This basic course gives an overview of Form 1040. Topics include filing status, standard and itemized deduction, income, which form to use, what credits the taxpayer qualifies for, and how to determine a qualifying dependent for the taxpayer. Other topics covered are capital gains and losses, adjustments to income, and much more.
Objectives
At the end of this course, the student will be able to:
Understand the importance of safeguarding the taxpayer’s documents
Recognize when to use Form 4868
Understand the different e-filing options
Complete Schedule 2 of Form 1040
Explain how a nonrefundable credit affects the taxpayer’s tax liability
Identify which deductions are limited to the 7.5% floor
Course Details
Field of Study:Federal Tax Law — 10 hours; Behavioral Ethics — 2 hours; Tax Updates — 3 hours Course Level: Basic Prerequisite: None Delivery Method: Self-Study Expiration Date to earn CEs: June 30, 2026
Descripción
Este curso básico ofrece una visión general del Formulario 1040. Los temas incluyen el estado civil de declaración, la deducción estándar y detallada, los ingresos, qué formulario utilizar, qué créditos califica el contribuyente y cómo determinar un dependiente calificado. También se cubren ganancias y pérdidas de capital, ajustes al ingreso y mucho más.
Objetivos
Al finalizar este curso, el estudiante podrá:
Comprender la importancia de salvaguardar los documentos del contribuyente
Identificar cuándo usar el Formulario 4868
Entender las diferentes opciones de presentación electrónica (e-file)
Completar el Anexo 2 del Formulario 1040
Explicar cómo un crédito no reembolsable afecta la responsabilidad fiscal
Identificar qué deducciones están limitadas al umbral del 7.5%
Detalles del curso
Campo de estudio: Ley tributaria federal — 10 horas; Ética — 2 horas Nivel del curso: Básico Prerrequisitos: Ninguno Método de entrega: Autoestudio Fecha límite para obtener CEs: 30 de junio de 2026
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