I went back to school for my profession, but it wasn't required by my job can I deduct?

[rootrl]

I am an RN  and went back to get a Bachelors in nursing, highly suggested, but not required by my job, can I deduct that tuition?

[AmyT]

If taken at an accredited school, the cost of the courses may by eligible for the lifetime learning credit.  Please see https://www.irs.gov/individuals/education-credits-aotc-llc for more information.  To see if your school is accredited, you can contact them directly or do a search at https://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/