what kind of basic license do i need for prepare/file tax return for public?

Question

I know there is a licese (not CAP and accountant licenses) for people who can prepare income tax for public. But, I don't know the title name of this license and what level of education do I need to achieve/complete?
PS: I will be educate in United States

Answer 1

Some states, including mine, California, require a license others let any idiot hang out a shingle and call himself a tax preparer. You should at least have some basic class, like that offered for a fee by H&R Block to the public, before you open up shop. Even with that you will be stumped half the time.

Answer 2

In most states there are no licensure requirements to hold yourself out as a tax preparer. CA has them and I think that NY does. I know that MO, TX, & OK do not. Not sure about others.

Answer 3

public accountant?