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Ab2 Institute of Accounting logo
  • Home
  • Company
    • About Us
    • The Ab2 Difference
  • Our Courses
    • Accounting & Bookkeeping
      • Accounting Pro: EQ and Ethics
      • Advanced Accounting
        Principles Skill Set
      • ASIC Registered Agent
      • BAS Agent Skill Set
      • Certificate III in Accounts Administration
      • Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
      • Data and Cyber Security
      • Diploma of Accounting
      • Diploma of Payroll Services
      • Introduction to Accounting
      • Introduction to Bookkeeping
      • SMSF Foundations
    • Accounting Software
      • Xero Courses
        • Certificate in Xero Basic
        • Certificate in Xero Advanced
        • Certificate in Xero Payroll
        • Certificate in Xero Practice Manager
        • Certificate in Xero Tax: Accounting Principles
      • MYOB Courses
        • Certificate in MYOB Essentials Basic
        • Certificate in MYOB Essentials Advanced 
        • Certificate in MYOB Essentials Payroll  
      • QuickBooks Courses
        • Certificate in QuickBooks Basics
        • Certificate in QuickBooks Advanced
        • Certificate in QuickBooks Payroll
    • Client Service & Administration
      • Corporate Secretarial Essentials
    • Professional Development Plans
    • Success Skills
      • Communicating with Influence
      • Critical Thinking
      • Customer Centric Mindset
      • Developing a Commercial Mindset
      • Effective Teamwork
      • Mastering the Digital Workplace
      • Maximising Your Well-Being and Resilience
      • Mental Fitness
      • Personal Effectiveness & Time Management
      • Virtual Presentation Skills
      • Working in a Remote Team
    • Leadership And People Management
      • Emerging Leaders
      • Lead the Firm
      • Leadership Excellence
      • Effective Offshoring
    • Tax Training
      • Tax Agent Certification
  • Blog
  • Contact Us

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the Ab2 Institute of Accounting?

Ab2 is a vibrant, forward-thinking education provider for the accounting industry, committed to high-calibre training and education for some of the brightest firms in the business. More about what makes the Ab2 Institute of Accounting different here.

What makes Ab2 Institute of Accounting one of the top education providers for the accounting industry?

Ab2 provides high-calibre short courses and qualifications for the accounting industry, covering every career stage: from newcomers, to career-changers, up to firm owners. All courses are handcrafted and taught by real-world industry leaders with decades of hands-on experience, who are working in the real world, right now. As such our courses are relevant and industry-forward, equipping you for current and future developments. Ab2 Institute of Accounting is also a registered training organisation and as such is approved by the Australian Skills Quality Authority.

What are some of the advantages of enrolling in Ab2’s courses?

When you sign up for the FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting, FNS50417 Diploma of Payroll Services and/or FNS30317 Certificate III in Accounts Administration you’ll automatically become a student member of the Institute of Public Accountants. At no cost to you this membership opens up a world of benefits and resources such as insurance solutions, practice development tools, checklists, CPD events and more.

By completing our Accounting Pro: EQ & Ethics (also recognised by the AQF), FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping or FNSSS00004 BAS Agent Skill Set course, you will gain free student membership to the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT). The AAT is Australia’s longest standing bookkeeping association and provides members with important status and recognition about their skills and experience. Ab² is one of very few RTOs to offer the Tax Practitioners Board approved course to become a registered BAS agent.

Course Information

Are Ab2’s courses certified?

Ab2 Institute of Accounting is a registered training organisation and as such is approved by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) with the designated RTO code: 45670. Our Accounting and Bookkeeping courses listed below are nationally recognised, TPB (Tax Practitioner’s Board) approved and fall under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

  • FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
  • FNSSS00004 BAS Agent Skill Set
  • FNS30317 Certificate III in Accounts Administration
  • FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting
  • FNS50417 Diploma of Payroll Services 
Are courses online or face-to-face?
We tailor our courses to be flexible to fit your busy schedule. We offer online programs, supported by virtual support sessions each week, allowing you to have real-time access from anywhere and on any device, which means you can learn at your convenience.
How are Ab2’s courses developed?

Our courses are developed by leading industry educational professionals and industry experts, resulting in courses packed with insight and transferable skills that are hard to come by. Ab2 gives you direct access to some of the best financial education experts, who can advise and support you during your studies. 

What do Ab²‘s courses offer students?
  • Deep industry connections to future-proof your career
  • Up-to-date courses taught by real-world industry leaders
  • Unrivalled student support by specialists who work in the accounting industry right now
  • Free student membership with accounting and bookkeeping industry bodies
  • 100% flexibility – study online, anytime, anywhere, on any device
How long are your courses?
We have an estimate duration for all our online courses. It is an estimate since your completion will depend on the amount of time, you’re willing/you plan to spend on the course. If you spend more time, you’ll be able to finish your assigned course quickly. You will have access to the course 24 months from enrolment.

Training and Support

How will we stay in touch if courses are online?

When you study with Ab2, you join a supportive network focused on your success. From enrolment to course completion, our support team will be with you all the way, to help and guide so that you get the most out of your learning and experience. You can reach out to one of our student advisors at any time here.

Do you have study sessions?
Yes, we have a weekly study session for our qualification courses. Aside from these sessions, you can always reach out to our Student Experience Advisors if you have any questions.

Payment Information

Are the courses affordable?
Our prices are market-related for the calibre of content, course creators and instructors that we curate for our students. For nationally recognised and accredited accounting and bookkeeping certifications, Ab2 is one of the few registered training providers to offer the TPB (Tax Practitioners Board) approved courses required to become a registered BAS agent or a registered tax agent.
What are your payment options?
Our courses are available via once off payment or via payment plan.
Do you accept government funding?
We do not accept government funding as of this time. However, you can reach out to Apprenticeship companies like Busy at work for assistance.

General FAQs

How quick is Ab2’s marking turnaround?
Getting you your results as quickly as possible is our top priority. We know how important these results are and we will support you in every way that we can to ensure a quick response – typically we offer a 5-day turnaround.
Why should I choose Ab2?

What we offer:

  • 100% online. Complete flexibility. Study anywhere, anytime. 
  • Unrivalled student support by specialists that only serve the accounting and bookkeeping industry. 
  • Course development and teaching by real-world industry leaders. 
  • Ab² is one of very few RTOs to offer the Tax Practitioners Board approved course to become a registered BAS agent. 
  • Deep industry connections with potential employers and contacts to future-proof your career. 
  • Free student membership with accounting and bookkeeping industry bodies. 
Is Ab² Institute Accounting a registered training organization in Australia?

Yes, Ab2 is a registered training institution with an RTO Code of 45670, Here’s our Australian training provider registration details: training.gov.au – 45670 – AB2 Institute Pty Ltd

I already completed some of the of modules from a different RTO, can I transfer it when I transfer to Ab² Institute of Accounting?
Yes, we accommodate a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or credit transfer from your previous RTO. Just secure a copy of your transcripts or Statement of Attainment (SOA)
Ho do I register for an AAT membership?

AAT recently transitioned IPA (Institute of Public Accountants) which you can read more about here.

To register, please follow the steps here.

What software courses do you offer?

We currently have courses covering Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB.

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1300 128 943

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New Student Enquiries: learning@ab2institute.edu.au
Student Support: support@ab2institute.edu.au

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Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Australia

Level 12, 36 Marine Parade
Southport QLD 4215

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