Enrolled Agent at ISSD
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About Enrolled Agent
The Enrolled Agent (EA) course is a 6-month, fully online training program open to all individuals who have successfully completed their Class 12. This intensive course prepares students to become U.S. Certified Enrolled Agents (EAs), – Tax Return Preparation, and IRS representation. Through this program, students gain the skills needed to pass the IRS Special Enrolled Exam & represent tax payers before the IRS.
ISSD’s EA course spans 6 months, delivered entirely online (live classes + recorded sessions). The curriculum covers U.S. federal tax regulations, including individual and business tax issues, tax return preparation, IRS procedures, and ethical practices. This structured program is designed to prepare you for the IRS Special Enrollment Examination (SEE) – the certification exam for Enrolled Agents. Upon completion, students earn the Enrolled Agent credential, authorizing them to represent clients before the IRS in tax matters.
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Exam Details
Exam Structure
Each part of the CMA exam includes 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and 2 scenario-based essay questions, testing your financial and management skills.
Passing Score
You must correctly answer 50% of the MCQs to unlock the essay section. A minimum score of 360 out of 500 is required to pass each part.
Duration
Each exam part lasts 4 hours, with 3 hours allocated for MCQs and 1 hour for the essay questions.
Exam Windows
Exams are offered in three windows annually: January-February, May-June, and September-October, giving you scheduling flexibility.
Enrolled Agent Syllabus
Part 1: INDIVIDUAL TAXATION
Preliminary work to prepare tax returns
Income and assets
Deductions and credits
Taxation
Advising individual taxpayer
Specialised returns for individual
Part 2: BUSINESS TAXATION
Business entities and consideration
Business tax preparation
Specialised returns and taxpayer
Part 3: REPRESENTATION, PRACTICES AND PROCEDURE
Practices and procedures
Representation before the IRS
Specific areas of representation
Filing process
Enrolled Agent Exam
- 🧠 Three-Part Exam:
Computer-based with a wide spread of taxation-related topics. - 📈 Passing Score:
The exam totals 130 marks; to qualify, students must attain a minimum score of 105 or higher. - 📝 Format:
Each part of the SEE contains 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ’s)
Enrolled Agent
- ✅ MCQ Criteria:
50% correct answers needed to unlock essays. - 🗓️ Exam Windows:
May 1st to the end of February. - ⏱️ Duration:
Each part is 3.5 hours long. The actual seat time is 4 hours per part, and one scheduled 15 break.
Career Options After EA
Tax Preparer
Tax Consultant
IRS Enrolled Agent
Corporate Tax Manager
Self-Employed Tax Professional
Tax Analyst
Staff Accountant
Tax Accountant
Accountant
Auditor
WHY LEARN WITH ISSD?
Expert Mentorship
Guidance from highly qualified industry leaders ensures your success.
Comprehensive Support
Live classes, recordings, doubt-clearing sessions, and mock interviews.
EA Approved Study Material
Access officially approved resources aligned with the latest CMA exam pattern.
Individual Mentor Support
Get personalized guidance and one-on-one attention throughout your preparation.
Doubt Clearance Sessions
Regularly scheduled sessions to resolve every concept and question you have.
Interview Preparation Support
Sharpen your soft skills and confidently crack job interviews with expert help.
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Join ISSD’s EA program and unlock global opportunities with high earning potential.