CSEA is committed to helping anyone in the tax preparation industry to reach the highest possible levels of education and achievement in their careers.

That's why we have created an extensive EA Exam Preparation program for those wishing to become an Enrolled Agent (EA) - acquiring this prestigious designation can make a big impact on your professional life.

Weekly, Live, Online Classes - every Wednesday evening from 6:30pm-9:30pm Pacific Time, starting on July 24, 2024. 

July 24: Course Orientation
July 31 - August 14:  Representation, Practices and Procedures (Part 3)
August 28 - September 25:  Individual Taxes (Part 1)
October 9 - November 13: Business Taxes (Part 2)

A Powerhouse Partnership - we have partnered with Gleim to create a program that offers the best of both worlds:
o Full access to Gleim’s Premium EA Review system, which provides an online academic platform with interactive study materials, quizzes and practice exams. You can also request printed books through Gleim’s online portal (shipping charges will apply).
o Weekly classes will be taught by Enrolled Agent instructors to enhance the virtual study experience and bring the materials to life in the real world with experienced tax experts.


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Classes & Dates

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Pricing, materials, registration

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CSEA is pleased to offer flexible registration options to meet your specific needs.

Register for All 3 Parts

Price includes live instruction and the Gleim Premium EA Review System. 

Price: $1375 thru July 15, $1485 after July 15

Cost if purchased separately: $1,640

Extra Value! Students enrolled in the EA Exam Prep Program will receive a free membership valued at $275 for the current year (ends on June 30, 2025). Applies to new memberships only.

Register for Single Parts

Price includes live instruction and the Gleim Premium EA Review System for the part(s) selected.

Part 1 – Individual Taxes  $600

Part 2 – Business Taxes  $660

Part 3 – Representation, Practices & Procedures  $380

If you have previously purchased Gleim materials...

You can customize your registration if you already own part or all of the Gleim Premium EA Review System.

First, determine what parts of the Gleim System you already have. Next, simply follow the on-screen instructions on the registration page to remove the default Gleim materials charge and add what you need to customize your registration. Registration fee will be calculated as follows.

Instruction (base registration):

  • All 3 parts: $840*
  • Part 1: $415
  • Part 2: $445
  • Part 3: $235
*$950 after July 15

Plus Gleim materials as needed:

  • Part 1: $185
  • Part 2: $215
  • Part 3: $145

Cancellation & Refund Policies

» Cancellation (Prior to Second Class)

You may cancel your registration prior to the first class by completing the Cancellation/Withdrawal form.

The following amounts will be deducted from your refund

  • $75 cancellation fee
  • Cost of Gleim materials (up to $500, depending on return options selected)

You will have the option to cancel the Gleim Premium EA Review System or retain access to the materials on their self-study platform.  Your materials cost will be based on the number of modules completed in the system and CSEA will process your refund based on information received from Gleim.

 

» Withdrawal (After Second Class)

If you withdraw after the second class, refunds and credits will be based on the date of withdrawal and the course option purchased. Withdrawal date will be based on the date when the Cancellation/Withdrawal form is submitted.

You will be able to continue using the Gleim materials on their self-study platform after withdrawal from the live program is processed by Gleim.

 

» For Enrollment in the Full EA Exam Prep Course (all 3 parts)

CSEA will refund your registration fee minus:

  • $100 withdrawal fee
  • Gleim materials ($500)

 

» For Enrollment in Single Parts

CSEA will refund your registration fee minus:

  • $100 withdrawal fee
  • Gleim materials (Part 1: $225, Part 2: $225, Part 3: $150)

If you have any questions about your existing Gleim system access, contact Courtney Sefjack @ Gleim, 800.874.5346 ext. 421. Note that in addition to Gleim's online materials, you may need to order updated books (for a shipping fee), and Courtney can help arrange this for you. Gleim updates their materials annually and this class uses the latest materials.

Classes & Dates

Date/TimeSession Description
Wednesday, July 31
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 3, Week 1

Units 1-2
Practice Before the IRS
Tax Preparers and Penalties

Wednesday, August 7
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 3, Week 2

Units 3-5
Representation
Examination of Returns and the Appeals Process
The Collection Process

Wednesday, August 14
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 3, Week 3

Units 6-7
Tax Authority
Recordkeeping and Electronic Filing

Wednesday, August 28
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 1, Week 1

Units 1-2
Filing Requirements
Gross Income I

Wednesday, September 4
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 1, Week 2

Units 3-6
Gross Income II
Business Deductions
Above-the-line Deductions and Losses
Itemized Deductions

Wednesday, September 11
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 1, Week 3

Units 7-8
Qualified Business Income Deduction, AMT & Other Taxes
Tax Credits, Other Taxes, and Payments

Wednesday, September 18
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 1, Week 4

Units 9-11
Property Transactions: Basis and Dispositions
Related Parties, Business Property, and Installment Sales
Nonrecognition Property Transactions

Wednesday, September 25
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 1, Week 5

Units 12-14
Individual Retirement Accounts
Gift Tax
Estate Tax

Wednesday, October 9
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 1

Units 1, 2, 4 & 8
Entity Types, Methods, and Periods
Income and Farms
Business Expenses
Credits, Losses , and Additional Taxes

Wednesday, October 16
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 2

Units 9-11
Contributions to a Partnership
Partnership Operations
Disposition of a Partner's Interest

Wednesday, October 23
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 3

Units 12-14
Corporations
Corporate Formation
Corporate Income, Losses, and Deductions

Wednesday, October 30
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 4

Units 15-17
Corporate Distributions
Corporate Liquidations and Redemptions
S Corporations

Wednesday, November 6
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 5

Units 18-19
Decedent, Estate, and Trust Income Tax Returns
Retirement Plans for Small Businesses

Wednesday, November 13
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 2, Week 6

Unit 20
Exempt Organizations Death and Taxes