FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Use your love of numbers to help businesses to thrive.
Course essentials
Qualification Code
Entry requirements
Duration
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Course overview
The FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping provides you with the core accounting skills needed to become a registered BAS agent or certified bookkeeper - whether that is across payroll, activity statements or the latest in cloud computing software – along with taking your pick from a range of electives including managing small business operations, financial forecasting and developing complex spreadsheets.
IT requirements
To do this course you’ll need a fast and reliable computer and access to high-speed internet. Expect to use about 5GB of data per month for every unit you’re doing. Find out more about the minimum IT requirements for studying with us.
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Student support
The support we offer is second to none. Need academic help? No problem. Extra access or financial assistance? Let’s see what we can do. View our student services.
The fine print
The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
Everything in this course overview is correct at the time of being published. However, the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Please check for changes before you apply or enrol.
Federation University uses Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (for eligible students) to deliver training.
School department
Federation TAFE
Career paths
Fees and scholarships
Tuition fee information
2026 indicative fees
The fees you pay will depend on your eligibility for a Victorian Government subsidised place under the Skills First Program. The indicative fees displayed below are estimates for the total course and may change depending on individual circumstances at enrolment.
Fees are subject to change annually.
| Concession Government Subsidised Place | Standard Government Subsidised Place | Full Fee Place (Not eligible for government subsidy) |
|---|---|---|
| $730 | $3,673 | $8,223 |
Material fees
This covers things like tools, stationery, uniforms, textbooks, excursions and so on. Expect the cost to be around $283.
Other study costs
A Laptop or personal computer with access to the internet will be required.
Other important information
If you need help managing your fee payments, you might be eligible for a direct debit payment plan. Students doing certificate-level TAFE courses can access payment plans for both tuition and materials fees. Diploma and advanced diploma students can access payment plans for materials fees only.
If you’re accessing government-subsidised training under the Skills First Program, doing this course might affect your ability to access future government-subsidised training.
If you’re eligible to enrol in a course under the Victorian Government Free TAFE initiative, the tuition would be free but you’d still have to pay the materials fee (if applicable).
Find out more about fees, payments and refunds.
Scholarships
There’s a range of scholarships and grants available. Find out what you can apply for.
Course details
Start dates
Semester 2, 2026
Locations
SMB (on campus)
Information
- Our Mt Helen, SMB, Camp St and Gillies St campuses are located in Ballarat. Testing.
Contact hours
This course is considered part time. Students will complete approximately 4 hours per week of in class study or over Teams. Classes are delivered 1 morning or evening per week.
Approximately 6 or more hours expected for you to study outside of class.
Sample course structure
This is a list of units available in this course. Which units you enrol in will depend on the course and stream available.
- Design and produce spreadsheetsBSBTEC302
- Process financial transactions and extract interim reportsFNSACC321
- Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgersFNSACC322
- Prepare operational budgetsFNSACC412
- Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entitiesFNSACC414
- Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industryFNSACC418
- Prepare financial reportsFNSACC421
- Set up and operate computerised accounting systemsFNSACC426
- Complete business activity and instalment activity statementsFNSTPB411
- Establish and maintain payroll systemsFNSTPB412
- Design and produce complex spreadsheetsBSBTEC402
- Prepare financial forecasts and projectionsFNSORG506
- Process superannuation payments in payrollFNSPAY512
Meet us at Open Day
Open Day is your chance to explore all that Federation has to offer. Meet current lecturers and students, ask course questions, learn about our support services and explore campus spaces.
We’ve got heaps of activities, tours and presentations planned. Basically, we want you to get a real feel for Federation. The atmosphere. The opportunities. The community.
Oh – and there’s no need to pack a sandwich. Lunch is on us.
Entry requirements
How you apply will depend on your current situation. Visit our how to apply page for options and instructions.
After you submit your application, we’ll get you to do an online literacy and numeracy review to help us understand where you’re at (and if the course you’re applying for is a good fit). We’ll give you feedback and offer you support if needed.
For information about students’ rights and responsibilities, please refer to the VET Information Guide.
- Direct application
- Yes
- Federation University code
- LBR
- National course code
- FNS40222
- FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting
- Bachelor of Business
Hear from our staff
Hi, my name is Dr Bryce Magnussen and I'm a marketing lecturer within the Institute of Innovation, Science and Sustainability at Federation University. My favourite part of the Bachelor of Business would be the industry placement component, and this is because of the opportunities that it presents our students. The university has good relationships with a range of businesses, which means our students can build on what they've learned their degree while getting practical experience in a variety of industries. This exposure to industry and the chance network, these are incredibly important for student pathways after university. The most interesting parts of the programme. These come from the experience and knowledge that my colleagues bring to the classroom. They're industry insights and expertise, meaning that classes have a practical relevance, and this bridges the gap between theory and practise. We see students develop those key critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will serve them well out in the industry. A real stand out of the Bachelor of Business is the learning environment, the electives that combine to make our majors. These are designed to have small tutorials, and this gives students better access to their lecturers and this makes a really great learning experience. Fun fact, one of my favourite hobbies is kayaking.