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Continuing Education Requirements

IRS oversees CE requirements and the approval of CE providers for four categories of tax professionals: Enrolled Agents 72 hours every three years Obtain a minimum of 16 hours per year (2 of which must be on ethics) Enrolled Retirement Plan Agents 72 hours every three years Obtain a minimum of 16 hours per year (2 of which must be on ethics) Registered Tax Return Preparers Continuing education currently is not required. All credits must be obtained from IRS-approved CE providers.