At a glance
Combine practical bookkeeping skills and analytical accounting nous in this mid-level course, and get the qualifications you need to open up bookkeeping and accounting roles across a range of industries.
JOB PROSPECTS
- Bookkeeper
- Payroll Officer
- Accounts Clerk
COURSE OUTCOME
FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Course overview
Get a head start on your finance career and combine practical bookkeeping skills and analytical accounting nous with this mid-level course. Get the qualifications and practical skills you need to work in bookkeeping or accounting roles across a range of industries.
The accounting sector is currently experiencing strong growth, with the Australian Government expecting to see at least 50,000 job openings in the next five years. In this course you'll learn how to prepare and lodge business and installment activity statements, prepare financial reports, establish payroll systems, and provide advice to taxpayers in relation to activity statements.
Successful completion of this course meets the Tax Practitioners Board requirements for registration as a BAS agent. You'll also be qualified to enter the finance industry as a bookkeeper, accounts clerk, or payroll officer.
At TAFE Queensland we believe in providing quality pathways to further education opportunities. Give yourself the best chance to advance your career with further study options that will open up further employment opportunities in the world of financial services.
This new course is currently available at selected Greater Brisbane locations only. It combines and supercedes the Certificate IV in Accounting (FNS40615) and the Certificate IV in Bookkeeping (FNS40215). Other locations are currently in teach out periods. For information about these courses as available at other locations, please view the Certificate IV in Accounting (FNS40615) or Certificate IV in Bookkeeping (FNS40215) course brochure.
Units
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and x elective units from the list below.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| BSBFIA401 |
Prepare financial reports | |
| BSBSMB412 |
Introduce cloud computing into business operations | |
| FNSTPB402 |
Establish and maintain payroll systems | |
| FNSTPB401 |
Complete business activity and instalment activity statements | |
| FNSACC416 |
Set up and operate a computerised accounting system | |
| FNSACC408 |
Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry | |
| FNSACC312 |
Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers | |
| FNSACC311 |
Process financial transactions and extract interim reports | |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast | ||
| FNSACC313 |
Perform financial calculations | |
| BSBITU402 |
Develop and use complex spreadsheets | |
| BSBITU306 |
Design and produce business documents | |
| FNSACC412 |
Prepare operational budgets | |
| FNSACC513 |
Manage budgets and forecasts | |
| Greater Brisbane / Gold Coast | ||
| FNSACC413 |
Make decisions in a legal context | |
| BSBITU402 |
Develop and use complex spreadsheets | |
| FNSINC504 |
Apply ethical frameworks and principles to make and act upon decisions | |
| FNSACC412 |
Prepare operational budgets | |
| FNSACC513 |
Manage budgets and forecasts | |
| Online | ||
| FNSACC313 |
Perform financial calculations | |
| BSBITU402 |
Develop and use complex spreadsheets | |
| BSBITU306 |
Design and produce business documents | |
| FNSACC412 |
Prepare operational budgets | |
| FNSACC414 |
Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entities | |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
Ways to study
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more
What you need to know about studying on campus
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, and interact with your teacher using online video or web conferencing tools. Access your learning space 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and be supported by high-quality educators who are devoted to your outcomes. Learn more
What you need to know about studying online
Intake
For most online courses study is structured into fixed intakes that have set durations of 12 weeks from the study commencement date. You will be able to access your learning materials from the first day of the study period. You must be enrolled to be able to access your learning materials. To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend limiting your workload to no more than 2 units of competency per intake. In some circumstances, you may be required/able to complete 3 units per intake.
Other online courses such as nursing have different intakes, durations, and workload structures.
Choosing to study a TAFE at School course is a great way to get a vocational qualification while you’re still in high school. You also gain valuable credits towards your QCE, an apprenticeship, a diploma or university.
TAFE at School gives you a taste of what higher education is all about, makes you work-ready, and helps you build practical skills in an adult-learning environment. Successful completion of a TAFE at School qualification gives you direct entry into any of our diploma courses. Learn more
What you need to know about TAFE at School
Eligibility
You must be a year 10, 11 or 12 student, and enrolled at a participating high school. Speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor for more information.
Course placements are subject to availability.
Outcome
FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Information is current at time of publishing, to confirm the QCE points for your course please visit the Queensland Curriculum & Assessment Authority (QCAA) website.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways
Payment options
No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what's right for you, get in touch. We're here to help.
Upfront payment
Applying for a course does not guarantee you a place in that course. Your place is only guaranteed once you enrol into units. Enrolling means that you are committing yourself to study, and to paying the associated fees. The tuition fees and applicable charges are required to be paid at enrolment or by scheduled instalment dates either by yourself, a nominated third party (e.g. your employer), or as identified within a contract for delivery of TAFE Queensland training.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Selection criteria
Year 10 level of education or equivalent, mature-aged entry with work experience in a related field.
Entry into the accelerated program is via an application process and it is required that you have at least 5 years’ experience working in the industry
Resources required
Access to the internet and a computer/laptop, USB, Microsoft Office 2013 of later version, stationery items, textbooks may be required to be purchased.
Students will be required to work with MYOB files (provided by TAFE) for certain units. Please note that these MYOB files are only compatible with PC (not MAC).
Need to know
When studying online it is strongly recommended students follow the preferred order of study and enrol in no more than two units per intake, unless otherwise advised.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Work functions in the occupational areas where this qualification may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the FNS Financial Services Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.
Persons providing a business activity statement (BAS) service for a fee or other reward must be registered by the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) and this qualification is currently cited as meeting the TPB education requirements for registration. Other conditions apply, including a designated period of experience. Persons seeking BAS agent registration should check current registration requirements with the TPB, as registration requirements are reviewed regularly.
Assessment Methods
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
How to apply
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers
Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways