BUS 0018

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance - Advanced

Provides students an opportunity to prepare higher-level tax returns including returns with itemized deductions, and self-employment income, review and approve the returns prepared by other students, and to manage a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. The student will also obtain practical experience by providing free tax assistance to community clients who meet qualifying criteria for the service as set by the IRS. This course is intended for the student who will assist individual and family taxpayers with advanced tax concerns. The course meets Internal Revenue Service requirements and is recognized as a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. (not transferable)

Units: 3.0

Hours: 72 (36 lecture, 36 activity)