If you're serious about a career in accounting, this qualification was developed in close consultation with, and accredited by, the Australian accounting industry’s professional bodies to get you set up as a registered tax agent or accountant.
This is the course you need to get set up as a registered tax agent or assistant accountant — including corporate governance, tax law and high level financial reporting — it's a great way to start your accountancy career, or a great option as a pathway to the Bachelor of Accounting.
Satisfactory completion of this qualification entitles you to join the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), one of the three peak accounting bodies representing accountants in Australia. This qualification also includes units that comprise an approved Tax Practitioner Board (TPB) course in Australian taxation law and commercial law, which are relevant for registration as a tax agent.
The Advanced Diploma of Accounting was developed in close consultation with, and accredited by, the Australian accounting industry’s professional bodies.
Note: This course is best suited for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.
This nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide advanced standing towards a relevant university degree, if you would like to pursue higher level study.
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In this short video, you'll hear from a student studying at Western Australia's Central Regional TAFE.
Doing your qualification at a WA TAFE college or accredited private training provider will ensure you're receiving quality, industry standard training to get the skills and knowledge employers are looking for.
Choose a WA TAFE college that delivers this course
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
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Be guided by our expert team of lecturers who are industry professionals as you learn in-demand skills such as corporate governance, tax law, financial reporting, analysis, providing financial advice and supporting clients with regular monitoring.
The units in this course meet the educational eligibility requirements for the following two skills sets with the Tax Practitioners Board:
- FNSSS00008 Tax Law for Tax Agents Skill Set (Tax documentation)
- FNSSS00009 Tax Law for Tax Agents Skill Set (Tax Plans)
Students seeking Tax Agent Registration should gain advice from the Tax Practitioners Board via http://www.tpb.gov.au/(opens in a new tab)
Satisfactory completion of the course entitles you to join the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), one of the three peak accounting bodies representing accountants in Australia.
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.