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Version Effective: 3rd of June, 2021
FNS30317 - Certificate III in Accounts Administration
Course Details
Course Summary
This qualification reflects the job roles of employees with functions that could include financial data entry, processing accounts and payrolls, providing customer service in financial transactions and producing financial reports. Individuals in these roles apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy and judgement and to take limited responsibility in known situations under general supervision. No licensing or certification requirements apply to this qualification.
Entry Requirements
Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course
Course Details
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| AQF Level | Level 3: Certificate III |
Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
Not Applicable |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
A student completing the Certificate III in Accounts Administration have the possibility of the following occupational outcomes:
Inventory Clerks, Accounts Clerks, Payroll Clerks, Accounting Operatives, Accounts Receivable Clerks, Accounts Payable Clerks.
Course Structures
In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete 7 core units
- Complete 4 elective units
Study Mode Definitions
- Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
- On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
- Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
Standard Course Structure
Learners have a finish date for individual units but may complete their training sooner if they have reached the required skill level. As most students will undertake this course online on a part-time basis, the duration for the full qualification will vary. The course can typically be completed in 18 months, based on approximately 1200 hours of learning.
- RPL/RCC/Credit
- Online
| Core It is recommended that you enrol in one or two units per intake. It is strongly recommended you complete FNSACC311 before FNSACC312 and that FNSACC304 be the last core unit completed. |
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| BSBITU306 | Design and produce business documents | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBWRT301 | Write simple documents | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FNSACC313 | Perform financial calculations | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FNSACC311 | Process financial transactions and extract interim reports | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FNSACC312 | Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FNSACC304 | Conduct business activities using a computerised accounting system | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FNSINC301 | Work effectively in the financial services industry | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Elective You must complete 4 electives. Either BSBCUS301 or BSBWOR301 can be completed as the final unit, you can select which unit you prefer. |
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| BSBFIA302 | Process Payroll | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBITU304 | Produce spreadsheets | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBFIA401 | Prepare financial reports | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBCUS301 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
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| 1 | BSBITU306 - Design and produce business documents |
| 2 | BSBWRT301 - Write simple documents |
| 3 | FNSACC313 - Perform financial calculations |
| 4 | FNSACC311 - Process financial transactions and extract interim reports |
| 5 | FNSACC312 - Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers |
| 6 | FNSACC304 - Conduct business activities using a computerised accounting system |
| 7 | FNSINC301 - Work effectively in the financial services industry |
The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
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| BSBITU304 | Produce spreadsheets |
| BSBFIA302 | Process Payroll |
| BSBFIA401 | Prepare financial reports |
| BSBCUS301 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
| BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development |
Course Assessment Information
RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
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| Written/Electronic Assessment |
| Practical Task |
| RPL |
| Project |
Course Learning Outcomes
Where and when can I start?
Please view the more details information for any additional information related to this course.
Domestic 2019 Availabilities
Standard Course Structure
Online
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
December: Full Time/Part Time
Domestic 2020 Availabilities
Standard Course Structure
Online
January: Full Time/Part Time
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
December: Full Time/Part Time
Domestic 2021 Availabilities
Standard Course Structure
Online
January: Full Time/Part Time
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
December: Full Time/Part Time
Domestic 2022 Availabilities
Standard Course Structure
Online
January: Full Time/Part Time
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
December: Full Time/Part Time
Domestic 2023 Availabilities
Standard Course Structure
Online
January: Full Time/Part Time
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
For individual class days and times for each intake please check the TAFE Timetable located here
The availabilities shown above are for the current and future years. To view any historic availabilities please press "Show Historic Availabilities" below:
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
This course has moved into a transition period.
All students studying this course MUST complete their studies by 11 December 2023. The last enrolment intake date for students is October 2023. Please note there will be no extensions beyond 11 December 2023.
What else might I find useful?
Financial assistance with fees may be available through concessions or via ‘Time to Pay’ payment plan. This and other information such as student support, study and library assistance can be found at www.cqu.edu.au/current-student
Is what I already know taken into account?
Yes. Your current skills and experience matter to us. Consideration is given to your prior life and work experience as well as formal and informal training. You can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) through our RPL centre. Please note that documentary evidence will be requested as well as other sources of evidence.