The Annual Filing Season Program is a voluntary program designed to encourage non-credentialed tax return preparers to participate in continuing education (CE) courses. Drake Software offers a 6-hour AFTR course on DrakeCPE.com.

The Annual Federal Tax Refresher Course (AFTR) and required Continuing Education courses must be completed by December 31st (prior to the beginning of the tax season) in order to be eligible to receive a Record of Completion.

Boost your professional credibility by obtaining your IRS Record of Completion.

• Demonstrate your dedication to ongoing education

• Stand out from other professionals in your field

• Secure limited representation rights with the IRS

• Appear in the IRS Directory of Federal Tax Return Preparers

The IRS Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) – Record of Completion is a respected designation that recognizes non-credentialed tax professionals committed to credibility and continuous professional growth in a constantly changing tax landscape. For more information, please refer to the AFTR FAQs or visit DrakeSoftware.com/AFSP.

Save $10 through December 31, 2026 when you purchase the Annual Federal Tax Refresher Course (AFTR) by applying discount code DRKAFTR10 at checkout.*

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One click, all your credits — $65 Off!

Check out our selection of bundled courses—perfect for saving $65 through December 31, 2026 while working toward your 2026 IRS Record of Completion. Each bundle is carefully designed to fulfill all AFSP continuing education requirements, making it simple to stay compliant, informed, and prepared for tax season.

• Non-Exempt AFSP Bundle − Self-Study Format (18 CPE hours)

• Non-Exempt  AFSP Bundle − Blended Format (18 CPE hours)

• Non-Exempt  AFSP Bundle − Webinar Format (18 CPE hours)

• Exempt AFSP Bundle (15 CPE hours)

DrakeCPE.com provides accredited CPE through self-study and on-demand webinars. EAs, CPAs, CTEC-registered preparers, and AFSP participants benefit from discounted bundles, instant certificates, and automatic reporting.

Achieve your 2026 CPE goals at DrakeCPE.com.

 

*Bundles not included