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 Educational Requirements
Prerequisites	Three years of work experience in tax preparation, two of which may be satisfied through college credit.
Education Requirements	None
Examination Type	ATP exam (online, closed-book, proctored)
Continuing Education Requirements	24 hours per year or 72 hours within a three-year period
Verification, Complaints and Accreditation
Check Designation Status Online	None
Investor Complaint Process	Via email. See Complaints in Code of Ethics
Published List of Disciplined Designees	None
Accredited By	None