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Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping Course Code FNS40222 Online

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Duration
  • Part Time
  • 17 months
Delivery
  • Online
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  • Chadstone

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Course Overview

The Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping equips you with the practical skills and knowledge to work in accounting, bookkeeping and financial administration roles across a wide range of industries.<p>Delivered through a flexible mix of teacher-led online and on-campus study, the course covers accounting systems, business activity statements (BAS), payroll, financial reports and bookkeeping practices.<p>You will also develop practical skills using accounting software and learn how to complete accounting and bookkeeping tasks in a professional business environment.

Career Opportunities

  • bookkeeping
  • BAS agent
  • payroll officer
  • accounts administration
  • accounts payable/ receivable.

Pathway to further studies

  • FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting

Studying the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping at Holmesglen

Study the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping through a flexible combination of teacher-led online and on-campus classes.<p>Depending on your timetable and scheduled learning activities, you may attend classes online or at Holmesglen's Chadstone campus. This gives you flexibility while still providing access to practical learning and teacher support.<p>Throughout the course, you will develop skills in financial reporting, payroll, business activity statements (BAS), accounting software and bookkeeping systems through guided learning, practical activities and assessments.<p>This course is not fully online. On-campus attendance may be required as part of your studies.

Entry Requirements

It is recommended that students have at a minimum:<br>• VCE (ATAR) or Year 11 with good skills in Mathematics or FNS30322 Certificate III in Accounts administration
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

TimeTable

The course is delivered over three semesters through a combination of teacher-led online and on-campus classes.<p>Your timetable may include scheduled online classes as well as on-campus sessions at Holmesglen's Chadstone campus.<p>First semester each week, students attend scheduled sessions either from 9.00am to 4.00pm or 4.30pm to 8.00pm.<p>Second semester each week, students attend scheduled sessions either from 9.00am to 4.00pm or 4.30pm to 8.00pm.<p>Third semester each week, students attend scheduled sessions either from 9.00am to 4.00pm or 4.30pm to 8.00pm.<p>Timetable details may vary between semesters. Students will be advised of their online and on-campus attendance requirements before classes commence.
Unit code Unit name
FNSACC321 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
FNSACC322 Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
FNSACC421 Prepare financial reports
BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets
FNSACC418 Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
FNSTPB411 Complete business activity and instalment activity statements
FNSTPB412 Establish and maintain payroll systems
FNSACC426 Set up and operate computerised accounting systems
FNSACC412 Prepare operational budgets
FNSACC414 Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entities
Unit code Unit name
FNSACC411 Process business tax requirements
BSBESB406 Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures
FNSACC523 Manage budgets and forecasts

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

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Recruitment

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Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

Upon completion of all 13 units of competencies students will be awarded FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

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Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $8,827
Government subsidised $3,906
Concession $782
Free TAFE eligible student FREE
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
General Services Fee $80 Per Semester
General Services Fee (Concession) $40 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

Textbooks $266.95 <br> <br>1. BSBTEC302 Design and Produce Spreadsheets (Excel), Software Publications. <br>2. BAS & IAS Preparation Using Xero, Phillip Palmer, Sonia Deaner & Antonella Todaro, 13th Edition, Learn Now. <br>3. Xero Establish and Maintain Payroll Systems, 5th Edition, Learner Link. <br>4. Xero Set Up and Operate Computerised Accounting Systems, 7th Edition, Learner Link.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-funding">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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