# IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program (Certificate of Completion)

El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Accounting

Source: http://catalog.elcamino.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=3739

**Business Division**

www.elcamino.edu/academics/divisions/business/

The noncredit IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program Certificate of Completion is designed for students who wish to enter the tax preparation profession.  The program provides students with valuable hands-on experience preparing tax returns through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program.  Students will be trained to use tax software and accurately prepare and file federal and state individual income tax returns for elderly, low-income and other qualifying individuals.  Students will enhance their communication skills through interviews of taxpayers, explanations of tax return results and interaction with the community.

For Gainful Employment program information, please visit www.elcamino.edu/academics/areas-of-study/accounting.php.

### Required Courses:

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BUS 563 | IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) | 0 |
| BUS 565C | Introduction to Income Tax Computer Applications | 0 |

**Total Hours: 162**