Learning Resources
Individual and group training, staff development, and continuing education tools
In-Person Software Training
Classroom Training is live in-person software instruction for current customers. In-person courses are held in various locations across the country and at Drake headquarters in Franklin, NC.
Drake Software Update Schools ®
Our Drake Software Update Schools ® prepare you for filing season by providing the latest tax news, industry developments, and software updates. Join us in-person or for a virtual school event from the comfort of your home or office. Earn up to 8 CPE credits.
2025 Schedule
Registration is open now!
Dallas, TX - November 10, 2025
Franklin, NC - November 13, 2025
Atlantic City, NJ - December 2, 2025
Charlotte, NC - December 10, 2025
Las Vegas, NV - December 16, 2025
Franklin, NC – January 6, 2026
Webcasts – Various times and dates available
Video Tutorial Library
Learn the basics of Drake Software products with these short instructional videos.
Passport to Success®
Get ready for a great tax season with Drake by completing an itinerary of important pre-season tax and software topics. We’ll stamp your Passport along the way to track your progress.
Online Instructor-led Webcasts
Our webcasts, presented in English and some in Spanish, provide an opportunity to experience classroom-style training from the comfort of your office.
- Drake Tax Basics
- Drake In-Depth
- Drake Documents and Drake Portals
- Drake Accounting Payroll Essentials
- Drake Accounting Bookkeeping Essentials
- And many more to choose from
Drake CPE
Stay current and earn continuing education by taking courses on Drake CPE. Drake is an approved CE provider with NASBA, CTEC, and the IRS, and is an approved IRS Annual Federal Tax Refresher Course (AFTR) provider.