FNS40222 - Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

Version Effective: 1st of January, 2024

Course Details

Course Summary

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the accounting and bookkeeping industry, including business activity statement (BAS) agents and contract bookkeepers; and of those employees performing bookkeeping tasks for organisations in a range of industries. It includes preparing and lodging business and instalment activity statements, data processing, monthly reconciliations, preparing budgets, preparing reports on financial performance and the position of the business, preparing end-of-year adjustments, and finalising financial records after year-end. Dealing with the Commissioner of Taxation on behalf of a taxpayer in relation to activity statements and other lodgement matters is also a key component of the role that this qualification reflects. Individuals in these roles apply theoretical and specialist skills and knowledge to work autonomously, and exercise judgement in completing routine and non-routine activities.

Requirements - To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

Entry Requirements

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.

What is the purpose of bksb?

The Basic Key Skills Builder (bksb) is an approved online review tool that will give you a level for your English (literacy) and Maths (numeracy) levels, and can also help to identify any skill gaps or areas that you might need additional support in.

Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $6,006.00 (2026)
Subsidised Full Fee $3,926.00 (2026)
Subsidised Concession Fee $3,302.00 (2026)
Fee for service per unit $462.00 (2026)
Subsidised full fee per unit $302.00 (2026)
RPL Fee for service per Unit $347.00 (2026)
For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Direct To University
How to Apply Please Enquire or Apply Now
Study Area
  • Business, Accounting and Law
Skill Area
  • Accountancy
AQF Level Level 4: Certificate IV

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes
Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

This qualification consists of competency in 10 core units and 3 elective units.  Upon completing all 13 units, students will receive a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.

Career Opportunities: Employment in accounting job roles with duties such as - Completing Business Activity Statements (BAS) and other office taxes, operational reporting, producing non-complex management reports including compiling budget information, supervising the operation of computer-based financial systems, classifying, recording, and reporting accounting information, managing a small office, and ensuring relevant legal requirements are adhered to.

Pathways: Students who successfully complete FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping will be eligible for entry into CQ01 Bachelor of Accounting or CL86 Bachelor of Business and may be eligible for credit.

Course Structures
COURSE STRUCTURE
ONLINE COURSE

12mths - 18 mths

One (1) unit per 10 week study period

To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommended limiting your workload to no more than one (1) unit per study period.

Some students may progress at a faster rate based on their experience, knowledge, and skills, as they will be able to apply the actual context of workplace experience to their assessments. 

  • Online
  • Domestic

This qualification consists of competency in 10 core units and 3 elective units.

Three (3) electives have been recommended for the Online Course delivery.

 

Students should enrol in a maximum of one (1) unit at a time, commencing at Stage 1 and progressing through to Stage 13.

For students wishing to enrol into more than the recommended one (1) unit maximum, this must be discussed with the Teacher prior to enrolling.

On successful completion of all 13 units, students will receive a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.

This qualification consists of competency in 10 core and 3 elective units.

Three (3) electives have been recommended for the Online Course delivery.

Students should enrol in a maximum of one (1) unit at a time.

For students wishing to enrol into more than the recommended one (1) unit maximum, this must be discussed with the Teacher prior to enrolling.

On successful completion of all 13 units, students will receive a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping. 

COURSE STRUCTURE
TRAINEE COURSE

12 - 18 months

One (1) unit per 10 week study period

To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommended limiting your workload to no more than one (1) unit per study period.

Some students may progress at a faster rate based on their experience, knowledge, and skills, as they will be able to apply the actual context of workplace experience to their assessments. 

  • Online
  • Domestic

This qualification consists of competency in 10 core units and 3 elective units.

Three (3) electives have been recommended for the Trainee Course delivery.

Students should enrol in a maximum of one (1) unit at a time, commencing at Stage 1 and progressing through to Stage 13.

For students wishing to enrol into more than the recommended one (1) unit maximum, this must be discussed with the Teacher prior to enrolling.

On successful completion of all 13 units, students will receive a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.

This qualification consists of competency in 10 core and 3 elective units.

Students should enrol in a maximum of one (1) unit at a time.

For students wishing to enrol into more than the recommended one (1) unit maximum, this must be discussed with the Teacher prior to enrolling.

On successful completion of all 13 units, students will receive a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.

Course Assessment Information

Assessment Types
Practical Task
RPL
Written/Electronic Assessment
Project
Course Learning Outcomes
Where and when can I start?

Domestic 2023 Availabilities

Online Course
Trainee Course

Domestic 2024 Availabilities

Online Course
Online
January: Full Time/Part Time
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
Trainee Course

Domestic 2025 Availabilities

Online Course
Online
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
December: Full Time/Part Time
Trainee Course

Domestic 2026 Availabilities

Online Course
Online
February: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
Trainee Course
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