Tax Agent or Commercial Accounting Course
The FNS60217 Advanced Diploma of Accounting is perfect for anyone wishing to advance to tax agent status or wanting a career in commercial accounting. The Advanced Diploma of Accounting also offers a pathway to university studies.
- Tax Specialisation option meets the education requirements for tax agent registration with the Tax Practitioners Board
- Meets the education requirements for membership with the Tax and Super Australia
Express Advanced Diploma of Accounting package enables those with years of previous experience but no formal qualifications the opportunity to fast-track their studies and gain a higher-level qualification. With all required prerequisite units included, you will complete all requirements to be awarded the FNS60217 Advanced Diploma of Accounting.
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TAX AGENT Specialisation
Express Package
The Express Advanced Diploma - Tax Agent Specialisation is suited to those wanting to become a registered tax agent.
You'll also receive FREE Associate Membership with Tax & Super Australia, valued at $199.
This course meets the education requirements for official tax agent registration with the Tax Practitioners Board.
Online Self Paced
Commence any time
$4990
COMMERCIAL Specialisation
Express Package
The Express Advanced Diploma - Commercial Specialisation
is for people who have years of accounting experience who are now looking to become qualified and gain higher level accounting roles within an organisation.
Our Express Package includes all required prerequisite units in order to attain the Advanced Diploma qualification.
Online Self Paced
Commence any time
$4490
Credit Transfer Option
Upgrade Package
If you have previously completed an eligible Diploma of Accounting (FNS50215, FNS50217) or Certificate IV in Accounting or Bookkeeping (FNS40215, FNS40615, FNS40217), then you may be able to gain credit transfer for some elective units to attain the Advanced Diploma of Accounting.
Complete just the units you need
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Call us on 1800 678 073 to discuss this option.
Not sure which course is right for you? Completed prior units and may be eligible for credits? Call us for a consultation with a course coordinator.
Key Benefits
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP INCLUDED
Tax & Super Australia
Applied Education has partnered with Tax & Super Australia to provide you with the tools and resources you need to thrive in your study and professional career.
As a Tax student of Applied Education, we cover your fees for a 12-month Associate Membership with Tax & Super Australia. This full-benefit membership is specifically designed to help you complete your study and prepare you for your future career as a Tax Professional with one of Australia's leading Recognised Tax Associations.
This offer is only available to tax students if you enrol in our TPB Tax Units, Diploma of Accounting + Tax or Advanced Diploma + Tax. Key benefits to this membership include:
Tax & Support Australia provide extensive support to their members during the process of registration with the Tax Practitioners Board.
These essential guides are available online along with Rates & Threshold Pocket Guide and an extensive range of publications, tools and resources.
On successful completion you will receive post-nominals ATPA (Associate of TAI Practitioners & Advisers Ltd). These post-nominals on your business card and website show that you are a recognised tax professional with a registered tax association.
For information on the full range of benefits of this membership to Tax & Super Australia click here.
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Course Information
When selecting our full Express Advanced Diploma of Accounting package including all required prerequisite units, you will have up to 36 months to complete the course.
There is no minimum timeframe however, so those with previous accounting and bookkeeping experience (i.e. students applying for Credit Transfer for some elective units) may complete the remaining units much sooner.
The Advanced Diploma of Accounting learning materials are packed full of easy to read and high quality content, step-by-step instructions with visuals and plenty of practice exercises offering exceptional value to the learner. These materials are supported by access to a team of qualified Advanced Diploma of Accounting Trainers and Assessors.
Course materials are to be purchased direct from our supplier. Details will be supplied upon registration.
Online learning includes classroom recordings for some units – Only available for students studying with Applied Education
1) Preliminary Assessments
Before participating in this course you will be required to complete simple preliminary assessments which include a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Test and a Work Health and Safety Assessment. Please note that it is now also a requirement of the Financial Services Training Package that your oral communication skills be assessed as part of your course. For online students, this will require the submission of a voice recording of a role-play conversation between yourself and others (further details will be provided upon enrolment).
2) Unit Assessments
Assessments are completed using a variety of methods and are submitted via our online student portal.
Advanced Diploma of Accounting assessments are conducted open book from either your home or office and comprise of theoretical and practical exercises.
3) Exams
Tax Practitioners Board Licensing Course units include an exam component, which needs to be independently supervised. Exams are three-hour, open-book assessments comprising of short answer and multiple choice questions, very similar in format to the unit assessments.
Exams must be completed within your course duration period. Prior to your exam, you will need to complete and return the Supervisor Nomination Form to Applied Education detailing your supervisor's information, contact details and the elected date of your assessment.
Exams can be undertaken at any location and time of your choosing, with the only condition being that you have a nominated supervisor present. Your supervisor can be any person of responsibility such as a registered tax agent, member of an accounting professional body, public servant, doctor, nurse, police officer, director etc.
If you cannot arrange a supervisor then we offer the following options for conducting your supervised assessment:
Skype Online - online supervised exam with one of our staff members
Perth Training Centre - Level 1, 524 Hay St, Perth WA 6000
Melbourne Training Centre - Level 27, 101 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Sydney Training Centre - Level 26, 44 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000
Brisbane Training Centre - Level 19, 10 Eagle St, Brisbane QLD 4000
Payment Plans
We understand not everyone has the financial resources upfront to invest in training, so we offer payment plans to get you moving faster towards your future.
