Tax Education
Attend a Class
CDTFA offers no-cost classes on many topics both in person and online. See the list below for available webinars, workshops, seminars, and classes and sign up using the registration link provided.
In addition, we offer a quarterly Tax Class Day that brings our popular Basic Sales & Use Tax AND Tax Return Preparation class to your local office for in-person instruction, often in both English and Spanish.
For self-paced instructional videos in English or Spanish, visit Video Resources and Tutorials.
Filter the events below (by month, location, etc.):
Seminario Basico de Impuestos sobre las Ventas y el Uso
Obtener conocimiento de los impuestos sobre las ventas y uso, impuesto de distrito, impuesto sobre la mano de obra, y impuesto sobre el impuesto sobre las ventas interestatales y exterior. Obtenga información si es necesario obtener un permiso de vendedor y como usar un certificado de reventas. Aprenda como verificar si califica para exenciones y deducciones. Determine como AB147 y el facilitador de mercado afecta su negocio.
| Fecha | Localización | Enlace de Registro | Idioma |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martes, 3 de noviembre de 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
En linea por applicacion Microsoft Teams, California Department of Tax & Fee Administration | Regístrese en línea | Español |
| Martes, 8 de diciembre de 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
En linea por applicacion Microsoft Teams | Regístrese en línea | Español |
Basic Recordkeeping
Gain a solid foundation on what records should be kept, how long to keep them, and what details are most important. Find out what should be reflected on your receipts? You’ll discover how good recordkeeping will reduce your fear of audit and improve your business operation.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, October 28, 2026 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Class is full. | English |
Basic Sales & Use Tax
Gain an understanding of sales and use tax, district tax, taxable and nontaxable labor, as well as foreign and interstate taxability. Learn if you need a seller’s permit and how to use a resale certificate. Discover exemptions and deductions which may be available to you. Determine how AB 147 and the Market Place Facilitator Act affects your business.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, November 5, 2026 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Class is full. | English |
| Thursday, November 19, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Thursday, December 10, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Wednesday, December 16, 2026 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
Basic Sales & Use Tax AND Tax Return Preparation (combined)
Gain an understanding of sales and use tax, district tax, taxable and nontaxable labor, as well as foreign and interstate taxability. Discover exemptions and deductions which may be available to you. Determine how AB 147 and the Market Place Facilitator Act affects your business. Then, get step-by-step instructions on how to file a Sales and Use Tax return electronically using our new online services system.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, November 3, 2026 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
Food Industry
Restaurants, Convenience Stores, Food Trucks, Caterers – don’t miss this special webinar from the CDTFA! Learn how to navigate the complex menu of what foods are taxable and non-taxable, the “80/80 Rule,” and combo meals. Understand the law regarding employee meals, gratuities, catering and coupons. All that and more in this special webinar created just for you.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, November 4, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Monday, November 30, 2026 1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Wednesday, December 2, 2026 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
What To Expect If Selected For An IFTA Audit Webinar
The CDTFA's Motor Carrier Office (MCO) will provide information on what to expect during an IFTA audit from the initial notification letter through exit conference. Discover what an auditor looks for, how they arrive at their final result, and your rights during an audit. Learn record retention requirements, how to keep proper distance and fuel records, as well as leased vehicle requirements. Lastly, we will introduce you to the new IFTA Records Review Program and provide you additional IFTA resources so you can avoid the most common errors. This webinar, conducted through Teams, should be viewed via a personal computer (PC) or laptop, not a phone or mobile device. After registering, you will be emailed a link to the Microsoft Teams webinar the day before the class.
Internet and Home-Based Businesses
Many owners are surprised to find no blanket exemption for their Internet and home-based businesses. Learn how the recent Wayfair decision and marketplace facilitator rules have affected your online sales. Determine if you need a seller’s permit or are simply a qualified purchaser or 6015 retailer. Discover when district tax is applicable and how to sell items “tax included.” Consignment sales and drop shipping are also part of this informative presentation.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, December 1, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Thursday, December 17, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
Manufacturing and Research & Development Equipment Exemption
A no-nonsense incentive offering California manufacturers and research & development firms a sales tax break on their equipment purchases. See who and what qualifies, and the simplified paperwork. Everything from repair parts to full manufacturing plants. This savings is also available to contractors and sub-contractors working for a manufacturer, as well as electric power generating companies.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, November 20, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
Sales and Use Tax for Nonprofit Organizations
Many are surprised to learn that there is no blanket exemption and that a sellers’ permit is required for most nonprofits. Get the rules that apply to your particular 501(c)(3), religious, youth, veteran, school, fraternal or other charitable organization. You’ll receive instruction on holding that spaghetti dinner or pancake breakfast, selling gift baskets, conducting raffles, and other taxable fund raisers.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, November 24, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
Sales and Use Tax for Photographers
Develop your knowledge of sales and use tax as it applies to professional photography. This session exposes you to topics like digital vs. tangible photographs, reproduction rights, and technology transfer agreements. We will go frame-by-frame on subjects like stock photography, third party online galleries, and preliminary & finished art. Whether you're a portrait, wedding, or commercial photographer, we will capture the subjects you need.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, November 6, 2026 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
Sales Tax Return Preparation
Get step-by-step instructions on how to file your Sales and Use Tax return electronically using our new online services system. Learn how to pay use tax, figure out deductions, and calculate district tax when it’s applicable to your sales. You’ll finish with the know-how to file your sales and use tax return completely online!
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, October 28, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Martes, 10 de noviembre de 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
En Linea por APLICACION MICROSOFT TEAMS | Regístrese en línea | Español |
| Tuesday, November 17, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Thursday, December 3, 2026 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Martes, 15 de diciembre de 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
En Linea por APLICACION MICROSOFT TEAMS | Regístrese en línea | Español |
| Tuesday, December 22, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
Used Car Dealers Tax Return Preparation
Kick the tires on this brand-new presentation for used car dealers that pay tax directly to the DMV. You'll get a step-by-step test drive on filling out a sales and use tax return. We cover the online procedure bumper to bumper including schedules C, A, and required DMV paperwork. ROS requirements, plus retail, wholesale, and out-of-state sales are all on the table in this helpful new class.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, November 16, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
What To Expect If You're Audited
Give yourself piece of mind should you be selected for audit. Learn what to expect from your first notification letter through the exit conference. Avoid common errors and hear what records to keep. Discover what might have generated the audit, what an auditor looks for, and what are their forms of analysis. You can even self-assess with our Managed Audit Program.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, November 4, 2026 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PST |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |