Certificate III in Accounts Administration
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Program Overview
Introduction to the Certificate III in Accounts Administration
The Certificate III in Accounts Administration is a nationally recognised accredited course that introduces students to basic accounting skills and terminology. This qualification reflects the role of individuals with functions that could include financial data entry, processing accounts, and payrolls, providing customer service in financial transactions, and producing financial reports.
Career Opportunities
The achievement of this qualification requires students to complete 7 core and 4 elective units. On successful completion, students will receive a Certificate III in Accounts Administration. Career opportunities include Accounts Assistant, Accounts Clerk, Office Assistant, and Payroll Junior.
Pathways
Some units of competency within FNS30322 may provide credit towards FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping. Students can also use their completed study in FNS30322 and pathway into FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set or FNSSS00004 BAS Agent Registration Skill Set.
Course Structure
The course is available in online mode, with a duration of 12-18 months for online self-directed study and part-time study. The recommended study load is one unit per 10-week study period.
Entry Requirements
Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy assessment is required prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher-level course.
Fees and Scholarships
The course fee is $0-$3,289, with subsidies available to reduce the cost of tuition fees for TAFE courses. Fee-free TAFE places are limited and only available for new course enrolments from January 1, 2026.
How to Apply
To apply, students must meet the course requirements, get a Unique Student Identifier, prepare eligibility documentation, and submit their application. The last day to apply is Monday, January 19, 2026.
Related Courses
Related courses include the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40222) and the BAS Agent Registration Skill Set (FNSSS00004).
Course Details
- Course Code: FNS30322
- Course Name: Certificate III in Accounts Administration
- Duration: 12-18 months
- Study Mode: Online
- Total Units: 11
Career Opportunities
- Accounts Assistant
- Accounts Clerk
- Office Assistant
- Payroll Junior
Pathways
- FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
- FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set
- FNSSS00004 BAS Agent Registration Skill Set
Entry Requirements
- Completion of the bksb online literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy assessment
Fees and Scholarships
- Course Fee: $0-$3,289
- Subsidies: Available to reduce the cost of tuition fees
- Fee-Free TAFE: Limited places available for new course enrolments from January 1, 2026
How to Apply
- Check course requirements
- Get a Unique Student Identifier
- Prepare eligibility documentation
- Submit application
- Complete bksb testing
Related Courses
- Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40222)
- BAS Agent Registration Skill Set (FNSSS00004)