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BAS Agent FNSSS00004 skillset

BAS Agent FNSSS00004 skillset Short Course
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The BAS Agent Short Course meets the units of competency for the educational requirements of the Tax practitioner Board BAS Agent requirement. (Click here for full educational requirements from TPB) This course provides a pathway into the FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (**If you don’t have any Accounting qualification, you’ll need to complete the Cert IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, which includes the BAS agent units). See below link for further details.

Cert IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping Course

Learn how to use Accounting Software through the MYOB Academy trial platform or XERO trial version. This course includes the GST requirement of BAS agent units of competency. Enrol at anytime. Full Support as you navigate through the E-learning platform. *Self paced!
Please note; you can complete the FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping with IIT, which includes the BAS agent units if you need the minimum Accounting qualification also.

Our BAS Agent Short Course course allows you to study via the flexible, Distance education online program. Digital course material is included in the pricing and full support is available while you study at your own pace.

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The BAS Agent Short Course covers the following THREE topics

Course name: Mode of Delivery: Online only (Self Paced) 8 months or 18 months for Full Cert IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
BAS Agent Short Course $599 $475 Short time only!
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Introduction to the Accounting Profession Introduces the concept of accounting and its history. Provides students with an overview of how accounting is organised within Australia. Outlines Accounting Skills, Applying Principles of Professional Practice, use of technology, communication and health and safety practices within the accounting workplace/environment.
Accrual System of Accounting Provides students with an overview of Details of Source Documents, Contra Entries, Adjusting Entries, Provisions (Allowances), Bad Debt, Managing Debt Recovery, Stock of Assets Used as Expenses, Depreciation, Charts of Accounts and Credit/Debit Card Payments.
Payroll, Small Business & GST Issues Provides students with an overview of payroll processes, using software, employee entitlements, GST Attribution, Cash Accounting Requirements, Tax Invoices, Business Activity Statement (BAS) and Introduction to the Pay As you Go (PAYG) System. (XERO or MYOB case study)

Course Overview

This course is ideal for adults of all ages seeking to become a registered BAS agent with the Tax Practitioner Board (TPB) **Minimum requirement to become a registered BAS agent is the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, which includes these BAS agent units. If you already have a higher level qualification in Accounting you can just complete this BAS agent Skill Set instead.

Entry Requirements Nil. Year 12 English or equivalent is recommended.
Study Method: Distance Education Distance or self-paced learning allows you to start a course when it suits you best. Moreover, it provides you with the flexibility to continue with your other commitments in life, such as work, parenthood and your social life. BEST OF ALL, it gives you access to our Distance Education Team who can discuss concepts, conduct skill-based role plays and provide feedback on any assessments submitted.
Course Duration The duration of the course will vary depending on each individual student and their prior experience and knowledge. 70 hours over a maximum of 8 months is the recommended timeframe for students new to the industry.
Assessments True / False Questions (TF), Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Short Answer Questions (SAQ) Case study, Roleplay and Oral assessment as well as Accounting Software case study and quiz. For more information on assessment process, click here
Exemptions and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) If you have completed previous studies in the financial services area, you may be eligible for some credits towards the course by way of course exemptions. For more information on course exemptions and recognition of prior learning, click here
Qualification Pathway This short course has national recognition. We recommend you progress into the FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.
Related Courses FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

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Units of Competency

To be awarded the

FNSSS00004 Bas Agent skillset. The following units of competency must successfully achieved. 
**The TPB-Tax Practitioner Board have approved these units of competency on their board approved list for IIT including TASA.

FNSTPB411 Complete business activity and instalment activity statements (Current)
FNSTPB412 Establish and maintain payroll systems (Current)
FNSTPB401 Complete business Activity and Instalment Activity Statements (*superseded but approved if you currently have attained this unit from us previously)
FNSTPB402 Establish and Maintain Payroll Systems (*superseded but approved if you currently have attained this unit from us previously)

Please contact us on 1300 88 33 46 for more information or email education@iit.edu.au