How you will learn
You can work your way through this qualification along an organised step by step path. This can be done with work books together with recognition of your prior experience and learning (RPL) where applicable. There is personalised attention from your teacher by phone and email all the way through your qualification whether it be by RPL or through the study option. This is an excellent opportunity for those who already have some skills in accounting, and even in the business administration area to apply for part, or the whole of the qualification, through Recognition of Prior Learning – RPL.
Career opportunities
Graduates will complete the program with skills and knowledge recognised by business professionals in small and large organisations across a wide range of industries.
Pathways to further learning
Graduates can also move to a higher qualification level such as the Diploma of Accounting. This generally includes some credits for units already achieved.
Duration
This course usually takes one year, but students can complete it in less time if they choose to accelerate their learning. The maximum timeframe is 2 years. Students with experience in the area and qualifying for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can complete in a matter of weeks.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this certificate. Students who have English as a Second Language must have an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent.
Program units
To obtain this qualification, students will complete the following units:
Core Units x 8:
BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports
BSBSMB412 Introduce cloud computing into business operations
FNSACC311 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
FNSACC312 Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
FNSACC408 Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
FNSACC416 Set up and operate a computerised accounting system
FNSTPB401 Complete business activity and instalment activity statements
FNSTPB402 Establish and maintain payroll systems
Electives units X 5:
There is some flexibility in the choice of elective units, especially if students are able to achieve Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Where students have already completed similar units or have experience and skills in a relevant area they may receive recognition – i.e. they will not need to study these units. AQI are specialists in Recognition of Prior Learning RPL and will focus on this as we develop your Training Plan.
National Recognition
This qualification is nationally recognised and taken from the Australian FNS Financial Services Training Package.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Do you already have experience? Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) takes into account the knowledge and skills you have already gained through your previous education and work. You can earn credit for this qualification if you have completed relevant formal or informal training, paid work or voluntary placements or if you can demonstrate the skills required. For further details email enquiries@aqi.edu.au.
AQI Staff
All AQI staff are qualified teachers. There are no tele-marketers. We know education.
