Tax deductions for training and development professionals

Training and development professionals plan, develop, implement, and evaluate training and development programmes.

Employment Profile

Average weekly pay:          $1,550  
Employment size:               21,500  
Future growth:                    Stable     
Skill level                             Bachelor Degree or Higher

Typical tax deductions include:

• Motor vehicle travel to and from work if having either shifting workplaces (working at more than one site each day before returning home), or transporting bulky equipment, i.e. client samples and demonstration equipment.   
• Motor vehicle travel between offices, visiting clients or for training purposes. 
• Phone and internet – work %.  
• Computers, tools and equipment.  
• Handbag, briefcase or satchel.  
• Overnight travel expenses visiting clients or attending different workplaces – includes airfares, accommodation and meals.   
• Home office running expenses. 
• Compulsory work uniform branded with the employers logo.  
• Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions.   
• Work-related training courses – includes first aid, OH&S, bookkeeping, sales techniques, customer service, merchandising, computer skills or management.  
• Self-education expenses – includes course fees, books, stationery, equipment and travel.

Non-deductible expenses:

• Entertainment expenses such as buying lunch for a client or business associate. 
• Expenses incurred in attending social functions e.g. monthly networking breakfasts.

Tax Strategies we can assist you with.

Self education expenses
Computers, tools, equipment and other assets
Compulsory work uniform
Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions
Phone and internet
Motor vehicle expenses: cents per km method
Home office running expenses
Handbags, briefcases and satchels
Overnight travel expenses