Live, Instructor-Led Certification
CTRC Resolution - Live Certification Program
November 16 – 17, 2026 · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET daily · Live, Instructor-Led
Earn your Certified Tax Representation Consultant (Resolution) credential live with Eric Green and the Tax Rep Network faculty — the premier certification for tax resolution. Two days and four parts covering the complete CTRC Resolution track, taught live so you can ask questions and work through real cases.
Only $495 · TRN Professional members attend free
The Program
Get Certified - Live
Our CTRC program is widely recognized as the premier certification for tax resolution. This special two-day program takes you through the complete CTRC Resolution certification track — from IRS collections and financial analysis through offers-in-compromise and payroll-tax and innocent-spouse relief — taught live so you can ask questions, work real examples, and earn your credential alongside your peers.
The Curriculum
What you'll master
Four parts across two days — Day 1 covers Parts 1 & 2, Day 2 covers Parts 3 & 4.
Part 1
IRS Collections & Enforcement
The collection process, compliance, liens, levies, uncollectible status, and installment agreements
Part 2
Completing the Form 433
Financial-analysis workshop: building the 433, reasonable collection potential, and the case file
Part 3
IRS Offers-in-Compromise
DATC, DATL, and ETA offers, the OIC process, and calculating RCP — with real case studies
Part 4
Payroll Tax Debts & Innocent Spouse Relief
Trust Fund Recovery Penalty, personal liability, and the forms of innocent-spouse relief (Form 8857)
Why It's Worth It
A credential clients and peers recognize
- Earn a respected credential that demonstrates your expertise in IRS representation — valid for three full years.
- Learn live and interactive: get your questions answered in real time by working practitioners.
- Receive an official Certificate of Completion to showcase your achievement.
- Build credibility with clients and differentiate your practice in a competitive marketplace.
Details
Program details
Dates: November 16 – 17, 2026 (2-day live program)
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern each day
Day 1 (Nov 16): Part 1 — IRS Collections & Enforcement · Part 2 — Completing the Form 433
Day 2 (Nov 17): Part 3 — IRS Offers-in-Compromise · Part 4 — Payroll Tax Debts & Innocent Spouse Relief
Format: Live, instructor-led
Credential: Certified Tax Representation Consultant (Resolution) — valid for three years
Credit
Earn up to 16 hours of CPE and IRS-CE credit
Four IRS-CE programs, 4 credit hours each. Complete Day 1 to earn Parts 1 & 2; complete Day 2 to earn Parts 3 & 4.
IRS-CE Program Numbers
Questions
What is CTRC Resolution?
CTRC Resolution is the collections-and-resolution track of the Certified Tax Representation Consultant program - the premier credential for IRS representation. This program is the live, instructor-led version.
When is the live program?
November 16-17, 2026 - two days, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern each day, taught live so you can ask questions and work through real cases with the faculty.
What does it cover?
Four parts across two days: IRS Collections & Enforcement, Completing the Form 433, IRS Offers-in-Compromise, and Payroll Tax Debts & Innocent Spouse Relief.
How long is the CTRC designation valid?
The CTRC credential is granted for three years, after which Tax Rep Network contacts the holder about renewal.
Do I need to already hold the CTRC to attend?
No. This program takes you through the complete CTRC Resolution track and prepares you to earn the credential.