Tax Preparer (ND)

This certificate is designed to train students in the principles of Federal and California state income taxes. Students will develop a working knowledge of Federal and State Income tax law as it applies to individuals and businesses.

The Certificate is granted to students who have completed at least 12 semester units of the required courses at Glendale Community College. All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or a “P” grade.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate ability to read and understand the contents of a corporation’s annual report; prepare an individual tax return; and develop a working knowledge of Federal and State Income tax law as it applies to individuals.

Certificate Program Map

REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE		UNITS
ACCTG 101	Financial Accounting	5
ACCTG 130	Payroll Accounting	3
ACCTG 150	Principles of Income Taxation	3
ACCTG 160	Advanced Income Tax	3
ACCTG 165	Tax Planning, Tax Research, and Tax Fraud	3
ACCTG 175	Estate Gift and Trust Taxation	3
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		19

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES.  SEE A COUNSELOR FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
 

Fall 2026	GCC Catalog 2026-2027
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.