Our most successful candidates have found that knowing what to expect on the day of their exam helps relieve their exam anxiety. To put yourself in a position of success and pass the exam quickly, read through the Prometric Test Center Rules in the Gleim EA System for Success Booklet.Read More
Currently, the Special Enrollment Examination is administered by computer at nearly 300 Prometric testing centers located across the United States and internationally. Testing centers are located in most major metropolitan areas. A complete list of these testing centers, addresses, and driving directions is located at prometric.com/IRS. Simply choose “Locate a Testing Center.” Most locations are...Read More
Question: Should I talk to my Personal Counselor if I don’t understand a specific topic in my EA review? Answer: The Personal Counselors have a wealth of knowledge about the exam itself and how to effectively study with your complete system, but they do not answer technical accounting questions. Gleim has experts in accounting available...Read More
While studying for the EA exam you might find yourself frustrated by the long study hours or particular topics that you find difficult. One way you may avoid being frustrated during your preparation is by concentrating on your motivation to take and pass the exam. A promotion at work, a pay increase, greater standing in...Read More
Having a professional certification will do more than just increase your salary. It can help make up for mediocre grades or a lack of experience. Certifications are a great way to open doors. Enrolled Agents (EAs) are individuals who have demonstrated special competence in tax matters and professional ethics, and have been enrolled to practice...Read More
Question: How much time do I have to complete the EA Exam? Answer: For each of the three parts of the the EA Exam you will have 3.5 hours to answer 100 multiple-choice questions. Your total seat time will be 4 hours to allow for a tutorial and survey.Read More
Most candidates who do not pass the EA exam on their first attempt have not adequately prepared prior to the exam. To pass, you should: Use the Gleim EA Review System, which consists of books, Test Prep Software download, Audio Reviews, Test Prep for Windows Mobile, and EA Gleim Online. Have frequent interaction with your...Read More
Question: When do I need to apply for renewal if I do not have a social security number? Answer: You must apply for renewal between November 1 and January 31 prior to April 1 of the year that your next enrollment cycle begins. If you are a foreign citizen enrolled to practice before the Internal...Read More
Be a success in whatever you choose to do with your life. People learn and grow as individuals and therefore need to find their own personalized system to achieve success. For me, making a career of the things I enjoy most was the only way to go. Remember that there is no substitute for studying...Read More
Question: Will paper and pencil be provided at the Prometric testing center? Answer: Yes, scratch paper and pencils are provided at the testing center. Some testing centers may provide candidates with a hand-held calculator, but all testing centers provide an onscreen scientific calculator.Read More
