Professional Tax Academy
Learn Personal Tax. Expand into Business Returns. Earn the PTP Designation. Prepare for What’s Next.
The Professional Tax Academy from Universal Accounting Center gives tax preparers a clear path to build skills, gain confidence, and grow as tax professionals.
View the Learning PathWhat Is the Professional Tax Academy?
The Professional Tax Academy is a practical tax education pathway designed for new preparers, experienced 1040 preparers, EROs, tax office employees, and professionals who want to build or grow a tax practice.
Students can begin with individual tax preparation, expand into profitable business returns, qualify for the Professional Tax Preparer designation, prepare for the IRS Enrolled Agent exam, and learn how to build a successful tax business.
The Learning Path
The Academy is built as a step-by-step journey, so students can choose where to begin based on their experience.
1. Personal Income Tax
Learn to prepare individual tax returns with confidence.
2. Profitable Business Returns
Expand beyond 1040s and learn business tax returns.
3. PTP Designation
Demonstrate mastery and earn the Professional Tax Preparer designation.
4. EA Exam Preparation
Prepare for the IRS Enrolled Agent examination.
5. Universal Practice Builder
Learn how to build and grow a successful tax practice.
Certificates vs. Designation
Certificate of Completion
Students who successfully complete a Professional Tax Academy program receive a Certificate of Completion recognizing their successful completion of the training.
PTP Designation
The Professional Tax Preparer designation is earned by students who complete the required training and earn 90% or higher on the comprehensive final exam.
Each enrollment includes two attempts to achieve the required score.
What Students Receive
✔ Self-paced online education
✔ Practical tax preparation lessons
✔ Practice tax returns
✔ Student coaching and support
✔ Annual tax law updates
✔ Course exams and certificates
✔ Pathway to the PTP designation
✔ Professional development options
Who Should Enroll?
New Tax Preparers
Start with Personal Income Tax and learn how to prepare individual tax returns.
Experienced 1040 Preparers
Move into Profitable Business Returns and expand beyond individual tax preparation.
EROs and Tax Office Staff
Build stronger tax knowledge and gain confidence serving clients.
Future Tax Business Owners
Add Universal Practice Builder to learn how to start and grow a tax practice.
Choose Your Path in the Professional Tax Academy
Whether you are just starting out or ready to advance your tax career, the Professional Tax Academy can help you take the next step.
Choose Your Learning Path