- All you need is a valid credit card
- Pay a $475 deposit at commencement of course
- Remainder to be paid over equal monthly instalments
- Available for 6, 12 or 18 month duration
- An administration fee applies ($100-$200 depending on plan duration)
Concessions on Courses
Concession pricing is available for eligible students as per the Student Handbook. Proof of concession must be provided at the time of enrolment; please contact us to apply for a concession rate when enrolling.
Units of Competency
The Express Advanced Diploma of Accounting consists of 21 units of competency (both specialisations).
The course is self-paced online study.
The Express Advanced Diploma of Accounting - Tax Specialisation consists of 21 units of competency, including all required prerequisite units to be awarded the qualification.
Module 1 - Accounting Principles (Entry Requirement Units)
- FNSACC311 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
- FNSACC408 Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
- FNSACC416 Set up and operate a computerised accounting system
- FNSTPB402 Establish and maintain payroll systems
- FNSTPB401 Complete business activity and instalment activity statements
- FNSACC312 Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
- BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports
Module 2 - Advanced Accounting Principles (Entry Requirement Units)
- FNSACC512 Prepare tax documentation for individuals
- FNSACC513 Manage budgets and forecasts
- FNSACC514 Prepare financial reports for corporate entities
- FNSACC516 Implement and maintain internal control procedures
- FNSACC511 Provide financial and business performance information
- FNSACC517 Provide management accounting information
Module 3 - Core Units
- FNSACC624 Monitor corporate governance activities
- FNSINC601 Apply economic principles to work in the financial services industry
- FNSINC602 Interpret and use financial statistics and tools
Module 4 - Taxation Specialisation Units
- FNSACC603 Implement tax plans and evaluate tax compliance
- FNSACC601 Prepare and administer compliant tax returns for legal entities
- FNSTPB504 Apply legal principles in corporations and trusts law
- FNSTPB505 Apply legal principles in property law
- FNSTPB503 Apply legal principles in consumer and contract law
Total units for Tax Agent Specialisation: 21
The Express Advanced Diploma of Accounting - Commercial Specialisation consists of 21 units of competency, including all required prerequisite units to be awarded the qualification.
Module 1 - Accounting Principles (Entry Requirement Units)
- FNSACC311 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
- FNSACC408 Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
- FNSACC416 Set up and operate a computerised accounting system
- FNSTPB402 Establish and maintain payroll systems
- FNSTPB401 Complete business activity and instalment activity statements
- FNSACC312 Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
- BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports
Module 2 - Advanced Accounting Principles (Entry Requirement Units)
- FNSACC512 Prepare tax documentation for individuals
- FNSACC513 Manage budgets and forecasts
- FNSACC514 Prepare financial reports for corporate entities
- FNSACC516 Implement and maintain internal control procedures
- FNSACC511 Provide financial and business performance information
- FNSACC517 Provide management accounting information
Module 3 - Core Units
- FNSACC624 Monitor corporate governance activities
- FNSINC601 Apply economic principles to work in the financial services industry
- FNSINC602 Interpret and use financial statistics and tools
Module 4 - Commercial Specialisation Units
- FNSACC609 Evaluate financial risk
- FNSACC608 Evaluate organisation’s financial performance
- FNSACC602 Audit and report on financial systems and records
- FNSTPB503 Apply legal principles in consumer and contract law
- FNSACC613 Prepare and analyse management accounting information
Total units for Commercial Specialisation: 21
Free Upskill Courses:
Enrol in the FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting and enjoy access to additional online accounting software courses and Microsoft courses.
Additional Info
Depending on your pathway some of the Advanced Diploma of Accounting units of study may be eligible for credit towards further study and entry towards accounting & finance at university.
- Tax Specialisation option meets the education requirements for tax agent registration with the Tax Practitioners Board
We recommend you contact the TPB to discuss your individual circumstances. For university credit contact the applicable university to discuss entry requirements.
The Advanced Diploma of Accounting typically includes
Tax Agent
Accountants
Auditor
Tax Specialist
Commercial Accountant
Online study is a convenient, effective and affordable way to learn when and where you want.
You can complete the Diploma of Accounting at your own pace and your own leisure whilst still having access to the Diploma of Accounting Training and Assessment team for support to maximise your learning experience.
This course was formerly referred to as Associate Diploma of Accounting. The Diploma of Accounting TAFE equivalent qualification is a nationally-recognised course.
Microsoft windows is the preferred operating system used for the study of this course. All student data files are supplied in windows format.
Mac Users – We do include access to a Mac version of MYOB Student Edition, but please be aware that if you select this option, the data files required for some units and options available to you may be different from the manual. This will not affect your grades and assessors can still mark using the Mac version.
Internet Access – ADSL internet with reliable connection required. All data files, learning activities and MYOB software are available via our student portal for download.
Students in Queensland may be eligible to apply for Traineeship funding. Note there are strict eligibility requirements and additional student activities required. More information can be found here
Nationally Recognised Training
As a Registered Training Organisation (ID 52240), we comply with the government’s strict quality and consistency standards. We conduct regular audits to ensure we keep this accreditation and deliver the level of training you deserve.
The FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting is recognised in all states and territories of Australia.
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