Question: I am trying to register for the EA exam and it is asking for my PTIN. What is a PTIN? Answer: New regulations require all paid tax return preparers to obtain a PTIN. Renewals for 2012 are expected to start in October 2011. You may apply for your PTIN in 4 easy steps. Click...Read More

Question: Will the CIA Exam be administered in testing windows? If so, what are they? Answer: No, the CIA exam will be offered year-round with no testing constraints. You can sit for the CIA exam 12 months a year. However, if you fail a part and wish to retest, there is a 90-day waiting period...Read More

Question: I’ve never sat for the CIA exam before, how many parts do I have to take at once? Answer: The CIA exam consists of four different parts, but you are not required to sit for all four parts at once. Our most successful candidates take the exam one part at a time. You should...Read More

Question: Once I receive passing scores on the SEE exam and become an EA, how will I promote my new credentials? Answer: It is important to let others know about your EA designation in a clear and concise manner. First you must tell your peers what you are now qualified to do: Advise, represent before...Read More

Question: What is the best way to study using my Test-Prep Software? Answer: The best way to study for your CIA Exam with the Test Prep Software is to use it as part of the Gleim CIA Review System. You should use it to take 20-question tests for each study unit in test mode after...Read More

Question: What are the benefits of using the Gleim Audio Reviews to study for the CIA Exam? Answer: Audios are a good way to learn the material you need for the CIA exam by turning your non-traditional study time into valuable learning opportunities. You can listen to the lectures anywhere you have access to a...Read More

Question: What are the CPE requirements for an enrolled agent who becomes enrolled in the middle of the calendar year? The regulations do not address this issue, other than to advise that 16 hours of CPE are required per calendar year during the rolling renewal transition. Answer: The Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR), which oversees...Read More

Question: Can I Take a Raincheck? If I schedule my exam, but need to cancel or reschedule what is the process? Answer: Once you make an appointment, you will be allowed to re-schedule your exam without penalty up to 48 hours prior to your appointment. You can do this online at www.pearsonvue.com/iia or by calling...Read More

Question: How much time should I spend on answering each question to stay within the appropriate time budget. Answer: Each part consists of 100 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 3 hours and 30 minutes. If you complete your 100 multiple-choice questions by allocating 1.5 to 2 minutes per question, you will have 10-60 minutes...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