Professional Certifications Tax Deductions
Costs to earn and maintain professional certifications are deductible when they relate to your current field. Exam fees, study materials, and renewal costs all qualify.
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check_circleWhat You Can Deduct
- checkCertification exam registration fees
- checkStudy guides and prep materials
- checkPractice exam subscriptions
- checkCertification renewal and maintenance fees
- checkContinuing education units (CEUs) for recertification
- checkProctoring and testing center fees
lightbulbTips for Keeping Records
- tips_and_updatesInitial certifications that qualify you for a new trade may not be deductible
- tips_and_updatesRenewal and maintenance of existing certifications is always deductible
- tips_and_updatesKeep exam score reports and certificates of completion
- tips_and_updatesStudy materials purchased in advance are deductible in the year bought
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