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CTEC-approved online tax education for California. Complete your CE or QE requirements from any device, 24/7 — with instant results and same-day reporting to CTEC.

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CTEC 20-Hour
Continuing Education
$47/course
⚠️ Price increases to $69 soon
Renew your CTEC registration. Covers all 4 required categories for TY2025.
10 hrs Federal Tax Law
3 hrs Federal Tax Updates
2 hrs Ethics
5 hrs California Tax Law
Unlimited exam attempts
Same-day CTEC reporting
Enroll Now — $47
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CTEC 60-Hour
Qualifying Education
$179/course
New to tax preparation? Get everything you need to become a CRTP.
60 hours of video content
Federal & CA tax law
Unlimited exam attempts
Start Course — $179
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Complete your CTEC continuing education entirely online, at your own pace, from any device.

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Enroll Online

Choose your course, pay securely, and receive instant access. No waiting — start immediately.

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Watch & Learn

Stream video lessons 24/7 from any device. Your progress is automatically saved so you can resume anytime.

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Pass the Exam

Take the online final exam with immediate results. 70% passing score required. Unlimited retakes included.

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Get Your Certificate

Download your completion certificate instantly. We report your hours to CTEC same day — usually within 1–3 hours.

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Continuing Education
CTEC 20-Hour CE Course
20 CE Hours — TY2025
$47
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10 hrs Federal Tax Law
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3 hrs Federal Tax Updates
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2 hrs Ethics (Circular 230 + CTEC)
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5 hrs California Tax Law
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Video lessons + PDF course book
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Online exam, instant results
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Unlimited exam retakes
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Same-day CTEC & IRS reporting
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24/7 access from any device
Enroll Now — $47
Qualifying Education
CTEC 60-Hour QE Course
60 QE Hours — TY2025/2026
$179
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⚠️ Limited availability — call to enroll
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Meets CTEC 60-hour QE requirement
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Federal & California tax law
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Everything needed to become a CRTP
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Video lessons + PDF study materials
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Online exam, unlimited attempts
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24/7 access for 1 year
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Phone & email support
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In Lieu of Experience
CTEC 15-Hour Course
15 Hours
$99
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15-hour In Lieu of Experience course
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Meets CTEC experience requirement
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Online exam, unlimited attempts
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are you approved by CTEC?
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Yes — California Tax Express Courses is a CTEC-approved and IRS-approved education provider. You can verify our status on the CTEC website at ctec.org.
How do I access the course after purchasing?
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After payment you'll receive an email with your login credentials immediately. Access the course from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, 24/7. Your progress is automatically saved so you can stop and resume anytime.
What is the deadline to renew with CTEC?
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The CTEC renewal deadline is October 31st each year. You must complete your 20-hour CE course and pay CTEC fees by this date to avoid a late penalty.
How quickly do you report hours to CTEC?
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We typically report course completion to CTEC within 1–3 hours of you finishing. On the October 31 deadline, we stay up until midnight to ensure last-minute completions are reported on time.
Can I retake the exam if I don't pass?
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Yes — unlimited exam retakes are included with every course. A 70% passing score is required. You can review the course material and retake the exam as many times as needed.
What if I'm new to tax preparation?
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If you want to prepare taxes for compensation in California, start with our 60-Hour Qualifying Education course. It covers everything you need to know to pass the CTEC registration process.
Do you offer refunds?
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Full refunds are available within 3 days of purchase if you have not started the course. After accessing course materials, a 50% refund may be available before 50% completion. No refund after 50% completion or after an exam attempt.

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