Vocational Education & Training
FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
2020
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FNS40217
0100704
Alice Springs, Waterfront Darwin
Estimated completion time: 0.5 year/s
The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode and selected units.
Refer to the relevant course information flyer for further information.
* - Student Visa holders must study internally full time
This qualification reflects the job roles of workers in the accounting industry, including 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, and providing advice or dealing with the Commissioner on behalf of a taxpayer in relation to activity statements. Individuals in these roles apply theoretical and specialist knowledge and skills to work autonomously, and exercise judgement in completing routine and non-routine activities.
International Students
This qualification is available to international students at Waterfront Darwin (CRICOS Course No. 0100704).
Career opportunities
Occupations relevant to this qualification in industry sectors such as Accounting include:
- Accounts Officer
- Accounts Supervisor
- Bookkeeper
Credit transfers & pathways
Skills recognition
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
RPL is the acknowledgement of a person's skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work or life experience, which may be used to grant status or credit in a subject regardless of how and where they were attained, including overseas.
This can include skills from:
- Previous study excluding courses at another VET/TAFE institution, but including courses at school or college, through adult education classes or training programs at work;
- Work experience (including both work that is paid and unpaid); and/or
- Life experience (for example leisure pursuits or voluntary work).
RPL is a form of assessment. It is used to determine whether a person has acquired, through formal or informal learning, the skills and experience consistent with the stated competency standards that comprise a qualification. RPL is not time referenced, so there are no parameters on how or when the skills are acquired. However, the skills that have been acquired through life experience etc., must be current and must match the elements and performance criteria contained in the individual unit.
Students seeking RPL need to indicate this on their enrolment form at the time of enrolment.
For further information please refer to the Applicant's Guide to the Recognition of Prior Learning or contact VET RPL Enquiries on 1800 238 838 or email vet.rpl.enquiries@cdu.edu.au.
Credit Transfer
Charles Darwin University as a Registered Training Organisation recognises the Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Australian Registered Training Organisation.
Students are encouraged to submit any requests for credit from previous studies at the time of enrolment, to ensure they are not enrolling in units they may not need to undertake.
In order to apply for exemption/credit transfer from units completed at another training organisation, you will need to complete an Application for Exemption Form available from any campus, centre, or team, or a copy of the form can be obtained from the web.
Your completed Application for Exemption form together with attached documentary evidence (certified copy of Qualification/Statement of Attainment) to support your request for exemption/credit transfer should be submitted directly to the University either in person or by mail. Requests without documentary evidence will not be processed and will be returned to students. There are no fees attached to Credit Transfers.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
Students who successfully complete VET qualifications at the Certificate IV level or above and subsequently enrol in a Bachelor degree in the same field or discipline, will receive advanced standing as detailed in the table below.
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Completed Award Course Level
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HE
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VET
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to a HE Award
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Credit granted for a completed award in the same field
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Certificate IV
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*
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3 year Bachelor award
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up to 40 credit points
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Certificate IV
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*
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4 year Bachelor award
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up to 40 credit points
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Diploma
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*
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*
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3 year Bachelor award
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up to 80 credit points
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Diploma
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*
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*
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4 year Bachelor award
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up to 80 credit points
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Advanced Diploma
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*
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*
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3 year Bachelor award
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up to 160 credit points
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Advanced Diploma
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*
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*
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4 year Bachelor award
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up to 160 credit points
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Associate Degree
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*
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3 year Bachelor award
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up to 160 credit points
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Associate Degree
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*
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4 year Bachelor award
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up to 160 credit points
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Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include but are not limited to the Diploma of Accounting.
Course information flyer(s)
Entry requirements
CDU Domestic Entry Requirements
Entrants to this program must be employed in the industry sector and all (potential) students (applicants) need to demonstrate the required (appropriate) level of language, literacy and numeracy skills and knowledge to undertake a qualification at this level.
It is preferred that students have completed FNS30317 Certificate III in Accounts Administration or other relevant qualification/s prior to enrolling in this qualification.
