The Jackson Hewitt Income Tax Preparation Course consists of a textbook-based course of tax instruction and the Computerized Income Tax Course, a multimedia version of our course.

We cater to the beginner and take you from the basics of tax return preparation and progress gradually to more advanced topics. You will be surprised at how much you will enjoy learning the dynamics of tax return preparation.

For the more advanced student, we also offer Tax Seminars on advanced tax topics at several locations.

Our courses are taught by experienced tax professionals and we offer many different options of the income tax prep course to accommodate those balancing busy schedules. In most states, our tax prep course is available in a six-week curriculum. In all states, we also offer a 12-week version of the course.

The Computerized Income Tax Preparation Course consists of six weeks of instruction. Tax Seminars vary in length from six to eighteen hours. Most of our courses offer flexibility and meet twice weekly.

Our season for delivering tax courses typically runs throughout the fall. Courses usually start the week after Labor Day. However, most offices offer courses throughout the fall and could have courses starting as late as November or December. Plus, year-round, there is always the option of getting on a mailing list for future consideration.

Our tax preparation courses are economically priced. Each office set its price based on the market area. In most cases, tuition is free; you only pay for books and supplies. Check with your local office by calling 1-800-234-1040 and entering your zip code.

While taking the course is neither an offer nor guarantee of employment, we actually prefer to hire graduates from our tax prep school program. Your local Jackson Hewitt Tax Service office may have job opportunities available for you to pursue.

Tax Preparation Courses

Qualified instructors lead you through tax preparation and related topics and provide opportunities for hands-on application of tax preparation skills through exercises and class work. For advanced tax preparation professionals, we offer additional tax seminars geared to their unique needs.


We also offer a computerized income tax preparation course. This 12-week multimedia course combines instructor-led training with self-paced, computer instruction. During weeks 1-6, students will learn how to fill out the Form 1040. Weeks 7-12 focus on a detailed analysis of the common schedules and forms, including Schedule A, B, C, SE, Form 2106, and Form 2441.

• Computerized Course Topics include: Filing Requirements (who must file)
• Filing Status
• Exemptions and Dependents
• Income and Withholding
• Standard Deductions
• Tax Credits
• Itemization

Income Tax 1 & 2 is an instructor-led course that will teach you the fundamentals of manual tax return preparation. Volume 1, taught over a six-week period, focuses on filing requirements, exemptions, dependents, deductions, various income sources, retirement plans, and credits. Volume 2, taught over an additional six-week period, explores more complex tax topics including IRAs, basis of property, sale of assets, depreciation, travel and education expenses, self-employment income and tax, rental property, estimated tax payments, extensions, and amendments. Our professional Tax School Instructors provide hands-on instruction based on years of experience in the tax industry. You'll also receive a textbook and accompanying workbook to facilitate your learning experience as instructors work through examples and walk you through completing actual tax forms.


In Income Tax 1, taught over a six-week period, you can obtain the fundamentals of tax preparation, including filing requirements, exemptions, dependents, deductions, various income sources, retirement plans, and credits.


In Income Tax 2, taught over an additional six-week period, provides the opportunity to expand your tax knowledge to master more complex topics that include IRAs, basis of property, sale of assets, depreciation, travel and education expenses, self-employment income and tax, rental property, estimated tax payments, extensions, and amendments.

New Castle County Offices
135 Christiana Rd New Castle DE 19713-3702	302-368-7040 e-mail us!	Monday & Thursday	Afternoon - 1pm to 4pm
Cecil County, MD Offices
251 South Bridge Street Elkton, MD	410-392-6232 e-mail us!	Tuesday & Friday	Evening - 6pm-9pm