
2-Day Live Tax Seminar
Auburn University Tax Seminar Online Option: October 18-19, 2023, January 17-18, 2024
ZOOM live with Beanna Whitlock, EA, and Chris Bird, EA, CFP
Since 1973, Auburn University has provided quality continuing education for enrolled agents, certified public accountants, public accountants, certified financial planners, tax practitioners, and attorneys.
- EARLY BIRD FEE ends October 1 for all in-person sites.
- A virtual copy of the book is included in the full course class fee.
- The hardcover (paper) edition of the National Income Tax Workbook will be offered for an additional fee of $55.00 for the online tax seminars. A digital copy of the book will be provided with the full course fee. Please select this option when you register online or by phone.Note: LGUTEF increased their fee on the hard copy tax workbook.
- No buffet style food service will be allowed.
- Beverage service only all day to include coffee, bottled water, hot tea, and soda.
- We are also offering Group Internet Based seminar options for 2023-24. We are working closely with our instructors to design high-quality in-person seminars and online learning courses that adhere to the accreditation criteria for all tax professionals.

This course is designed for:
- Certified Public Accountants (CPA)
- Enrolled Agents (EA)
- Certified Financial Planners (CFP)
- Public Accountants (PA)
- Tax Practitioners
- Annual Filing Season Program practitioners (AFSP)
- Attorneys
This course offers:
- Lectures on new and current tax laws plus special topics for tax professionals with at least several years of experience as a professional tax preparer and an understanding of tax rules and regulations associated with individual and business tax returns
- This course fulfills the continuing education requirements for all tax professionals including Certified Public Accountants (CPA), Enrolled Agents (EA), Public Accountants (PA), Certified Financial Planners (CFP), Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) practitioners, and attorneys (CLE). All live courses qualify for taxation 14 CPE and (regulatory ethics 2 CPE) or for attorneys - 13.3 CLE including 1.7 hours of Ethics when applicable.
- Practical information for your tax practice.
- The National Income Tax Workbook will be distributed virtually in 2023 for in-person seminar registrants. This tax workbook offers tax professionals current information needed to prepare individual and small business income tax returns. The book is annually updated to incorporate the most current tax laws and appropriate guidance. The online access includes complete text from the 2023 book. This publication is used as the course tax workbook at all Land Grant University Tax Education Foundation tax seminars throughout the United States. This virtual book is only available to registrants of the seminar. Hardcover editions will be sold for $55 (see REGISTRATION TAB)
In-Person Tax Seminar Accreditation
These seminars have been approved for the following continuing education credits:
- Field of Study (NASBA) for CPAs: Taxes - 14 CPE and (regulatory ethics - 2 CPE) = 16 CPE
- IRS Categories: Federal Update (3); Federal Tax (11); Regulatory Ethics (2)
- CFP: General Session credits (14 CPE)
- CLE: Taxation (13.3); Ethics (1.7)
Objectives & Prerequisites
- Course objectives: Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Apply specific concepts and strategies covered in the seminar while preparing tax returns, and
- Advise clients about planning strategies applicable to their situations.
- Prerequisites:
- Prerequisites: At least several years of experience as a professional tax preparer and an understanding of tax rules and regulations associated with individual and business tax returns.
- Advanced Preparation: None required
- NASBA Program Level: Overview
- Delivery Method: Group-Live
Certificates of Attendance
Certificates will be distributed via email upon completion of the program.
Complaints:
All complaints should be referred directly to Alan Spencer, Tax Seminar Program Developer, Auburn University Accounting & Tax Training Institute (334-844-5100) opce@auburn.edu or to Hope Stockton, Director, (334-844-2870) Auburn University, Office of Professional & Continuing Education, 301 O.D. Smith Hall, Auburn, AL, 36849-5608 or email Hope Stockton at stockhg@auburn.edu.
Registration
Registrations are now open. Please go to the session tab and select your desire location.
For any any questions or concerns please contact Alan Spencer at alan.spencer@auburn.edu or 334.844.5193
Refund Policy
- Written notice within 10 days of the start of the seminar a full refund will be issued less a $50.00 administrative fee;
- Requests to transfer to another scheduled live seminar, if seating permits, for an additional $25 fee;
- NO REFUNDS will be issued after the start of a scheduled seminar.
For more information about cancellations or transfers, please email us at taxinst@auburn.edu or call 334-844-5100.
Session Location: Alabama

