This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the accounting and bookkeeping industry, including business activity statement (BAS) agents and contract bookkeepers; and of those employees performing bookkeeping tasks for organisations in a range of industries. It includes preparing and lodging business and instalment activity statements, data processing, monthly reconciliations, preparing budgets, preparing reports on financial performance and the position of the business, preparing end-of-year adjustments, and finalising financial records after year-end. Dealing with the Commissioner of Taxation on behalf of a taxpayer in relation to activity statements and other lodgement matters is also a key component of the role that this qualification reflects. Individuals in these roles apply theoretical and specialist skills and knowledge to work autonomously, and exercise judgement in completing routine and non-routine activities.
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.
What is the purpose of bksb?
The Basic Key Skills Builder (bksb) is an approved online review tool that will give you a level for your English (literacy) and Maths (numeracy) levels, and can also help to identify any skill gaps or areas that you might need additional support in.
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AQF Level | Level 4: Certificate IV |
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This qualification consists of competency in 10 core units and 3 elective units. Upon completing all 13 units, students will receive a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.
Career Opportunities: Employment in accounting job roles with duties such as - Completing Business Activity Statements (BAS) and other office taxes, operational reporting, producing non-complex management reports including compiling budget information, supervising the operation of computer-based financial systems, classifying, recording, and reporting accounting information, managing a small office, and ensuring relevant legal requirements are adhered to.
Pathways: Students who successfully complete FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping will be eligible for entry into CQ01 Bachelor of Accounting or CL86 Bachelor of Business and may be eligible for credit.
Study Mode Definitions
*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.
12mths - 18 mths
One (1) unit per 10 week study period
To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommended limiting your workload to no more than one (1) unit per study period.
Some students may progress at a faster rate based on their experience, knowledge, and skills, as they will be able to apply the actual context of workplace experience to their assessments.
This qualification consists of competency in 10 core units and 3 elective units.
Three (3) electives have been recommended for the Online Course delivery.
Students should enrol in a maximum of one (1) unit at a time, commencing at Stage 1 and progressing through to Stage 13.
For students wishing to enrol into more than the recommended one (1) unit maximum, this must be discussed with the Teacher prior to enrolling.
On successful completion of all 13 units, students will receive a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.
This qualification consists of competency in 10 core and 3 elective units.
Three (3) electives have been recommended for the Online Course delivery.
Students should enrol in a maximum of one (1) unit at a time.
For students wishing to enrol into more than the recommended one (1) unit maximum, this must be discussed with the Teacher prior to enrolling.
On successful completion of all 13 units, students will receive a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.
12 - 18 months
One (1) unit per 10 week study period
To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommended limiting your workload to no more than one (1) unit per study period.
Some students may progress at a faster rate based on their experience, knowledge, and skills, as they will be able to apply the actual context of workplace experience to their assessments.
This qualification consists of competency in 10 core units and 3 elective units.
Three (3) electives have been recommended for the Trainee Course delivery.
Students should enrol in a maximum of one (1) unit at a time, commencing at Stage 1 and progressing through to Stage 13.
For students wishing to enrol into more than the recommended one (1) unit maximum, this must be discussed with the Teacher prior to enrolling.
On successful completion of all 13 units, students will receive a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.
This qualification consists of competency in 10 core and 3 elective units.
Students should enrol in a maximum of one (1) unit at a time.
For students wishing to enrol into more than the recommended one (1) unit maximum, this must be discussed with the Teacher prior to enrolling.
On successful completion of all 13 units, students will receive a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.
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