Rules governing who and what expenses qualify for education credits
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course students should be able to:
- Know the difference between refundable and non refundable education credits
- Know how to use our LMS
- Know the quality of our education programs
Format Delivery
See how our education programs work by taking our free sample tax course!
To take our free sample taxcourse, Watch the “How to Use the LMS” lecture video, then follow the easy step-by-step instructions on this page, then click on the Free Sample Course button at the bottom of Step 6 on this page. enrolling in your free course is easy. Simply follow the instructions shown below.
Step 1 - Navigate to the Learning Management System (LMS)
Click on the Free Sample Course button at the bottom of this page.
Step 2 - Select "Create a Free Account " or "Login as a Guest"
In order to get the most out of this free course you should make a free account. This way you can take quizzes and tests and receive a certificate of completion.
Alternatively you may click "Login as Guest".
Step 3 - Fill in your details to create an account
Here you will be asked to create a username and password, as well as filling in your contact information. After you click "Create My New Account", the LMS will send a confirmation to the email address you provided.
Step 4 - Check your email for your LMS account confirmation
Go to your email to look for your LMS confirmation. The email should appear within a few minutes. (If no email is received, check your spam folder.)
The email sent to you by the LMS contains information on how to activate your account. The email also contains a link, which will return you to the LMS. Click on the link in the email to begin taking the FREE Sample Tax Course.
Step 5 - Begin Taking the FREE Sample Course
Now that your registration and enrollment is complete, begin taking the Free Sample Course.
- Go to Course Manuals to print your Student Manual and Quiz.
- Go to Lecture Videos to watch the Lecture Video Recording.
- Go to Tests to take online tests.
- Go to Q&A Forum to post questions and receive answers from your instructor in our Q&A Forum.
Step 6 - Download Free Java & Video Drivers (If you need them)
Most modern computers already have the appropriate Java and video drivers installed to run applications for our FREE Sample Tax Course, however you may find your computer needs some updating before it can login to the LMS or play our lecture videos.
Also please be advised that the LMS officially supports only Internet Explorer 7, Internet Explorer 8 and Firefox browser applications. Although students have reported they can take our courses using Google Chrome and Safari, other students have reported difficulties with these browswers. If you encounter login or video viewing difficulties, we stongly recommend installing Mozilla Firefox onto your computer.
Please read Advance Preparation Required instructions and download the Student LMS User Manual to ensure you have all appropriate drivers. Your are now ready to take our FREE Sample Course!
Advance Preparation Required (for Self-Paced Online Students)
Our online Learning Management System (LMS) is easy and fun to use however first-time users of our online education programs should devote not less than one half hour to reading our Student LMS User Manual prior to beginning a course.
Our LMS education platform requires an up-to-date Adobe Flash® Player and use of a high-speed internet connection. To ensure your learning experience is worthwhile and productive we ask all students to take the time to become familiar with our education platforms before attending class.
Please complete ALL of the following tasks prior to beginning your first course:
- Read the Student LMS User Manual,
- Download and print the Student Manual.
How to Use the Learning Management System
Recommended Minimum Requirements
The following requirements are recommended for using our LMS site. Few students have reported success while operating outside of these requirements, therefore these are provided as a guideline for troubleshooting if you are having difficulties viewing or operating in our LMS site. If you would like to test your system on our LMS site without paying for a course, then try our Free Sample Course.
| Operating System: |
*Your operating system should be fully updated. |
| Browser: |
If you encounter login or video viewing difficulties, we stongly recommend you install Mozilla Firefox. |
| Connection: |
256 Kbps |
| Browser Plug-Ins: | The latest of the following:
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| Peripherals: |
Headphones or Speakers |
Disclosures and School Policies
Terms of Enrollment
Pacific Northwest Tax School's course materials and teaching techniques are valuable proprietary information of Pacific Northwest Tax School, and all such information is subject to copyright, including written, recorded, internet based as well as all other electronic media.Each Student agrees that she/he will use the information only for purposes of education and training; and as a condition of enrollment, that they will not to disseminate the information to any third party and will treat the materials as confidential information of Pacific Northwest Tax School.As a condition of enrollment, Students pledge not use any information in any competitive fashion, including to create or derive competitive materials. Students further agree that any breach of these terms and conditions shall cause the school irreparable harm, entitling Pacific Northwest Tax School to injunctive relief, as well as any other remedy that may be available at law or equity. Students shall have one year from date of enrollment in any course, to complete the course and receive their Certificate of Completion.
Basic Tax Law
Students taking any Basic Tax Law course, agree to comply with all Terms of Enrollment outlined the enrollment agreement form for that course, which can be found on our Enrollment Forms page.
Prerequisites & Advance Preparation
Students intending to write the Oregon State Tax Exam, must be at least 18 years of age, and have High School Diploma or GED. Students using our self-paced internet based program should prepare for classes by downloading and printing course materials. For more information including detailed course descriptions and learning objectives, view the lesson plans of each course, located on Pacific Northwest Tax School's website at: www.pnwtaxschool.com.
Cancellations
Self-study Correspondence and Self-Paced Online programs fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.For more information regarding administration policies including complaints and refunds, please contact our offices at 503-646-5600.
Problem Resolution
Pacific Northwest Tax School gives the highest priority to delivering quality education programs.If you have concerns about our programs please contact the Pacific Northwest Tax School Education Coordinator at: support@pnwtaxschool.com
Disclaimer
Manuals distributed and programs sponsored by Pacific Northwest Tax School are designed to teach application of tax laws. Pacific Northwest Tax School works to provide accurate and timely material to students, however the school does not have any responsibility if human and/or mechanical error exists.Accordingly, no assurance is given by Pacific Northwest Tax School that such information is totally comprehensive or accurate in its coverage of such subject matter. Information published or sponsored by Pacific Northwest Tax School should not be relied upon as a substitute for independent research to original sources of authority such as the Internal Revenue Code, IRS Publications and Internal Revenue Rulings. Pacific Northwest Tax School, its authors, and instructors do not render legal, accounting, or other non-educational professional advice. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the services of a competent professional should be sought.Credit hours are subject to change without notice.
Pacific Northwest Tax School Credentials |
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We are an IRS approved sponsor of continuing education. IRS Sponsor #VRD3D .
Notice to Members of the National Association of Enrolled Agents: NAEA requires its members to obtain 30 hours of CPE each year. NAEA further requires the CPE be in compliance with IRS guidelines. As an IRS approved sponsor of CPE, our programs meet CPE standards set forth by NAEA. |
Oregon Board of Tax PractitionersPacific Northwest Tax School is a licensed vocational school regulated by the Oregon Department of Education. Our CPE programs are approved by the Oregon Board of Tax Practitioners.
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California Tax Education Council
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NASBA
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Texas State Board
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New York State Board
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*The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy requires CPAs obtain CPE from a Board-approved sponsor. Pacific Northwest Tax School has registered with the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy as a CPE sponsor. This registration does not constitute an endorsement by the Board as to the quality of our CPE programs.
The New York State Board for Public Accountancy requires CPAs obtain CPE from a Board-approved sponsor. Pacific Northwest Tax School has registered with the New York State Board for Public Accountancy as a CPE sponsor. Sponsor License #002479