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Annual Federal Tax Refresher (AFTR) Course and Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) Bundles

Whether you are a new or experienced tax preparer, or if you are already taking continuing education (CE) courses, participating in the IRS Annual Filing Season Program doesn’t require a major investment in time or money. Earning the AFSP Record of Completion has many benefits and preparers only need 15 or 18 hours of continuing education in specific categories completed by December 31.

CECTEC

AFSP Bundle for Non-Exempt Preparers

For most unenrolled preparers who are not exempt from the 6-Hour AFTR requirement.

$

98.10

$109.00

Features

AFSP Bundle for Exempt Preparers

For certain preparers (EAs, CPAs, etc.) that do not need the 6-hour AFTR Course.

$

75.60

$84.00

Features

AFSP and CA Bundle for Exempt Preparers

Satisfies the education requirements for California tax return preparers to renew CTEC registration and earn the IRS AFSP record of completion.

$

134.10

$149.00

Features

2026 Annual Federal Tax Refresher (AFTR)

Presale for the 2026 AFTR course will begin soon. Students may begin taking the course in June 2026, pending IRS approval. Additional details will be provided closer to the course release.

$

57.60

$64.00

Features

Note: EAs, CPAs, and few others are exempt from the 6-Hour AFTR course. An exempt preparer needs 15 hours of continuing education to earn a Record of Completion. All other preparers need to complete 18 hours (and pass the 6-Hour AFTR course). See if you qualify

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IRS Approved Courses

Explore a diverse catalog of courses designed to sharpen your expertise. From ethics to estate planning, these engaging courses help you stay compliant, expand your knowledge, and grow your career.

IRS Annual Filing Season Program

Whether you are a new or experienced tax preparer, or if you are already taking continuing education (CE) courses, participating in the IRS Annual Filing Season Program doesn’t require a major investment in time or money. Earning the AFSP Record of Completion has many benefits and preparers only need 15 or 18 hours of continuing education in specific categories completed by December 31.

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Master the essential tax law updates for the upcoming filing season

Set yourself apart from the competition & demonstrate your professionalism

Retain your ability to talk to the IRS during an examination of your clients return

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