09/03/2026
New at EducUp: our IRS-approved 18-hour AFSP Continuing Education course is now available. 📚
The Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) is a voluntary IRS program designed to help non-credentialed tax return preparers strengthen their tax knowledge and filing-season readiness through continuing education.
The 18-hour requirement generally includes:
âś” 6 hours of Annual Federal Tax Refresher (AFTR), including a test
âś” 10 hours of federal tax law
âś” 2 hours of ethics
To participate, tax preparers also need an active PTIN and must meet the IRS participation requirements.
Ready to complete your IRS tax preparer CE? Your AFSP training is now available online with EducUp.