H&R Block Offers a Fulfilling Opportunity for Gig Workers
14 September 2022 - 11:44PM
As more Americans lean into the benefits of gig work and side
hustles, H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) reminds people of the flexible
career opportunities it has been offering for decades through its
seasonal tax professionals. The company is once again providing its
Income Tax Preparation Course (ITC), which could help people to
become tax professionals, unlocking a new career path.
Research shows the gig economy has grown significantly since the
pandemic as more workers crave flexibility and added income.
According to a survey from Insuranks, a small-business insurance
marketplace, 28% of Americans said they took on a secondary gig due
to inflation. For young entrepreneurs, single parents and those
looking for a career change, flexible work is highly sought
after.
The H&R Block Income Tax Preparation Course is offered
virtually between August and December, and is the first step to
becoming an H&R Block tax professional. This eight-week class
can be taken online at any time, as well as in-person at select
locations. There is also a self-paced on-demand class option
offered through the end of June 2023. All courses are approximately
61-62 hours featuring interactive discussions, one-on-one
instructor assistance and real-world tax preparation exercises.
"The ITC Course should be considered among part-time job seekers
and can potentially lead to a tax professional position that
provides benefits you wouldn't receive at most seasonal
opportunities," said Ryan Weber, Vice President of Workforce
Planning and Tax Pro Experience at H&R Block. "Tax
professionals have the opportunity to work with a variety of
clients on their biggest financial transaction of the year, leading
to an overall rewarding experience."
While taking the ITC course does not guarantee future employment
as an H&R Block tax pro, the course does provide a wealth of
knowledge that can be used in both personal and business settings.
Those who successfully pass the course and continue on to become
tax professionals, are provided the chance to help thousands of
people with unique financial situations.
"The Income Tax Preparation Course at H&R Block is where you
get to build the foundation of your knowledge," said George Galan,
an ITC graduate from H&R Block. "You can have that personal
experience and you're not just reading a textbook. I'm really glad
I took the course."
Graduates of the course receive an H&R Block Certification
and qualifying education hours for tax claims.
"You're taking a class with people from all over the nation,"
said Dee Drummond, Multi-Unit Team Leader and ITC graduate from
H&R Block. "You can find a learning style that suits you thanks
to the options like virtual instructors or in-person
experiences."
Working as an H&R Block tax professional is more than just a
seasonal job, it's a meaningful and rewarding opportunity to make a
difference in people’s lives and add to the momentum of a company
that defined an industry. Recent accolades like Best Employer for
Women 2022 and a Best Employer for Diversity 2022 by Forbes
demonstrate how the company is leading transformation while
creating a connected culture. Learn more and enroll in the ITC
course here.
About H&R BlockH&R Block, Inc. (NYSE:
HRB) provides help and inspires confidence in its clients and
communities everywhere through global tax
preparation services, financial products,
and small-business solutions. The company blends digital
innovation with human expertise and care as it helps people get the
best outcome at tax time and also be better with money using its
mobile banking app, Spruce. Through Block
Advisors and Wave, the company helps small-business
owners thrive with innovative products like Wave Money, a
mobile-first, small-business bank account and bookkeeping solution,
that manages bookkeeping automatically. For more information,
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Enrollment in, or completion of, the H&R Block Income Tax
Course or Tax Knowledge Assessment is neither an offer nor a
guarantee of employment. Additional qualifications may be required.
Enrollment restrictions apply. There is no tuition fee for the
H&R Block Income Tax Course; however, you may be required to
purchase course materials, which may be non-refundable. State
restrictions may apply. The Income Tax Course consists of 62 hours
of instruction at the federal level, 68 hours of instruction in
Maryland, 80 hours of instruction in California, and 81 hours of
instruction in Oregon. Additional time commitments outside of
class, including homework, will vary by student. Additional
training or testing may be required in CA, OR and other states.
Valid at participating locations only. Void where prohibited. This
course is not open to any persons who are currently employed by or
seeking employment with any professional tax preparation company or
organization other than H&R Block. During the Income Tax
Course, should H&R Block learn of any student’s employment or
intended employment with a competing professional tax preparation
company, H&R Block reserves the right to immediately cancel the
student’s enrollment. The student will be required to return all
course materials. CTEC# 1040-QE-2662 ©2022 HRB Tax Group, Inc.
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