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Accredited Tax Preparer (ATP)

Designation Essentials
Status Currently offered and recognized by the issuing organization
Issuing Organization Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation
Qualification and Training Requirements
Prerequisites

Candidates must be at least 18 years old.

Designation Training Requirements

None

Designation Exam Type

Online, closed-book, proctored exam

Continuing Education Requirements

24 hours annually

Verification and Complaints
Online Designation Resource

Online at Find a Tax Pro

Investor Complaint Process

Online at Discipline & Complaints Policy

Published List of Disciplined Designees

None