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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miércoles, 1 de julio de 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT |
En linea por applicacion MICROSOFT TEAMS
Departamento de Administración de Impuestos y Tarifas de California |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, June 18, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. PDT |
Banning Chamber of Commerce Office
60 E Ramsey St, STE C Banning, CA 92220 |
Register Online | English |
| Wednesday, June 24, 2026 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. PDT |
Menifee Webinar via Teams | Register Online | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, June 17, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Wednesday, July 8, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, June 10, 2026 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Tuesday, July 7, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) Return Filing Webinar
The Motor Carrier Office will show you how to create a username and password to gain full access to your IFTA account. View past filings, receive automatic account notifications, and more! We'll provide step-by-step instruction on how to file and pay your quarterly IFTA tax returns electronically, including information on a non-operations return, non-taxable fuel purchases, and traveling through non-IFTA jurisdictions. Upload a Jurisdiction Schedule, which will automatically input all jurisdictions, miles, and gallons to your IFTA return. This webinar, conducted through Microsoft 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.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, July 14, 2026 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT |
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.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, July 15, 2026 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, June 10, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Monday, July 6, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
Liquor Stores, Convenience Markets, and Gas Stations
Whether you have gas pumps out front, spirits on your shelves, or a little bit of everything in your corner store, this hybrid tax presentation has you covered. Everything from cigarettes to CRV, CalFresh to fuel sales, and liquor to lottery, you'll find the convenience of learning it all in this well-stocked presentation.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. PDT |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, July 13, 2026 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
Motor Vehicle Dealers
"All dealers must go!" to this huge inventory of tax tips for sellers of automobiles. This full line of topics include: leasing, repossessions, trade-ins, loaners, demonstrators, and consignments. New requirements for the DMV, California Battery and Tire Fees, and interstate commerce exemptions are unveiled. Plus, special situations involving your Native American, foreign, and veteran customers.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, June 9, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Class is full. | English |
Sales and Use Tax for Auto Repair Shops
Open the hood on your taxability of parts and labor. Get the scoop on tools and supply items, and the rules on invoicing. Learn about use tax and how to complete a resale certificate. We’ll run down the tax implications of sublet repairs and working on vehicles for resale too. Tires, batteries, glass, paint and bodywork are all covered in this specialized class for Auto Repair.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, June 29, 2026 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
Sales and Use Tax for Construction Contractors
Construction contractors and subcontractors can build a firm foundation of sales and use tax as it applies to your building projects. We'll frame the tax differences between Lump Sum, Time and Material, and Cost-Plus-A-Fee contracts. Then we'll assemble tax implications of materials, fixtures, machinery, and equipment as well as nailing down charges for fabrication and repair labor.
| Date | Location | Registration Link | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, June 19, 2026 9:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. PDT |
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, June 24, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Wednesday, July 15, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |
| Wednesday, July 29, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, June 30, 2026 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. PDT |
Online Webinar via Microsoft Teams | Register Online | English |