Course Information 

FNS40222 – Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

Qualification Code: FNS40222 | CRICOS Code: 109994C

AND

FNS50222 – Diploma of Accounting

Qualification Code: FNS50222 | CRICOS Code: 111418F

This qualification package reflects professional accounting job roles in financial services and other industries, including tax agents, accounts payable and accounts receivable officers, payroll service providers, and employees performing a range of accounting tasks for organisations in a range of industries. Individuals in these roles apply solutions to a range of often complex problems and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They apply initiative to plan, coordinate and evaluate their own work and provide guidance to others within defined guidelines.

Course Duration

International – 116 weeks (90 weeks of classes + 26 weeks of holidays).

Attendance

International – 20 contact hours per week.

Entry Requirements

International

• Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
• IELTS 6.0 overall or equivalent or successful completion of 12 weeks of EAP, Exam Preparation or General English at Upper-Intermediate level from approved providers, or educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country
• Be 18 years of age or over
• Computer literacy and skills
• Unique Student Identifier (USI)

Students must also have access to:

• A PC or equivalent running or capable of running Microsoft Windows 2010 and Microsoft Office 2010 and above
• Internet connection

Training Options

Since July 20, 2020, BCC Institute has been using a mixed delivery mode, delivering sessions face to face and online via the Zoom platform.

Face to face training

Face to face classes at BCC Institute are kept small with a maximum of 15 students per class, allowing more quality time with their trainer. Each trainer has extensive experience in their industry, providing first-hand knowledge and learning techniques for their students.

Course Structure - FNS40222 – Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping 

13 units (8 core + 5 electives)

Units of Competency

FNSACC311  Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
FNSACC312  Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
FNSACC416  Set up and operate a computerised accounting system
BSBFIA401   Prepare financial reports
BSBTEC301   Design and produce business documents*
FNSTPB401   Complete business activity and instalment activity statements
FNSTPB402   Establish and maintain a payroll system
BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development*
BSBSMB412  Introduce cloud computing into business operations
BSBTEC402   Design and produce complex spreadsheets*
FNSACC408  Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
FNSACC313  Perform financial calculations*
FNSACC412 Prepare operational budgets*

*Unit is an elective. All other units are core units of competency.

Course Structure - FNS50222 - Diploma of Accounting

11 units (6 core + 5 electives)

Units of Competency

FNSACC511 Provide financial and business performance information
FNSACC513 Manage budgets and forecasts
FNSACC517 Provide management accounting information
FNSACC512 Prepare tax documentation for individuals
FNSACC516 Implement and maintain internal control procedures
FNSACC505 Establish and maintain accounting information systems*
FNSACC514 Prepare financial reports for corporate entities
FNSPAY515 Interpret and apply knowledge of taxation systems relevant to payroll*
FNSORG506 Prepare financial forecasts and projections*
FNSACC607 Evaluate business performance*
FNSACC601 Prepare and administer tax documentation for legal entities*

*Unit is an elective. All other units are core units of competency.

Employment Opportunities

• Assistant Accountant
• Bookkeeper
• Payroll Manager
• Accounts Supervisor

Further Study Pathways

The FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting is a great pathway to the FNS60222 Advanced Diploma of Accounting and Bachelor of Accounting degree.

Fees and Charges