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Canadian Personal Income Tax Preparation Certificate

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Program Overview

What You Will Learn

Master the preparation of Canadian T1 personal income tax returns using current CRA rules and professional tax software. Students learn how to prepare complete tax returns for employment, investment, rental, pension, and self-employment income scenarios.

Key Learning Areas

  • Canadian tax system fundamentals
  • T-slips and tax forms
  • Employment and investment income
  • Capital gains and deductions
  • RRSPs and tax credits
  • Rental and self-employment income
  • TaxCycle software training
  • EFILE preparation
Curriculum

Brief Module Overview

01

Canada's Tax System

Learn residency rules, self-assessment, and filing obligations.

02

Tax Rates & Credits

Understand federal tax brackets and non-refundable credits.

03

Employment Income

Prepare returns using T4 slips and employment deductions.

04

Investment Income

Report dividends, interest income, and capital gains.

05

Pension & Benefit Income

Process CPP, OAS, and pension income reporting.

06

Rental & Self-Employment Income

Calculate business income and deductible expenses.

07

Deductions & Tax Planning

Apply RRSPs, medical expenses, donations, and credits.

08

TaxCycle Practicum

Prepare and electronically file complete T1 returns.

Ready to Begin?

Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career in Canadian accounting and finance.