can i deduct what i paid for a teaching program to get certified?

[cassandrarodriguez]

I paid 1,200 this 2024 for online course to get certified

[KeshaH]

If you're self-employed and the training/certification is related to your business, you can deduct the cost of education, training, and licensing against your business income. If you're not self-employed, this expense isn't currently deductible.