Free File Volunteer Resources

A female Free File volunteer helps another woman with her taxes

Information Session Recording

Watch a recording of the information in less than 10 minutes here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find out even more about volunteering with Free File by visiting the FAQ Page.

Training Sessions

Information and Training sessions will be held beginning in November. Registration information coming soon.

Certification Information

The test questions are available in  Pub 6744, Volunteer Assistor's Test/Retest.

All volunteers need to take Volunteer Standards of Conduct (p. 14-16) and Intake Interview and Quality Review (p. 21-22).

If you plan to be a volunteer tax preparer, you will need to take ONE of the three tests listed below, all are found in Pub 6744, Volunteer Assistor's Test/Retest:

  • Basic Course Scenarios and Test Questions (p. 31-59). Not necessary if you are taking the Advanced Test.
  • Advanced Course Scenarios and Test Questions (p. 69-103). Preferred for all tax preparers.
  • Foreign Student Test for Volunteers (p. 161-188). This test is only needed if you are working with international students.

Follow the instructions for creating your Link and Learn account found in the guide for your volunteer position:

Another fantastic resource is VitaResources.net. This site will post study guides and will allow you to check your answers.