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Become a Certified Maverick Tax Strategist
This isn’t another course.
This is your elevation into authority.
The Certified Maverick™ designation positions you as a recognized Tax Maverick Strategist — backed by advanced strategy training, CE credits, and a powerful professional ecosystem.
If you're ready to stop being “just a preparer” and start being the advisor clients seek out, this is your next move.
What You Receive as a Certified Maverick™
12 Months as a Certified Maverick Tax Strategist
Official designation and recognition under the Maverick standard of advisory excellence.
12 Hours of Professional Continuing Education (CE)
Advance your credentials while expanding your strategic advisory capabilities.
Digital Certification Badge
Display your authority across your website, email signature, LinkedIn, and marketing materials.
Exclusive Certified Maverick Community
Private access to high-level advisors committed to premium strategy delivery.
Dedicated Support
You’re not alone. Get direct support as you implement and elevate your advisory services.
Quarterly Certified Maverick Workshops
Ongoing refinement, advanced strategies, and implementation sessions throughout the year.
You're prepared before the client ever challenges a recommendation.





Official Graduation Ceremony
Be publicly listed as a Certified Maverick Advisor.

Bring real client situations.




12 Months as a Certified Maverick Tax Strategist
Official designation and recognition under the Maverick standard of advisory excellence.
12 Hours of Professional Continuing Education (CE)
Advance your credentials while expanding your strategic advisory capabilities.
Digital Certification Badge
Display your authority across your website, email signature, LinkedIn, and marketing materials.
Exclusive Certified Maverick Community
Private access to high-level advisors committed to premium strategy delivery.
Dedicated Support
You’re not alone. Get direct support as you implement and elevate your advisory services.
Quarterly Certified Maverick Workshops
Ongoing refinement, advanced strategies, and implementation sessions throughout the year.
Official Graduation Ceremony
We’ll provide you with all the tools and support you need to build your confidence. With the help of our Tax Planning Software and step-by-step training, you’ll feel empowered to offer these services with ease. Plus, you’ll get hands-on experience during the workshop, which will boost your confidence in delivering high-value advisory services.
The Certified Maverick Tax Strategist designation is a performance-based credential that validates your ability to build, communicate, and deliver strategic tax planning at a high level.
It is valuable because:
• It focuses on execution, not just education
• It includes twelve IRS-approved Continuing Education hours
• It is a trademarked credential, not a generic course
• It provides a professional plaque, badge, and certification for public display
• It grants access to the Certified Advisor Network, launching in 2026
This certification shows clients and peers that you are operating at the top tier of strategy and leadership in the tax industry.
The IRS does not recognize or endorse private certifications.
However, the certification includes twelve hours of IRS-approved Continuing Education through an authorized CE provider. These credits are accepted for:
• Enrolled Agents
• CPAs (depending on state board rules)
• Attorneys where applicable
• Tax professionals required to meet annual CE obligations
• Complete all four training modules
• Pass a certification quiz with a score of 75 percent or higher
• Submit a strategic tax plan
• Record and submit a five-minute walkthrough video
• Complete all requirements within twelve months of enrollment
Yes. Once certified, you can display the title Certified Maverick Tax Strategist:
• On LinkedIn
• In your proposal decks
• In your email signature and client onboarding
• Inside the Certified Advisor Network directory
• In all client-facing and team-facing brand materials
No, this certification is for all levels of expertise.
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