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  • Equip yourself with the advanced skills and knowledge needed to pursue professional accounting roles across public practice, corporate, and government sectors.
  • Gain practical expertise in preparing tax documentation, managing budgets, producing financial reports, analysing data, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements. This qualification also strengthens analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills required to support business growth and strategic planning.
  • Apply your skills in roles such as Assistant Accountant, Accounts Manager, Financial Analyst, Payroll Manager, or Taxation Officer, depending on your chosen career path.
  • Use this qualification as a pathway to further study (e.g., Advanced Diploma of Accounting, Bachelor of Accounting, or entry into CPA/CA programs subject to meeting requirements) and progress towards senior accounting and finance positions.

Description

Diploma of Accounting (FNS50222) (Release 2)

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Course Overview

The Diploma of Accounting (FNS50222)(Release 2) Course is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in the field of accounting. This diploma equips students with the fundamental principles and practical techniques necessary to perform accounting tasks and operate effectively within the financial sector.

Throughout the course, students will gain a solid understanding of financial management, taxation, budgeting, and financial reporting. They will develop the skills needed to prepare financial statements, maintain accounting records, and utilise various accounting software applications.

This course will give you the core skills in accounting you need to potentially boost your job prospects, or forge a new career pathway into a wide range of industries requiring sound accounting knowledge.

Units of Competency

Core Units

  • BSBTEC402 – Design and produce complex spreadsheets
  • FNSACC521 – Provide financial and business performance information
  • FNSACC522 – Prepare tax documentation for individuals
  • FNSACC523 – Manage budgets and forecasts
  • FNSACC524 – Prepare financial reports for corporate entities
  • FNSACC526 – Implement and maintain internal control procedures
  • FNSACC527 – Provide management accounting information

Elective Units

  • FNSACC413 – Make decisions in a legal context
  • BSBTEC301 – Design and produce business documents
  • BSBLDR413 – Lead effective workplace relationships
  • FNSACC505 – Establish and maintain accounting information systems

Entry Requirements

Prior to commencing this qualification, an individual must have completed the following units of competency (or equivalent):

  • FNSACC321 – Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
  • FNSACC322 – Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
  • FNSACC418 – Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
  • FNSACC421 – Prepare financial reports (this unit is the equivalent version of BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports).

These competencies may have been achieved through the completion of the following (or their equivalent):

  • FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set or,
  • FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.

Furthermore, to ensure you get the most out of your learning experience with us, the following requirements must be met:

  1. You must be 18 years of age or older at the time of enrolment and must have sufficient English language skills to complete the course.
  2. You should possess basic technological literacy and have access to the Microsoft Office suite or an equivalent software package.

Course Duration

Students will have a maximum of eighteen (18) months to complete the course via online, self-paced learning.

The course start date is taken as the date students receive the course material. If students do not complete the course within the eighteen (18) month timeframe, the enrolment will be cancelled. Students may apply for an extension for an extra fee. Please refer to the student handbook for details on requesting extensions.

Accounting Software

This course uses the Student Version of the Accounting Software, Xero. Students will have free access to Xero as part of the course.

Nationally Recognised Training

We are nationally accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA), the national vocational education and training regulator. This means that you are ensured that you will receive a high-quality and standard of training in accordance with the Australian Qualifications Framework. Our courses are nationally recognised, ensuring that your qualification is valued and respected across Australia.

Support

Throughout the course, students have access to a range of support services including email assistance, one-on-one online sessions with trainers, and tailored adjustments where required to support individual learning needs and assessment requirements.

Credit Transfer/RPL

Students are entitled to apply for Credit Transfer for units they have already successfully completed, or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) if they can demonstrate relevant skills and experience, ensuring prior achievements are acknowledged and reducing duplication of learning. For more information about Credit Transfer or RPL, please contact us directly and our team will be happy to guide you through the process.

Career Outcomes

The Diploma of Accounting (FNS50222) is a qualification that’s designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to work in various accounting roles. Here are some potential career pathways:

  1. Accountant: Many graduates may find entry-level positions in accounting firms or in the accounting departments of various businesses.
  2. Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk: These roles involve managing the money that a company owes to suppliers (accounts payable) or the money that’s owed by customers (accounts receivable).
  3. Payroll Officer: This role involves managing a company’s payroll, ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time, and managing related tax and benefit obligations.
  4. Budget Analyst: Some graduates may work in roles that involve planning and monitoring organisational budgets, working with management to help ensure financial efficiency.
  5. Audit Assistant: Working under a senior auditor, an audit assistant helps in examining and analysing accounting records to determine financial status and compliance with laws.
  6. Assistant Accountant: This role supports the accountant by preparing financial statements, managing invoices, budgeting, and more.
  7. Taxation Officer: With a focus on tax-related matters, this role might include responsibilities like calculating tax returns, interpreting tax laws, and advising on tax-related issues.
  8. Further Studies: Some graduates might choose to pursue further education such as an Advanced Diploma, Bachelor’s degree, or professional certifications to specialise in a particular area of accounting or finance.

It’s important to note that some roles may require additional experience or further education. However, the FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting provides a solid foundation for more advanced roles in accounting and finance.

 International/Overseas Students

Those possessing Subclass 500 visas, or any visas that expire on or before the anticipated course completion date, are not eligible to enrol with AUSCBT.

If any individual with a Subclass 500 visa or a visa that has a conflicting expiration date attempts to register, the enrolment will be cancelled and an administration fee of 25% will be charged to any student attempting to enrol.