TasTAFE
26 weeks
Gain professional bookkeeping and accounting qualifications to launch a career as a BAS agent, contract bookkeeper, or accounting professional. This course equips you with practical skills in financial reporting, payroll systems, and computerised accounting.
There are no essential entry requirements for this course. However, basic literacy and numeracy skills are desirable. You must be at least 16 years old to enrol at TasTAFE. International students must be at least 18 years old and have completed Year 12 equivalent, with IELTS 6.0 overall (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent English language proficiency. You will need access to a computer with reliable internet connection and Office 365 software.
Core units include: Design and produce spreadsheets, Process financial transactions and extract interim reports, Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers, Prepare operational budgets, Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entities, Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry, Prepare financial reports, Set up and operate computerised accounting systems, Complete business activity and instalment activity statements, and Establish and maintain payroll systems. Elective units include: Process payroll, Perform financial calculations, and Process business tax requirements.
TasTAFE is a leading vocational education provider in Tasmania with extensive industry connections and expertise in accounting and finance training. The institution offers flexible study options including online delivery, recognition of prior learning, and comprehensive student support services. TasTAFE's qualifications are nationally recognised and prepare students for immediate employment in the accounting industry.
Upon completion, you can pursue careers as an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Officer, Accounts Supervisor, Bookkeeper, Office Manager, or Payroll Officer. You may work as a BAS agent or contract bookkeeper, or perform bookkeeping tasks for organisations across various industries. Further study opportunities include the Diploma of Accounting (FNS50217) for advanced financial qualifications.
Course fee
Start date
You will be redirected to the training provider to enquire directly. Workinitiatives is not the course or training provider. We aggregate and list courses only.