TAX NEWS - DECEMber 2009

EITC Due Diligence Training Module Now Online

EITC preparers must know the law, ask the right questions and get all the facts to meet their due diligence requirements and avoid possible penalties. It's easy to brush up on law changes and your responsibilities with the new online training module and other materials in the updated preparer toolkit. You may even get CPE credit.


EITC Due Diligence Training Module

Tax preparers suggested IRS develop an on-line training module for EITC eligibility and meeting due diligence requirements. The IRS listened and developed a training module for use this filing season. The module contains interactive scenarios walking preparers through examples of applying the due diligence requirements. After completing the module, there is a test.  If you pass the test, you can print out a certificate of completion! Additionally, enrolled agents can earn Continuing Professional Education credit by completing the module and passing the test.


Follow these easy steps to try out the module: 
Access the training here:

- New users should register by filing in all fields in the Register box located in the lower left corner of the page.
- Returning users should enter their email address and password in the login box located at the top left of the page.
- If a returning user has forgotten their login information, they can click on the "I forgot my login information" link directly below the password field in the login box. An email will be sent to the users email account with log-in information.
- Should a user need to reset the course for any reason they will need to login and copy the following link into the address bar:  http://eitcdev.pninteractive.com/training/reset_course