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FNSSS00014 - Accounting Principles Skill Set

Duration12 mths - 18 mths One (1) unit per 10 week study period To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend 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 would be able to apply the actual context of workplace experience to their assessments. FNSTPB411 and FNSTPB412 include a supervised assessment conducted via Zoom. These two units must not be enrolled for the same intake study period as the supervised assessments are held simultaneously for both units.
Location
Online
Next intakeJanuary, 2024
Study modeOnline
Total units7
Fee-Free TAFE course for eligible applicants in 2023.

Overview

This nationally recognised skill set is the ideal way to build a foundation of knowledge for workers in accounting and bookkeeping job roles who use knowledge of accounting principles to perform a range of analytical tasks in a variety of industries.

This skill set addresses the skills and knowledge required to apply accounting principles in accounting and bookkeeping job roles in a variety of industries that involve a range of analytical tasks.



This skill set is a nationally recognised accredited course.

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Career Opportunities

This qualification consists of competency in seven (7)  units. On successful completion of all 7 units, students will receive FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set.

Career opportunities: Accounts Supervisor, Accounts Officer, Bookkeeper

Pathways: The units of competency within FNSSS00014, provide credit towards FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.

Structure & Availability

Online Course

Duration:

12 mths - 18 mths

One (1) unit per 10 week study period

To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend 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 would be able to apply the actual context of workplace experience to their assessments.

 

FNSTPB411 and FNSTPB412 include a supervised assessment conducted via Zoom. These two units must not be enrolled for the same intake study period as the supervised assessments are held simultaneously for both units.


Core

Unit CodeUnit Name
FNSACC321Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
FNSACC322Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
FNSACC426Set up and operate computerised accounting systems
FNSACC421Prepare financial reports
FNSACC418Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
FNSTPB412Establish and maintain payroll systems
FNSTPB411Complete business activity and instalment activity statements

Standard Course Structure

IntakeLocations
January, 2023Online
February, 2023Online
March, 2023Online
April, 2023Online
May, 2023Online
June, 2023Online
July, 2023Online
August, 2023Online
September, 2023Online
October, 2023Online

Online Course

IntakeLocations
November, 2023Online
December, 2023Online
January, 2024Online
February, 2024Online
March, 2024Online
April, 2024Online
May, 2024Online
June, 2024Online
July, 2024Online
August, 2024Online
September, 2024Online
October, 2024Online
November, 2024Online
December, 2024Online

This course has no residential schools.

Requirements

Students enrolling in an accredited skill set are exempt from the Basic Skills Builder Testing (bksb).

However, the applicant must acknowledge an online declaration, within the online application process, that the applicant has the necessary language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) skills to undertake the study and/or will access LLN support if required.

Fees & Scholarships

2023 Indicative Fees

Fee TypeFees
Fee for service$2,912
Fee for service per unit$416

2024 Indicative Fees

Fee TypeFees
Fee for service$3,059
Fee for service per unit$437
RPL Fee for service per Unit$219

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Before you apply, you will need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). If you do not have a USI, creating one is quick and easy. Simply visit usi.gov.au to create one. International students can apply for a USI once in Australia.

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