Internal Revenue Service United States Department of the Treasury
Level Basic Advanced Military International

Credit for Child and Dependent Care Expenses Workout

Five Eligibility Tests

Skills Warm Up: Work-Related Expense Test

Question 2 of 2

Audrey is a stay-at-home mom. Her husband works and had earned income for the tax year. They have a young child with autism who must be supervised at all times. Audrey volunteers 12 hours a week at a local autism information hotline. She and her husband pay a caregiver to stay with their child during the hours she does her volunteer work.

Do they qualify for the child and dependent care credit?

Yes  |  No


Publication 4012, Child and Dependent Care Credit Expenses Tip

Publication 4012, Child and Dependent Care Credit Expenses Tip