Statement of Attainment in Financial Services (Bookkeeping)

Take the first step towards a career in bookkeeping

Accurate and efficient bookkeeping is an essential part of every business – just think of the opportunities that will be out there for you with these skills under your belt.

This course will provide you with a basic understanding of general financial concepts and bookkeeping practice, and also offers you a direct pathway to further studies in the financial services field.

Possible careers

  • Small Business Bookkeeper

On completion of your course:

About our Nationally Recognised Training accreditation Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.

This course contains selected units of competency from the FNS04 Financial Services Training Package. Cengage Education is a registered Training Organisation (Provider Number: 90796) registered with NSW VETAB (Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board).

Pathways to further study

Students who successfully complete the SOA in Financial Services (Bookkeeping) may be eligible for credit towards:

  • FNS40604 Certificate IV in Financial Services (Accounting) [2 credits]
  • FNS40207 Certificate IV in Financial Services (Bookkeeping) [3 credits]
  • FNS50204 Diploma of Accounting [1 credit]
  • FNS 60204 Advanced Diploma of Accounting [1 credit]

For more information call a Course Advisor today on 1300 853 033.

* Terms and conditions apply
Course Number C0065
Course Type Correspondence
Course Duration Max 12 months
Study Hours Approx 85 hrs
Qualification Statement of Attainment

Computer requirements

To submit online assessments for this course you will need access to a computer with Windows® 95/98 or higher and a CD-ROM drive. It is recommended that students have access to Internet and e-mail facilities.

Learning periods

This course is divided into 2 learning periods

Assessment details

  • 3 written assessments

Austudy approved

This course is Austudy approved, please apply directly to Centrelink to receive this benefit. Get more information about Financial Assistance programs.

Entry requirements
Cengage Certificate, Statements of Attainment, Certificate I & Certificate II courses

No entry requirements apply to these courses.

English Language Requirements:

If English is your second language and you did not complete the last two years of secondary education in English you are required to provide evidence of English language competence before enrolling. Examples of appropriate evidence are:

Evidence

Example

IELTS

Overall score of 5.5

TOEFL

530 (paper), 197 (computer) or 71 Internet.

Evidence of employment in an English speaking country.

12 month period of employment: Letters of Appointment, Letters of Reference, Testimonials, Performance Appraisals etc

Not sure if you meet the entry requirements?
Please call 1300 853 033

Subjects You’ll Cover

FNSICIND401B: Apply principles of professional practice to work in the financial services industry

  • Identify the scope sectors and responsibilities of the industry
  • Identify and apply industry guidelines, procedures and legislation
  • Manage information
  • Plan work to be completed taking into consideration time, resources and other constraints
  • Develop and maintain personal competency

FNSBKPG404A: Carry out business activity and instalment activity statement tasks

  • Identify individual compliance and other requirements
  • Recognise and apply GST implications and code transactions
  • Report on payroll
  • Report on other amounts withheld, pay as you go (PAYG) instalments and taxes
  • Complete and reconcile the Activity Statement
  • Lodge Activity Statement

FNSACCT405B: Prepare financial statements

  • Compile data
  • Prepare reports

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