Course Overview

About This Course

The Advanced Diploma of Accounting course is designed for people who want to find professional accounting job roles in financial services and other industries. It contributes to, but does not encompass, educational requirements for providing tax agent services. The pathway from this course is employment in the accounting profession or to studies in higher level accounting qualification. You will apply theoretical and technical skills in a range of situations and display initiative and judgement in planning activities. This course prepares you for roles. This course is available for Domestic Students under the Smart and Skilled Program in NSW. Under the Smart and Skilled program, the NSW Government subsidises training for students residing in specific regions of NSW. Click here to find out more about the Smart & Skilled Program NSW and apply now!

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide

Level 1 29 King William St, ADELAIDE, SA 5000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

$4,400

Duration

Part Time*: 8 terms (approx. 2 year/s); * Part-time option only available for domestic students.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

ACADEMIC - Successful completion of FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting; or its superseded version FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting or equivalent, provided the listed elective unit BSBTEC402 Design and produce complex spreadsheets (or equivalent) has been completed by those seeking to enrol. For more information please visit our website apc.edu.au .
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
General English – Upper Intermediate Level; or
Equivalent English Proficiency Skills test result as per the attached comparison table .

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Assistant Accountant
Payroll Manager
Bookkeeper
Accounts Supervisor

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

CPA Australia / Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

CPA / CA ANZ / IPA

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units14 units

FNSACC521

Provide financial and business performance information

FNSACC524

Prepare financial reports for corporate entities

FNSACC522

Prepare tax documentation for individuals

FNSACC608

Evaluate organisation’s financial performance

FNSACC613

Prepare and analyse management accounting information

FNSACC605

Implement organisational improvement programs

FNSACC609

Evaluate financial risk

FNSACC610

Develop and implement financial strategies

FNSACC634

Monitor corporate governance activities

FNSINC612

Interpret and use financial statistics and tools

FNSACC614

Prepare complex corporate financial reports

FNSINC611

Apply economic principles to work in the financial services industry

FNSACC601

Prepare and administer tax documentation for legal entities

FNSACC603

Implement tax plans and evaluate tax obligations

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Advanced Diploma of Accounting take to complete?

The Advanced Diploma of Accounting has a duration of 52 weeks in total.

Does the course include a work component?

Yes, the course includes a work component of 24 hours per week over 36 weeks, totalling 864 hours of work-based learning.

How much does the Advanced Diploma of Accounting cost?

The estimated total course cost is AU$9,400, comprising a tuition fee of AU$8,800 and a non-tuition fee of AU$600.

Where can I study the Advanced Diploma of Accounting with Australian Pacific College?

The course is offered across multiple campuses in NSW, QLD, SA, and VIC, including locations in Sydney (Hickson Rd, Clarence St, Kent St, Sydney Rd), Brisbane (Beach Rd, Albert St), Adelaide (King William St), and Melbourne (Queen St and William St).

What is the national course code for this qualification?

The national VET code for the Advanced Diploma of Accounting offered by Young Rabbit Pty Ltd is FNS60222, and the CRICOS course code is 110480H.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate AccountantAssistant AccountantFinancial AnalystTax AccountantAuditor

Key Skills

Financial statement preparation and analysisManagement accounting and cost analysisCorporate and personal taxation under Australian lawAuditing and assurance proceduresFinancial modelling and forecasting

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