Overview
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is a program in which individuals complete over 50 hours of structured training and then begin to prepare income taxes for those taxpayers who qualify for the VITA program (i.e., primarily the elderly and/or impoverished).
Department
Program Type
Microcredential
Area of Study
Business and Industry
Delivery Mode
In Person
Skills
SUNY Oneonta’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance microcredential provides you with the following skills necessary to prepare income taxes for those taxpayers who qualify for the VITA program:
- Critical thinking
- Detail oriented
- Philanthropy
- Technological Acumen
- Interpersonal communication
- Discretion with sensitive information
Required Courses
- ACCT 3111 - VITA, State & International Tax Education
Competencies
Upon completion of the program, you will be able to demonstrate the ability to:
- Prepare simple tax returns;
- Communicate in public service;
- Think critically with keen detail orientation;
- Support, mentor and collaborate with peers.
You will receive both a notation on your transcript and digital badge, and a VITA/TCE Certification from the IRS.
Eligibility
Enrolled students
Time to complete
1 semester
Credit/non-credit
3 Credits
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Coordinator Microcredential;
Business Administration BS;
Accounting BS
Accounting BS
Estimated cost
NYS resident = $885
Non-resident = $2,253
Non-resident = $2,253
How to Apply
Current students should contact the Academic Department who oversees this microcredential.