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Course: Bridging Course for Bookkeepers

This course has been custom-designed to provide a pathway from the Certificate IV in (Financial Services) Bookkeeping FNS40207 to the Diploma of Accounting FNS50210.

Open to anyone who has completed the six core units from the Certificate IV in (Financial Services) Bookkeeping FNS40207. Upon successful completion, you will receive an Open Colleges Professional Certificate.

Offered as an online course or by correspondence, it has been developed to meet the specific needs of the distance education student and provides a high level of flexibility. Start anytime, study in your own time and progress at your own pace. An experienced trainer will provide valuable feedback throughout your studies and you will also have access to the full resources and features of the OpenSpace online learning platform.
Course Number E0116
Course Fees From $35.00 per week View our payment options
Delivery mode: Print or online
Course duration: Max 6 months
Assessments: Case studies and reports
Qualification: Open Colleges Professional Certificate
Government Funding No
Career One jobs for:
Assistant & Part-Qualified Accountants 190
Accounts Clerk & Administration 167
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable 460
General/Other: Accounting 664
Payroll & Benefits Administration 265

Subject

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  • Process business tax requirements
    • Maintain accounting records for taxation purposes
    • Establish and maintain a process for managing business tax returns
    • Process business tax returns and lodgements

Entry requirements

Minimum education

To gain entry into this course, a student must be deemed competent in the following core units from the Certificate IV in Financial Services (Bookkeeping) FNS40207:
  • FNSICIND401B Apply principles of professional practice to work in the financial services industry
  • FNSICGEN304B Apply health and safety practices in the workplace
  • FNSICGEN302B Use technology in the workplace
  • FNSACCT405B Prepare financial statements
  • FNSACCT406B Maintain asset and inventory records
  • FNSICGEN301B Communicate in the workplace

Minimum age

Minimum age of 16 years. If you are under 18 your application must be signed by a parent or guardian.

Computer requirements

Students will need access to a computer and the internet. For students who do not have access to either a computer or the internet please contact a student support officer to discuss alternative methods of communication.

Minimum specifications for PC are:

  • Microsoft Office 2003 or equivalent,
  • Microsoft Windows XP and
  • CD-ROM drive.

Students will also need access to a printer and the following applications:

  • Adobe Acrobat Reader and
  • Macromedia Flash player.

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 competency before enrolling into the course. Examples of appropriate evidence are listed below:

Evidence

Example
IELTS Overall score of 5.5
TOEFL 530 (paper), 197 (computer) or 71 (internet)
12 months in English-speaking employment Testimonial, statutory declaration

Open Colleges will endeavour to provide additional assistance to students who experience difficulties with language, literacy and numeracy.

Successful completion of the Bridging Course for Bookkeepers provides direct entry into the Diploma of Accounting FNS50210.

Stephen Blacktop

Stephen Blacktop

A Certified Practising Accountant and with extensive practical experience as an accountant and trainer, Stephen Blacktop brings a wealth of knowledge to his role as trainer.

During his years in accounting, Stephen held senior positions for a number of small businesses as well as publicly-listed companies and multi-national corporations across various industries.

Stephen has numerous qualifications, including a Bachelor of Commerce, and is a member of CPA Australia. Since 1998, he has managed his own consulting company, offering MYOB accounting and training services to small business, as well as key performance analysis. He has also developed a range of accounting courses and has conducted classroom training for adult learners and small business owners.

A dedicated trainer, Stephen provides a supportive learning environment for his students and is committed to guiding them successfully through their studies.

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