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Accounting is the language of practical business life
This course builds on the Certificate IV in Accounting and provides you with skills in creating manual and computerised summaries of the financial transactions of an organisation.
Keen to get started? We offer this course on campus and online.
Some of our Online courses can be done completely online. However, some of the courses require a practical component or assessment that can't be done online, and some may be a mix of online and on campus learning. We’ll let you know what's required for your course. For all the details and a full list of Online courses, check out the Online study and application(opens in a new tab) page.
- Manage budgets and forecasts
- Produce and analyse financial reports
- Prepare tax returns
- Provide financial and business performance information
I have the following attributes:
- Analytical thinking and problem solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong organisational and record keeping skills
- Good communication skills
- Able to work as part of a team
Completion of the FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set; or completion of FNS40217 Certificate IV Accounting and Bookkeeping or equivalent.
This course is six months (1 semester) full time after completion of the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping or equivalent.
Classes are delivered over three and half days per week for one semester when you study full-time.
As well as the in-class component, approximately five hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, is recommended, including private study, assignment preparation, and research.
If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.
On your first day you should bring your North Metropolitan TAFE confirmation of enrolment, your student ID and stationery (pen and exercise book).
As a student you will also have additional costs associated with your study, for example text, course book/s, software and you will need to pay for stationery, printing and other materials required for your assignments.
- Accounts Clerk | Assistant Accountant | Accounting Manager
- Financial Administration Officer | Bookkeeper
- Payroll Officer | Senior Payroll Officer
Other job titles may include:
- Finance Sector Supervisor
- Senior Financial Clerk
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
Study options and next steps
Click on your preferred option below to get started with your application.
Semester 1, 2022
Perth - Online - Term 1 Intake
| Duration | 2 Semesters | ||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2022 | ||||||||
| Where | Perth | ||||||||
| How | Online - Term 1 Intake | ||||||||
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Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis in 2021 (fees are subject to change in 2022). Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Perth - Online - Term 2 Intake
| Duration | 2 Semesters | ||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2022 | ||||||||
| Where | Perth | ||||||||
| How | Online - Term 2 Intake | ||||||||
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Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis in 2021 (fees are subject to change in 2022). Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Perth - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester | ||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2022 | ||||||||
| Where | Perth | ||||||||
| How | On Campus | ||||||||
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Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis in 2021 (fees are subject to change in 2022). Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester | ||||||||
| When | Semester 1, 2022 | ||||||||
| Where | Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) | ||||||||
| How | On Campus | ||||||||
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Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis in 2021 (fees are subject to change in 2022). Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 2, 2022
Perth - Online - Term 3 Intake
| Duration | 2 Semesters | ||||||||
| When | Semester 2, 2022 | ||||||||
| Where | Perth | ||||||||
| How | Online - Term 3 Intake | ||||||||
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Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis in 2021 (fees are subject to change in 2022). Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Perth - Online - Term 4 Intake
| Duration | 2 Semesters | ||||||||
| When | Semester 2, 2022 | ||||||||
| Where | Perth | ||||||||
| How | Online - Term 4 Intake | ||||||||
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Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis in 2021 (fees are subject to change in 2022). Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Perth - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester | ||||||||
| When | Semester 2, 2022 | ||||||||
| Where | Perth | ||||||||
| How | On Campus | ||||||||
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Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis in 2021 (fees are subject to change in 2022). Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.