TAX 101: Income Taxes for Individuals

online available

In this course, students will receive practical experience in preparation of an income tax return, both manually and using tax return computer software. The course is designed for those seeking employment as paraprofessionals in the tax field. Individuals who simply wish to understand their own taxes can benefit as well. Students must be able to work with numbers and computer applications. This is a beginning course in Individual Tax Return preparation covering both Federal and Michigan taxes that affect individuals.

Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; Academic Math Level 3 or MTH 125 or MTH 160, minimum grade "C"; MTH 125 or MTH 160, may enroll concurrently

Class offerings by semester

  Winter Summer Fall

Even Years
(2022, 2024, 2026)

offered online   offered in the daytimeoffered online

Odd Years
(2023, 2025, 2027)

offered online   offered in the daytimeoffered online

offered in the daytimeDay Class (before 5 p.m.) offered at nighttimeEvening Class (after 5 p.m.) offered online Online Class
Revised: 3/30/23

Please refer to the course schedule to see the specific time and platform for which the course is offered.

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Description Hours
Credits 3
Lecture Hours 45
Clinical Hours 0
Lab Hours 0
Other Hours 0
Total Hours 45

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