{"id":34639,"date":"2018-02-21T07:00:49","date_gmt":"2018-02-21T13:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resource-center.hrblock.com\/?p=34639"},"modified":"2021-08-16T15:31:06","modified_gmt":"2021-08-16T20:31:06","slug":"how-to-become-an-enrolled-agent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hrbcomlnp.hrblock.com\/tax-center\/lifestyle\/financial-education\/how-to-become-an-enrolled-agent\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do I Become An Enrolled Agent?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you ever considered how to become an enrolled agent? Or perhaps, you\u2019re wondering what an enrolled agent is, exactly. Before going much further, let\u2019s define this term. The Internal Revenue Service<\/a> describes an enrolled agent as the following:<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>An enrolled agent is a person who has earned the privilege of representing taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service by either passing a three-part comprehensive IRS test covering individual and business tax returns, or through experience as a former IRS employee. Enrolled agent status is the highest credential the IRS awards. Individuals who obtain this elite status must adhere to ethical standards and complete 72 hours of continuing education courses every three years.<\/em><\/p>\n

What is the enrolled agent exam?<\/h2>\n

There is a three-part examination process known as the Special Enrollment Examination or SEE. The purpose of this rigorous exam is to ensure that you possess thorough knowledge of tax law.<\/p>\n

Once you have passed the examination, there\u2019s also a \u201ccompliance check\u201d to verify that you have diligently filed your own taxes and have no outstanding tax debts.<\/p>\n

There are currently no educational requirements to become an enrolled agent. Many consider this option as an alternative to traditional college or university backgrounds.<\/p>\n

What are my career options with an enrolled agent license?<\/h2>\n

An IRS enrolled agent typically represents a client during IRS hearings or when dealing with legal tax matters. In addition to the enrolled agent job title, these duties also extend to licensed attorneys and Certified Public Accountants<\/a> or CPA\u2019s.<\/p>\n

Beyond legal matters, an enrolled agent can also serve as your neighborhood Tax Pro providing tax return filing services in-season. Or, addressing IRS letters that are sent as a result of needing to provide more documentation, filing amendments, etc.<\/p>\n

What are enrolled agent careers and how could I work for H&R Block?<\/h2>\n

H&R Block always welcomes qualified individuals to apply for the following roles:<\/p>\n