Description
Course Overview
Employee stock options and other forms of stock-based compensation present important federal tax considerations for employers and employees. This course examines the tax treatment of stock options, including income recognition, reporting and withholding requirements, alternative minimum tax (AMT) considerations, basis, and holding periods. It also addresses tax planning strategies associated with different types of employee stock options and stock-based compensation. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of the federal tax rules affecting these arrangements and the reporting and planning considerations involved.
What You'll Learn
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
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Distinguish between the tax treatment, reporting requirements, and planning considerations for different types of employee stock options and stock-based compensation.
Who This Course Is For
Tax professionals with general knowledge of federal taxation who prepare returns or advise clients involving employee stock options and stock-based compensation.
Looking for additional tax education? Browse our self-study CPE courses covering a variety of federal tax topics.
| NASBA |
Field of Study: Taxes CPE Credit: 1.0 hour Delivery Method: QAS Self-Study |
| IRS |
Field of Study: Federal Tax Law CE Credit: 1.0 hour IRS Program Number: VP8T3-T-00576-26-S |
| CTEC | Field of Study: Federal Tax Law CE Credit: 1.0 hour CTEC Course Number: 1044-CE-05405 |
| Publication Date: | 5/1/2026 |
| Instructional Delivery Method: | QAS Self-Study |
| Level: | Intermediate |
| Prerequisites: | General knowledge of taxation |
| Advanced Preparation: | No Advanced Preparation Required |
| Author: | Lee Reams, Sr., BSME, EA |
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