Virginia's Revenue & Taxation pathway develops expertise in tax administration, revenue collection, tax compliance, and fiscal management—preparing students for careers supporting government revenue operations and tax services.
Students study taxation principles, tax law, revenue collection procedures, tax compliance, audit processes, and fiscal analysis. They analyze tax issues and develop revenue solutions through case studies and simulations.
Graduates work as tax specialists, revenue analysts, tax auditors, or government tax administrators. Virginia's extensive tax administration creates employment opportunities. Advanced students pursue accounting or public administration programs.
Revenue & Taxation at a Glance
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Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Virginia's revenue and taxation standards address tax principles, revenue collection, compliance, and audit procedures. Standards align with Virginia Department of Taxation regulations and procedures.
Students demonstrate competency through tax analysis projects and revenue assessments. The state integrates Virginia tax law knowledge.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Taxation Fundamentals |
| Tax Law and Compliance |
| Revenue Collection and Administration |
| Tax Analysis and Audit Procedures |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
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- ✓National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Tax Specialist
Entry LevelSalary range: $59,690 - $121,290
Revenue Analyst
Entry LevelSalary range: $81,990 - $140,840
Tax Administrator
ExperiencedSalary range: $95,580 - $171,910
Tax Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $77,790 - $174,120
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern at Department of Taxation and local tax administration offices throughout Virginia.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in DECA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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