What does this course involve?
This course is the hands-on way to get a solid, practical grounding in bookkeeping.
This is the traineeship version of the Certificate III course. You will need a training contract with an employer, and you must have previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre.
You will learn all the skills necessary to perform bookkeeping tasks in the workplace.
You will receive training in manual and computerised accounting, office procedures, computing and communications. Special emphasis is given to the practical aspects of bookkeeping as a career.
What employment opportunities will I have?
The course can leads to jobs such as:
- Accounts receivable and payable
- Bookkeeper including payroll, general ledger, bank reconciliation
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
As a graduate of this course you may be able to go on to study the Certificate IV in Financial Services (Accounting).
Can I apply?
- You must be 16 years or over (or mature age)
- You must have a training contract with an employer
- You must have previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
How do I apply?
Direct Entry - Rolling enrolments
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
Length of course
Full time 18 months
Where will I study?
Elgar Campus,
Industry Site
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
How will I be assessed?
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
- Workplace Assessment
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.
All fees quoted are the 2009 calendar year indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.