Fellows of NAEA’s National Tax Practice Institute™ (NTPI®) have completed a rigorous three tier curriculum which has uniquely prepared them to effectively represent their clients before all administrative levels of the IRS. Having successfully completed coursework covering all variances of examinations, audits, collections and appeals, and having studied best practices and role-playing, Fellows know the entire process from both the client and IRS perspective. While earning the EA license denotes competence and the right to represent taxpayers, Fellows have made the commitment to a higher level of knowledge and excellence which sets them apart.

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 Unity & Wholeness

The Closed Circle: While representing many things, the NTPI closed circle represents unity and wholeness – signifying the merging of each NTPI Level knowledge base into a oneness of foundational tax knowledge and the completion the program.

Victory & Triumph

Laurel Leaves: While it is very notable from depictions of Greek mythology and ancient Rome, the Laurel Leaf has been used to symbolize victory and triumph. The NTPI Laurel Leaves represent the triumph of our Fellows in achieving mastery in tax law and representation.

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Strength & Support

Pillar of Strength: Pillars are firm and steady, are often considered unmovable, and represent core support in architecture. NTPI Fellows have demonstrated firm expertise in tax law and in IRS resolution and serve as both strength and support to the taxpaying public.

Pinnacle of Academic Achievement

The Mortarboard: The familiar graduation cap, also known as a mortarboard, signifies the pinnacle of academic achievement. The NTPI cap is a representation of the Fellow’s readiness to represent taxpayers before the IRS ethically, with due diligence, and a commitment to continued learning.

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