Session Dates: Deadline for Early Bird fee ends October 1 at midnight!
2023 Date | City | Location | Early Bird Fee | Register Online |
Oct. 31-Nov. 1 | Gadsden | Venue at Coosa Landing | $275 | Register |
Nov. 6-7 | Florence | UNA Guillot Center | $275 | Register |
Nov. 8-9 | Huntsville | Auburn University Research and Innovation Campus | $275 | Register |
Nov. 16-17 | Opelika | Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National | $275 | Register |
Nov. 27-28 | Mobile | Mobile Convention Center | $275 | Register |
Dec. 4-5 | Montgomery | Frazer Church | $275 | Register |
Dec. 5-6 | Birmingham | Doubletree Hotel-Perimeter Park | $275 | Register |
Dec. 7-8 | Pelham | Pelham Civic Center | $275 | Register |
Session Location: Arkansas

Session Dates: NEW! Deadline for Early Bird fee ends October 1 at midnight!
2023 Date | City | Location | Early Bird Fee | Register Online |
Oct. 24-25 | Fayetteville | Fayetteville Town Center | $300 | Register |
Oct. 26-27 | Little Rock | University of Arkansas/Little Rock - Donaghey Student Center | $300 | Register |
Session Location: Georgia

Session Dates: NEW! Deadline for Early Bird fee ends October 1 at midnight!
2023 Date | City | Location | Early Bird Fee | Register Online |
Nov. 21-22 | Atlanta | Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta NW/Kennesaw Town Center | $300 | Register |
Session Location: Mississippi

Session Dates: NEW! Deadline for Early Bird fee ends October 1 at midnight!
2023 Date | City | Location | Early Bird Fee | Register Online |
Nov. 13-14 | Jackson | Hilton Hotel Jackson | $300 | Register |
2023 TAX SEMINAR IN-PERSON SITE | Date | Instructor |
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October 24-25/ Fayetteville, AR | October 24, 2023 | Michael Ferguson/Kelly Myers |
Fayetteville Town Center | October 25, 2023 | Chirs Bird |
October 26-27/ Little Rock, AR | October 26, 2023 | Michael Ferguson/Kelly Myers |
UALR - Donaghey Student Center | October 27, 2023 | Chris Bird |
October 31 - November 1/ Gadsden, AL | October 31, 2023 | Michael Ferguson/Kelly Myers |
The Venue at Coosa Landing | November 1, 2023 | Chris Bird |
November 6-7/ Florence, AL | November 6, 2023 | Kelly Myers/Michael Ferguson |
UNA Guillot Performing Arts Ctr | November 7, 2023 | Joel Jones |
November 8-9 / Huntsville, AL | November 8, 2023 | Michael Ferguson/Kelly Myers |
Auburn University Research and Innovation Campus | November 9, 2023 | Joel Jones |
November 13-14 /Ridgeland, MS | November 13, 2023 | Michael Ferguson/Kelly Myers |
Embassy Suites by Hilton Jackson North Ridgeland | November 14, 2023 | Joel Jones |
November 16-17/Opelika, AL | November 16, 2023 | Kelly Myers/Michael Ferguson |
Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National | November 17, 2023 | Joel Jones |
November 20-21/ Kennesaw, GA | November 20, 2023 | Michael Ferguson/Kelly Myers |
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta NW/Kennesaw Town Center | November 21, 2023 | Chris Bird |
November 27-28/ Mobile, AL | November 27, 2023 | Michael Ferguson/Kelly Myers |
Mobile Convention Center | November 28, 2023 | Joel Jones |
December 4-5/Montgomery, AL | December 4, 2023 | Michael Ferguson/Kelly Myers |
Frazer Church | December 5, 2023 | Joel Jones |
December 5-6/ Birmingham, AL | December 5, 2023 | Michael Ferguson/Kelly Myers |
DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park | December 6, 2023 | Chris Bird |
December 7-8/ Pelham, AL | December 7, 2023 | Michael Ferguson/Kelly Myers |
Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena | December 8, 2023 | Chris Bird |
Last Updated: May 24, 2023