RESOURCES AND TRAINING
We offer beginner volunteer training. Log-in to VHub below for in-person or virtual training session.
Your training journey
Step 1
Get set up
You’ll use three portals: Volunteer Hub to register, TaxSlayer to practice, and Link & Learn to take your test.
Step 2
Learn with us
Join our training, either in-person or online, to strengthen your skills, boost confidence, and prepare for volunteering.
Step 3
Get certified
Get IRS certified with our full support. Once you’re certified, you’re ready to start making a difference in someone’s life.
Self-Paced Certification Training
All volunteers need to complete the Volunteer Standards of Conduct (VSC), Interview & Quality Review (IIQR), with the option to complete the Basic or Advanced Tax Certification and Quality Review Training. Volunteers must score 80%+ on required tests.
Intake Case Review Training Self-Paced
Tax Certification Training Self-Paced – Returning volunteers are encouraged to complete this training.
Use Pub 6744 for test questions and answer sheet.
VITA Test Alerts: Basic Test, Scenario 7: Pg. 45 – Form 1099-DIV, withholding should be $260 and Question #14 – question should read “Craig and Sarah’s standard deduction amount is $30,000.”
Training Accounts Needed for Training
Practice Lab: https://vita.taxslayerpro.com/IRSTraining Universal access code: TRAINPROWEB
Link & Learn: https://www.linklearncertification.com
Study Guides and Answer Review
Below you’ll find helpful guides and resources to help you get through training.
Extra Learning Videos
QR Training Passcode: BdkeD@2a
Get started
To volunteer with Ladder Up, you’ll use three easy online tools – each with a specific purpose
Your home base
1. Volunteer Account
You’ve already done this step–great work. Here you can sign up for shifts, track your hours and access important docs.
Get hands-on practice
2. Tax Slayer
Complete free training exercises, which will prepare you for certification. Sign up using our password: TRAINPROWEB
vita.taxslayerpro.com/IRStraining
Take your certificate exam
3. Link & Learn
Access IRS resources, explore tax law topics, and submit your certification test.
linklearncertification.com
