CSEA is committed to helping anyone in the tax preparation industry to reach the highest possible levels of education and achievement in their careers.

That's why we have created an extensive EA Exam Preparation program for those wishing to become an Enrolled Agent (EA) - acquiring this prestigious designation can make a big impact on your professional life.

Weekly, Live, Online Classes - every Wednesday evening from 6:30pm-9:30pm Pacific Time, starting on July 24, 2024. 

July 24: Course Orientation
July 31 - August 14:  Representation, Practices and Procedures (Part 3)
August 28 - September 25:  Individual Taxes (Part 1)
October 9 - November 13: Business Taxes (Part 2)

A Powerhouse Partnership - we have partnered with Gleim to create a program that offers the best of both worlds:
o Full access to Gleim’s Premium EA Review system, which provides an online academic platform with interactive study materials, quizzes and practice exams. You can also request printed books through Gleim’s online portal (shipping charges will apply).
o Weekly classes will be taught by Enrolled Agent instructors to enhance the virtual study experience and bring the materials to life in the real world with experienced tax experts.


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How to Prepare for the Special Enrollment Exam
Look no further than CSEA to prepare for, take, and more importantly - pass -the SEE!

We have partnered with Gleim Exam Prep to offer aspiring Enrolled Agents a fast-paced schedule of weekly classes, which are designed to cover all exam areas that Prometric includes on the SEE.


Overview

  • Program level: Basic/Intermediate
  • Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of federal taxation
  • Advance Preparation: None
  • Continuing Education: None


Schedule of Classes

Classes will be held live, online, every Wednesday from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, Pacific. Course orientation is held July 24, the first day of class will be July 31, and the last day of class is November 13.

Instructors

All our classes will be taught by experienced Enrolled Agents who work in the tax profession; they will thoroughly cover the areas that Prometric includes in the actual exam. 

Gleim EA Premium Review System

More EAs have passed with Gleim than any other EA exam prep provider and it’s easy to see why! Gleim’s online system, which is intended to compliment what you learn in our EA Exam Prep classes, has a plethora of exciting bells and whistles, such as:

  • Digital books with the option to order printed books
  • Extensive multiple choice question bank
  • Adaptive course technology
  • Instructor videos
  • Digital flash cards
  • Assistance from Gleim’s Personal Counselor team & content experts
  • Access Until You Pass® guarantee

Be sure to watch this short YouTube video, which provides a guided tour of Gleim’s Premium system.

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Classes & Dates

Date/TimeSession Description
Wednesday, July 31
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 3, Week 1

Units 1-2
Practice Before the IRS
Tax Preparers and Penalties
Wednesday, August 7
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 3, Week 2

Units 3-5
Representation
Examination of Returns and the Appeals Process
The Collection Process
Wednesday, August 14
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 3, Week 3

Units 6-7
Tax Authority
Recordkeeping and Electronic Filing
Wednesday, August 28
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 1, Week 1

Units 1-2
Filing Requirements
Gross Income I
Wednesday, September 4
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 1, Week 2

Units 3-6
Gross Income II
Business Deductions
Above-the-line Deductions and Losses
Itemized Deductions
Wednesday, September 11
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 1, Week 3

Units 7-8
Qualified Business Income Deduction, AMT & Other Taxes
Tax Credits, Other Taxes, and Payments
Wednesday, September 18
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 1, Week 4

Units 9-11
Property Transactions: Basis and Dispositions
Related Parties, Business Property, and Installment Sales
Nonrecognition Property Transactions
Wednesday, September 25
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 1, Week 5

Units 12-14
Individual Retirement Accounts
Gift Tax
Estate Tax
Wednesday, October 9
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 1

Units 1, 2, 4 & 8
Entity Types, Methods, and Periods
Income and Farms
Business Expenses
Credits, Losses , and Additional Taxes
Wednesday, October 16
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 2

Units 9-11
Contributions to a Partnership
Partnership Operations
Disposition of a Partner's Interest
Wednesday, October 23
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 3

Units 12-14
Corporations
Corporate Formation
Corporate Income, Losses, and Deductions
Wednesday, October 30
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 4

Units 15-17
Corporate Distributions
Corporate Liquidations and Redemptions
S Corporations
Wednesday, November 6
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 5

Units 18-19
Decedent, Estate, and Trust Income Tax Returns
Retirement Plans for Small Businesses
Wednesday, November 13
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 6

Unit 20
Exempt Organizations Death and Taxes