ELIGIBILITY/ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Work functions in the occupational areas where this qualification may be used are subject to regulatory 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.
International Students
Please refer to https://www.cdu.edu.au/international/how-apply for information regarding international student applications.
All VET International applicants are required to meet the English language proficiency for their chosen course of study.
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
| IELTS Academic Module | A minimum overall score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0. |
| Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) | A minimum overall score of 165. |
| Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency | |
| Navitas Academic English (will not be accepted from 2021 onwards) | An overall pass and 60% in Academic English 2. (Note: this score will not be accepted from 2021 intakes onwards). |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module | A minimum overall score of 42 with no less than 36 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. |
| TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) | A minimum overall score of 46 with a minimum writing score of 21. |
* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.
Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.
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This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the FNS Training and Education Training Package.
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Employability skills
Employability Skills are embedded in the training and assessment of national training package qualifications. Information on the Employability Skills relevant to your qualification can be obtained by visiting this website and keying in the national code for the qualification: training.gov.au
Location and study mode
Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.
Locations: Alice Springs, Waterfront Darwin
Study Mode: On campus or online
Some components of this qualification may be available in other modes of delivery and not all modes are available at all locations.Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.
Contact details
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VET Business Email: vet.business@cdu.edu.au |
Course structure
To achieve a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping a total of thirteen (13) units of competency must be completed comprising eight (8) Core and five (5) Elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below.
The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 640- 755. The elective units offered may vary between campuses.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
| CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY | ||
| BSBFIA401 | Prepare financial reports | 50 |
| BSBSMB412 | Introduce cloud computing into business operations | 50 |
| FNSACC311 | Process financial transactions and extract interim reports | 60 |
| FNSACC312 | Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers | 40 |
| FNSACC408 | Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry | 40 |
| FNSACC416 | Set up and operate a computerised accounting system | 80 |
| FNSTPB401* | Complete business activity and instalment activity statements | 50 |
| FNSTPB402* | Establish and maintain payroll systems | 45 |
| Total nominal hours for core units | 415 | |
| ELECTIVE UNITS OF COMPETENCY | ||
| BSBCUS301 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 35 |
| BSBITU402 | Develop and use complex spreadsheets | 50 |
| BSBSMB401 | Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business | 60 |
| BSBWOR501 | Manage personal work priorities and professional development | 60 |
| BSBITU401 | Design and develop complex text documents | 100 |
| HIGHER EDUCATION CREDIT ELECTIVES | ||
| FNSACC405 | Maintain inventory records | 20 |
| BSBITU306 | Design and produce business documents | 80 |
| FNSACC414 | Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entities | 60 |
| FNSACC513 | Manage budgets and forecasts | 40 |
| Total nominal hours for elective units | 225-340 | |
| Total nominal hours for the qualification | 640-755 | |
* Unit required for the FNSSS00004 BAS Agent Registration Skill Set
Course fees
Domestic Students
Based on course nominal hours of between 640 - 755 hours, approximate 2020 course fees will be:
VET Tuition Fees: $2,176.00 - $2,567.00
Domestic Full Fees: $8,775.00 - $10,125.00
Fee for Service: as per fee for service agreement
The following Fees are applicable to this course:
Domestic Students
VET full fees are applicable to this course.
2020: Information about fees for non-subsidised VET courses are available in the VET Student Guide.
This course is subsidised by the NT Government.
2020: VET Tuition Fees for 2020 will be charged at $3.40 per nominal hour for subsidised training. More detailed Information about 2020 VET Tuition fees for eligible NT residents is available in the VET Student Guide.
In some circumstances this course may be available as fee-for-service. Please contact the relevant team to discuss delivery charges for this program.
International Students
The total course tuition fee for commencing students in 2020 is AUD $7,400.00.
These fees are subject to annual increases each year of your study, effective at the start of each calendar year.
You can find a list of International fees and payments you can expect to pay as part of your studies in Australia.
CDU offers a number of scholarships to international students to assist with the cost of study.