Hands-On Training

Gain practical experience preparing c corporation tax returns using Drake Tax.

Comprehensive Problem Solving

Work through guided examples and learn how to approach common c corporation return preparation questions.

Practical Return Examples

Follow guided examples in Drake Tax and practice working through Form 1120 step by step.

About the Course

Build a practical Form 1120 workflow in Drake Tax. Work through business structures, C corporation tax forms, and guided return preparation examples. Follow the recorded demonstrations to connect financial information with software entries and return review. Who it is for: bookkeepers adding tax services and tax professionals strengthening their C corporation preparation skills. Basic tax knowledge is helpful. Before you enroll: you need access to Drake Tax to practice alongside the demonstrations. Review the live curriculum below for the exact chapters and lessons included.

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Curriculum

4 Chapters · 24 Lessons

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      Chapter 1.1 - Introduction to the Course Structure

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      Chapter 1.2 - History of C Corps - Why tax prep saves the world, enhances economy, importance of taxes

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      Chapter 1.3 - Differences between C-Corps, S-Corps, Partnerships and LLCs

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      Chapter 1.4 - Advantages and Disadvantages of C Corporations

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      Quiz - Module 1

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      Chapter 2.1 - Form 1120, Page 1

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      Chapter 2.2 - Schedule C - Dividends, Inclusions, and Special Deductions

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      Chapter 2.3 - Schedule J - Tax Computation and Payment

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      Chapter 2.4 - Schedule K - Other Information

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      Chapter 2.5 - Schedule L - Balance Sheets per Books

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      Chapter 2.6 - Schedule M-1 - Reconciliation of Income (Loss) per Books with Income Tax Return

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      Chapter 2.7 - Schedule M-2 - Analysis of Unappropriated Retained Earnings per Books

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      Chapter 2.8 - Schedule M-3 - Expansion of the information provided on Schedule M-1

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      Module 2 - Quiz

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      Chapter 3.1 - Overview of Drake Tax - Installation and Functionalities

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      Chapter 3.2 - Understanding C-Corporation Structure & Documents (Before Form 1120)

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      Chapter 3.3 - Entering a Basic C Corp Tax Return - Form 1120, Page 1 (Income Statement)

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      Chapter 3.4 - Entering a Basic C Corp Tax Return - Schedule L (Balance Sheet)

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      Chapter 3.5 - Reconciliation of Income (Loss) per Books with Income Tax Return

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      Practice - Module 3

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      AVAILABLE 01/26/25 - Lesson 5 - Do-It-Yourself Comprehensive Problem with Answers - Check Yourself Video & Encouragement

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      2024 Prior Year Tax Return

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      2025 Financial and Tax Forms

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      Results - Check Yourself

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