Tag: Credentials

Accounting Certifications & Licenses

Posted on | by Steve M. Windham, LLM, MBA, EA

Several students have inquired as to what different accounting licenses and certifications are available and what they can do for you professionally.  There are several different types of licenses and certifications available to the accounting professional.  Certain credentials, such as the PTIN, are required to do certain types of tax work.  Other credentials, such as the ERO and FINCen BSA E-Filing Account are required to e-file different types of tax returns.  Credentials such as the CTEC, EA, CPA, and a law license are required to legally perform certain types of work.  Yet, other credentials, show that the credential holder has a certain degree of knowledge, such as the CMA.  This list is not exhaustive, but it is a starting point.

Tax Professional Certifications, Credentials, Licenses, and Other (Federal Level):

 

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License

 

State-Level Tax Preparer Licensing Bodies

 

Miscellaneous Accounting and Accounting-Related Certifications

 

Recommended Study Guides

 

The Importance of Credentials in the Business and Accounting World

Posted on | by Steve M. Windham, LLM, MBA, EA

In today’s increasingly complex and interconnected world, education and credentials are becoming more important and relevant for business and accounting professionals.  While many credentials require both verified experience and education, some only require one or the other.  Take some time to explore different credential options that are within your reach.  Remember that while you may have knowledge of a particular subject, credentials often set you apart from the competition.

In addition to business and accounting courses here at the Fairfield-Suisun Adult School, we also offer a tax preparation course for the California Tax Education Council registration.  We are also in the process of offering Microsoft Office certification training.  Please see our catalog for more information on these courses.

Please see the following Accounting Today article on education and credentials:
http://editiondigital.net/publication/?i=390635#{“issue_id”:390635,”page”:0}