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Form 15200: Certificate of Completion (Paid Preparer Due Diligence Training)
Internal Revenue Service Form 15200 is a Certificate of Completion for the Paid Preparer Due Diligence Training, documenting that a CPA, attorney, or other licensed preparer finished the 50‑minute contact‑hour self‑study and earned 2 CE credits.
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IRS Form 15200 - Certificate of Completion (Paid Preparer Due Diligence Training)
Internal Revenue Service Form 15200 is a Certificate of Completion for the Paid Preparer Due Diligence Training, documenting that a CPA, attorney, or other licensed preparer finished the 50‑minute contact‑hour self‑study and earned 2 CE credits.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Omitting the required 50‑minute contact‑hour credit invalidates the certificate.
- 2Leaving the sponsor name "IRS Taxpayer Services Division Return Integrity and Compliance Services" blank.
- 3Omitting the 50‑minute contact‑hour training detail on the form.
- 4Failing to record the IRS Program Number "CEQXT‑T‑01613‑24‑S".
- 5Not entering the Catalog Number "72129G".
Plain English
Form 15200 records that a tax preparer completed the required due‑diligence training. It shows the sponsor, program number, date of completion, and the two continuing‑education credits earned. The form proves the preparer met IRS training standards.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2025-03-12 22:10:21
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you have successfully completed the Paid Preparer Due Diligence Training and need to document the 50‑minute contact hour and receipt of 2 CE credits.
- Do not use it when you have not completed the Paid Preparer Due Diligence Training.
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Use this form or another form?
Need to certify completion of a different IRS CE course
The form records CE credits for IRS‑approved training
✓ Verify the training matches the form’s title
Requesting credit toward state board CE requirements
State boards may accept IRS‑issued certificates
✓ Confirm state board accepts IRS CE certificates
Submitting proof of training to an employer
Employer may require the IRS certificate as evidence
✓ Ensure the employer’s policy aligns with IRS documentation
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
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What you need before filling it out
Sponsored by
IRS Taxpayer Services Division Return Integrity and Compliance Services Refundable Credit Administration · Form header
Contact hour
Statement of 50‑minute contact hour · Form description
CE Credits
Indication of 2 Credits · Form line showing '2 Credits'
IRS Program Number
CEQXT‑T‑01613‑24‑S · Form field 'IRS Program Number'
Date Completed
Date of completion of the self‑study · Form field 'Date Completed'
Before you submit
- 1Verify the revision date reads 12-2024
- 2Confirm the sponsor address matches 401 W. Peachtree St., NW, Stop 78 Atlanta, GA 30308
- 3Check that the contact hour is listed as 50 minutes
- 4Ensure the CE credit amount shows 2 Credits
- 5Validate the IRS Program Number is CEQXT‑T‑01613‑24‑S
- 6Confirm the Date Completed field is filled
- 7Review the form for any required signature line
- 8Attach the completed Form 15200 to the supporting training documentation
How to file this form
- 1Sign the certificate if a signature line is present
- 2Attach the completed Form 15200 to the training record package
- 3Mail the package to 401 W. Peachtree St., NW, Stop 78 Atlanta, GA 30308 as proof of submission
- 4Keep a copy of the signed Form 15200 as proof of filing
- 5Confirm receipt by the IRS or employer as proof of filing
Known limitations
- 1The 2 CE credits apply only to the 50‑minute contact‑hour Paid Preparer Due Diligence Training.
- 2Credit applicability toward state continuing‑education requirements must be confirmed with each state board or licensing organization.
- 3The form certifies completion only for self‑study courses; it does not cover live or in‑person training.
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General Info
2 items
Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
Current mailing address.
Details
2 items
Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.
Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.
Certification
1 items
Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.
Signatures
1 items
Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form 15200 is revised 12-2024; the source does not reference a “latest information” page and lists no changes from prior editions.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads 12-2024
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — confirm 401 W. Peachtree St., NW, Stop 78 Atlanta, GA 30308
- Signature — Not stated in the official source
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After you file
- 1Retain the completed Form 15200 with your professional records.
- 2Store the form for at least the period required by your state licensing board.
- 3Use the form as proof when reporting CE credits to your licensing authority.
- 4If any information on the form is incorrect, submit a corrected Form 15200 to the IRS.
Sources
- SRCForm p.1 — CE Credits granted based on a 50‑minute contact hour.
- SRCForm p.1 — Certificate awards 2 Credits.
- SRCForm p.1 — Course type described as Self Study Course.
- SRCForm p.1 — Sponsor listed as Internal Revenue Service Taxpayer Services Division Return Integrity and Compliance Services Refundable Credit Administration.
- SRCForm p.1 — Guidance to check with state boards for credit applicability.
- SRCNot stated in the official source — verify on the agency site.
- SRCNot stated in the official source — verify on the agency site.
- SRCNot stated in the official source — verify on the agency site.
Common confusion points
Do I get CE credits for this training?
The form lists 2 credits, but some states may not count them.
→ Verify the 2‑credit award on the form and check your state board’s CE policy.
Is the training considered live or self‑study?
The form specifies 'Self Study Course' which can be confused with live sessions.
→ Confirm the wording 'Self Study Course' on the form.
Can I use this form for any tax preparer certification?
The form is tied to the Paid Preparer Due Diligence Training only.
→ Ensure the course title matches the form.
Do I need to submit this form to the IRS?
The form is a certificate of completion, not a filing.
→ Keep the form for your records; no IRS submission required.
Will the 2 credits count toward my CPA license?
State boards decide credit applicability.
→ Contact your state board as suggested on the form.
What sponsor provided the training?
Sponsor information is printed on the form and may be overlooked.
→ Check the sponsor line: Internal Revenue Service Taxpayer Services Division Return Integrity and Compliance Services Refundable Credit Administration.
Questions about IRS Form 15200
What is IRS Form 15200 used for?
Form 15200 records that a tax preparer completed the required due‑diligence training. It shows the sponsor, program number, date of completion, and the two continuing‑education credits earned. The form proves the preparer met IRS training standards.
Who must file IRS Form 15200?
CPAs, attorneys, and other professionals licensed by state boards or organizations must file IRS Form 15200.
What information does IRS Form 15200 require?
The form collects the sponsor name, address, the 50‑minute contact‑hour training details, the IRS program number CEQXT‑T‑01613‑24‑S, catalog number 72129G, date completed, and the 2 CE credits earned.
How do I complete IRS Form 15200?
The preparer completes the 50‑minute self‑study Paid Preparer Due Diligence Training, then fills Form 15200 with the sponsor name and address, the IRS program number, catalog number, date of completion, and the 2 CE credits earned. The completed form serves as the official certificate of training.
Do I get CE credits for this training?
The form lists 2 credits, but some states may not count them. Verify the 2‑credit award on the form and check your state board’s CE policy.
Is the training considered live or self‑study?
The form specifies 'Self Study Course' which can be confused with live sessions. Confirm the wording 'Self Study Course' on the form.
Can I use this form for any tax preparer certification?
The form is tied to the Paid Preparer Due Diligence Training only. Ensure the course title matches the form.
Do I need to submit this form to the IRS?
The form is a certificate of completion, not a filing. Keep the form for your records; no IRS submission required.
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