Certificate III in Accounts Administration
- National Course Code: FNS30317
- TAFE NSW code: FNS30317-01V02-21INV-001
Location – Inverell
Study Type
Blended
Course Start Date
Anytime
Study Commitment
14.7 Hours per week
Duration
36 Weeks
- Nationally Recognised Training
- Traineeship Allowed
- This training is fully government-subsidised under JobTrainer
Course Details
The Certificate III in Accounts Administration will help you start your career as an accounts assistant. Gain a strong foundational knowledge in accounts and be qualified to support your team using software, spreadsheets, reports, and other financial documents.
This is a fully government-subsidised JobTrainer course. Eligibility criteria applies.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through theoretical and practical course work, you will learn to:
- Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
- Perform financial calculations and maintain spreadsheets
- Work effectively in the financial services industry
- Design and produce business documents
- Use industry tools, techniques and software
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop the skills that will help you get ahead in this career:
- Enjoy working with numbers
- Interpersonal skills to work with your team and provide great services to clients
- Keen eye for detail
- Problem solving skills
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course will provide you with:
- Nationally recognised qualification
- Strong foundation to work confidently in the industry
- The right path to growing your career fast
GROW YOUR CAREER
Continue your studies and gain the skills that will more senior roles:
- Certificate IV in Accounting
- Diploma of Accounting
- Advanced Diploma of Accounting
Career outcomes and job roles:
- Accounts assistant
- Office assistant
- Payroll junior
INDUSTRY DEMAND
Technology is changing the role of administrators and this course provides the industry-relevant knowledge and skills to work effectively in an evolving space.
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
TAFE NSW offers the Certificate III in Accounts Administration as either a traineeship or non-traineeship, so you can create the career you want.
Non-traineeship
There are no entry requirements for non-trainees. You can enrol in this course now.
Traineeship
To be eligible for this course you must:
- Be in relevant employment as this course is delivered in the workplace
- Have a signed traineeship contract
Thinking about a traineeship? Enquire today.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- An interest and aptitude in working with numbers
- Basic computer skills
- Willingness to develop workplace communication skills
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
With 130 locations across the state, TAFE NSW tailors qualifications to meet the needs of the local community and specific student groups (like apprentices, fast-tracked and online students). To make sure this course is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To successfully complete this course, you will need to complete your course work as per your individual learning plan time frame and participate regularly and consistently.
To register for an information session, head to tafensw.edu.au/infofest. Students who cannot attend the Information Session please make an online enquiry or contact us on 131 601 for more information about the course!
INFORMATION SESSIONS
There are no information sessions currently scheduled for this course
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a blended flexible course. You will need to attend approximately 12.5 hours of class, over 2 days a week, for 1 year. As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 2.2 hours of other study per week.
You may also be required to complete approximately 2.4 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including private study, completion of coursework and activities, assignment preparation and research.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course is targeted at learners at the pre-employment stage and existing workers. Designed for students wishing to gain employment in, or update their existing accounting skills in financial data entry, processing accounts and payrolls, providing customer service in financial transactions and producing reports in an administration office or accounting business.
SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT
There are additional learning and study tools available for this course, including:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Student Support and Services
- Accessibility and Disability Services
- Personal Counselling
- Vocational Counselling
- Learning Support
- International Student Support
- Scholarships
- Multicultural Support
Detailed current information on these Support Services are made available to staff and students at TAFE NSW Student Services. Additionally, every student is supported by a dedicated Student Services team at each campus location. Plus access to a comprehensive TAFE NSW Library network allowing free access to online and hard copy resource material.
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
This course is currently scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday from 9.00am to 3.00pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
This is a fully government-subsidised JobTrainer course. Eligibility criteria applies.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process. Payment plans are available through TAFE NSW for Smart and Skilled eligible qualifications.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
Applying with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. As you progress through the application and enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
If you are interested in studying as a Trainee please call 131 601 for full details. (only if available as a trainee)
Find out more about Applying and Enrolling
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| BSBITU306 | Design and produce business documents |
| BSBWRT301 | Write simple documents |
| FNSACC304 | Conduct business activities using a computerised accounting system |
| FNSACC311 | Process financial transactions and extract interim reports |
| FNSACC312 | Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers |
| FNSACC313 | Perform financial calculations |
| FNSINC301 | Work effectively in the financial services industry |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| BSBCUS301 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
| BSBFIA302 | Process payroll |
| BSBITU304 | Produce spreadsheets |
| BSBWOR203 | Work effectively with others |
| FNSACM301 | Administer financial accounts |
Accounts clerk
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
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Inverell
Evans Street,
Inverell
Phone
131 601
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