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Tax Agent Certification
FNSSS00005 & FNSSS00008
Master tax and its legislation in the Australian industry with training on individual and corporate documentation, as well as regulations and systems.
100% Flexible
Study online, anytime, anywhere, on any device
Unrivalled Student Support
by specialists who serve only the accounting industry.
Essential knowledge and skills
Taught by real-world industry leaders, not academics.
Deep Industry Connections
Future-proof your career
Free Student Membership
with accounting and bookkeeping industry bodies.
Designed by Accountants
100% designed by and for accounting professionals.
Tax Agent Certification
With tax code affecting every aspect of the economy, and even small changes having an impact on everyone, there is a constant demand for tax expertise. If becoming a qualified professional who can help employers or clients prepare and lodge their tax returns excites you, you can start on this exciting career path by completing a Tax Agent Certification.
Prepare and administer tax documentation for legal entities
Apply legal principles in contract and consumer law
Apply legal principles in corporations and trust law
Apply legal principles in property law
Tax Agent Certification Course Details
Course Duration
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Tax Agent Certification Course Modules
This course is self-paced and delivered through the Ab² Institute of Accounting’s online learning management system. Activities will include live trainer-led study sessions, interactive learning content, course workbook activities and independent study.
FNSACC512 Prepare tax documentation for individuals
- Gather client income data and verify client, organisational and legislative
- requirements
- Identify, record and present clients’ non-complex income tax documentation
- Manage lodgement of clients’ non-complex income tax documentation
FNSACC601 Prepare and administer tax documentation for legal entities
- Identify taxation requirements for complex lodgements and returns
- Gather and analyse data relevant to client tax position
- Prepare and present tax documentation
- Lodge tax documentation
This module includes three units and will cover the following topics:
FNSTPB503 Apply legal principles in contract and consumer law
- Research legal aspects of contract and consumer law
- Analyse legal issues and risks associated with operation of a business
- Apply knowledge of contract and consumer laws to client circumstances
- Apply legal knowledge
FNSTPB504 Apply legal principles in corporations and trust law
- Research legal aspects of corporations and trust law relevant to client’s circumstances
- Analyse issues and risks associated with operation of a business
- Apply knowledge of law to business structures
- Apply legal knowledge
FNSTPB505 Apply legal principles in property law
- Research legal aspects of property law
- Analyse legal issues and risks associated with operation of a business
- Apply knowledge of property laws to client circumstances
- Apply legal knowledge
Before you enrol
Please read our Student Handbook for information about our policies and procedures.
Once you are enrolled
- You will need to Register for a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
- Complete a pre-course evaluation to determine your course readiness.
- Take our Online Study Readiness Quiz to do a self-assessment.
Further information about course prerequisites can be found on our FAQ page.
Learner groups
There is a total of 650 expected study hours for this course, depending on your existing skills and knowledge.
We have identified four student groups for this training product.
Beginner Group (Full Study Pathway) – limited relevant knowledge or skill in the competence contained in this qualification. No recent industry experience. Study hours is up to 650 hours.
Intermediate Group (Partial Study Pathway) – moderate relevant knowledge or skill in the competence contained in this qualification. Limited recent industry experience. Includes learners who:
- are interested in becoming a tax agent with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) without any previously completed formal qualification but may have some minor administrative work experience related to bookkeeping or accounting for less than a year (e.g., as a result of completing a lower-level FNS qualification)
- may be working as a tax or commercial law agent but in another country
Study hours is up to 537 hours.
Expert Group (Full Recognition Pathway) – extensive relevant knowledge or skill in the competence contained in this qualification. Extensive industry experience. Includes learners who:
- have previously completed FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting and are currently working in the industry for in the last 2 years
- are currently working as a tax agent or commercial law agent for the last 3 years and are just looking to refresh their knowledge and skills.
Study hours is up to 268 hours (assessment only).
To complete your studies, you will need to have access to:
- A computer with:
- Internet access through Google Chrome (at least 5+mbps)
- Latest MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, or equivalent applications
- Latest Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Printer and Scanner
- Headset and webcam for participation in study sessions
- Basic calculator (Handheld or on a computer)
- At least three individual volunteers for role-play tasks
- Video recording device (camcorder, smartphone, etc.)
Once we receive your enrolment, your Ab2 Student Experience Advisor will reach out to see if he or she can answer any questions about starting the program.
Assessment methods
Assessment is conducted using a combination of Questioning (e.g. written/oral questions, interviews, self-evaluation, and questionnaires), Product-based Methods (e.g. reports, displays, work samples, role plays, presentations, and outputs), and Direct Observation (e.g. assessments in real-time in the workplace or in a simulated off-the-job situation that reflects the workplace).
Recognition of prior learning
If you have prior skills and knowledge built through previous learning, education, or employment experience, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL) and you may not have to study all course modules.
Please call our hotline at 1300 128 943 so you can speak to us for more information.
World-Class skills for a Global Playground
Custom-built by industry experts, this course will help you meet the education and experience requirements to become a registered Tax Agent. Equip yourself with the skills to help taxpayers enjoy the peace of mind that comes from getting professional tax advice.
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