I was wondering about something similar while going through my daughter’s education expenses. She had to pay for things like a CNA class, CPR training, and a stethoscope before getting into her nursing program, and it’s a bit confusing how the IRS treats those since they’re technically prerequisites. I found it helpful to read about how certain qualified expenses are handled, especially before being officially enrolled in a degree program.
Also, if anyone’s ever needed clear legal guidance on student or tax-related documentation in Canada, Legalbird has some helpful info and resources for understanding the legal side of things.
