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Education that is part of a program of study that will qualify you for a new trade or business isn't qualifying work-related education. This is true even if you don't plan to enter that trade or business.
If you are an employee, a change of duties that involves the same general kind of work isn't a new trade or business.
Example 1.
You are an accountant. Your employer requires you to get a law degree at your own expense. You register at a law school for the regular curriculum that leads to a law degree. Even if you don't intend to become a lawyer, the education isn't qualifying because the law degree will qualify you for a new trade or business.
@chasesr71 look at the lifetime learning credit....just key in the 1098-T form into TT and TT will figure out what you are eligible and not eligible for.
https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/llc
The lifetime learning credit (LLC) is for qualified tuition and related expenses paid for eligible students enrolled in an eligible educational institution. This credit can help pay for undergraduate, graduate and professional degree courses — including courses to acquire or improve job skills. There is no limit on the number of years you can claim the credit. It is worth up to $2,000 per tax return.
Who can claim the LLC?
To claim a LLC, you must meet all three of the following:
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