Overview
The Diploma of Accounting will give you an advanced understanding of financial reporting, income tax returns, auditing, business performance, statistics and law as they apply to the accounting profession, as well as the broader Australian business environment.
Career opportunities, include:
- assistant accountant
- office manager
- accounts administrator
- payroll service provider
Pathways to further study:
- Advanced Diploma of Accounting
- Bachelor of Business (Accounting), and receive up to 1 year’s advanced standing
Studying the Diploma of Accounting at Holmesglen
Classes are highly interactive, with challenging and relevant assignments and projects. You will gain knowledge and skills in practical accounting applications to gain employment in entry level accounting positions.
Course structure
Timetable
On-campus delivery
Full time Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 9.00 – 5.30 pm
Part-time study – Students can choose from the above three days.
Units
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| Unit code |
Name |
| FNSACC511 |
Provide financial and business performance information |
| FNSACC512 |
Prepare tax documentation for individuals |
| FNSACC514 |
Prepare financial reports for corporate entities |
| FNSACC517 |
Provide management accounting information |
| FNSTPB503 |
Apply legal principles in contract and consumer law |
| FNSACC516 |
Implement and maintain internal control procedures |
| FNSINC602 |
Interpret and use financial statistics and tools |
| FNSTPB504 |
Apply legal principles in corporations and trust law |
| Code | Name |
|---|
| FNSACC511 | Provide financial and business performance information |
| FNSACC512 | Prepare tax documentation for individuals |
| FNSACC514 | Prepare financial reports for corporate entities |
| FNSACC517 | Provide management accounting information |
| FNSTPB503 | Apply legal principles in contract and consumer law |
| FNSACC516 | Implement and maintain internal control procedures |
| FNSINC602 | Interpret and use financial statistics and tools |
| FNSTPB504 | Apply legal principles in corporations and trust law |
Assessment
Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.
Entry requirements
Completion of the FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set;
OR
Completion of FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping or equivalent;
or its superseded versions (FNS40215 Certificate IV in Bookkeeping
or FNS40615 Certificate IV in Accounting) or their equivalent.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
COVID-19 vaccination requirements
Please refer to our coronavirus update page to view current vaccine requirements.
Recognition of prior learning
You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.
Outcomes
Qualification and recognition
Upon completion, you will be awarded the FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting.
How to apply
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Recruitment
Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.
Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.
Fees
| Tuition fees (GST exempt) |
Cost |
|
| Full Fee | $8,215 | |
| Government subsidised | $4,903 | |
| Free TAFE eligible student | FREE | |
| Mandatory Materials and Activities fees * (GST inc) |
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| Materials fee | $0 | |
| Activities fee | $0 | |
**Additional costs may also apply for course consumable and other costs. These may include consumables such as learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing and other costs such as immunisation costs, National Police Check and Working with Children Check for relevant courses. To view the additional costs that apply for each course, download a full list of estimated additional costs by course (PDF - 102kb).
All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession
.
VET Student Loans are available to eligible student to pay for tuition fees for this course. Read more about VET Student Loans.