FNSSS00014
Accounting Principles Skill Set

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Accounting Principles Skill Set

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Course overview

Locations

Online
Online

Attendance options

Short course

Study type

Online

Tuition fees:

Subsidised $ 875.00
Concession* $ 291.64

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Build your career in Accounting, Bookkeeping and Finance.

This Skill Set will help you develop a range of accounting and bookkeeping skills in payroll, BAS, accounts payable and receivable, accounting data entry and reporting, and computerised accounting.

Successful completion of this Skill Set will prepare you for employment in job roles in bookkeeping, accounts receivable/payable or as an accounts clerk.

Or you can expand your options with further study. This course contains the required pre-requisites to pathway into the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40222), and to the Diploma of Accounting (FNS50222).

All units completed in this course, can be credit transferred into the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40222) qualification.

This Skill Set will help you develop a range of accounting and bookkeeping skills in payroll, BAS, accounts payable and receivable, accounting data entry and reporting, and computerised accounting.

Successful completion of this Skill Set will prepare you for employment in job roles in bookkeeping, accounts receivable/payable or as an accounts clerk.

All units completed in this course, can be credit transferred into the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40222) qualification.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
Online
Online	2 Feb 2026 - 17 Jul 2026	Short course Fully Online. 1x 2 hour Supervised Webinar each week. 12-15 hours of Self-paced study. Individual student-teacher support provided as required.	Online	Enquire now

Entry

As part of the pre-training review process, applicants’ Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy levels will be assessed.

Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

Desirable skills & attributes

The following skills and attributes will be useful to students studying this course:

Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Interest in finance and computer applications.
Successful participation in this course requires students to have a range of skills, including participating effectively in interactions, clearly articulating information and using questioning and active listening to clarify understanding.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a FNSSS00014 - Accounting Principles Skill Set.

Below is a list of all core units that TasTAFE offers in this course.

Core units
FNSACC321	Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
FNSACC322	Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
FNSACC418	Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
FNSACC421	Prepare financial reports
FNSACC426	Set up and operate computerised accounting systems
FNSTPB411	Complete business activity and instalment activity statements
FNSTPB412	Establish and maintain payroll systems

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Whether you are at the very start of your training, returning to study after a long break, or looking to upskill in a specific area, we're here to help you to be successful in your chosen field of study, apprenticeship or traineeship.

Our student support services are available for all students, and aim to provide the support you need to make your learning experience just that little bit easier.

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FNSSS00014
Accounting Principles Skill Set

FNSSS00014
Accounting Principles Skill Set

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