Certificate in Accounting

Name: Certificate in Accounting
Brand: The Career Academy
Price: $995 + GST

Become a standout locally with an internationally recognised qualification

This is a course that ticks all the boxes. The Career Academy Certificate in Accounting will provide you with all the necessary skills to work in an accounting environment. There’s no prior experience needed to do the course. And once you finish, you’ll be awarded a certificate that’s fully accredited by the International Association of Accounting Professionals and ICOES.

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Duration & Course Level

~140 Hours | 6 Months Access | Level 4

Study in your own time, at your own pace. Students generally complete one module per-week.

Get Qualified & Earn More

Gain Essential Accounting Skills

Be awarded with an industry and employer recognised certificate of achievement on completion of this course.

Investment & Payment Options

Improve your career prospects for just $995 + GST

Or from only $25 per week with our no deposit, interest free payment plan.

Students rate us 4.8 out of 5 stars

How you'll benefit

Increase your competence and skills in practical accounting areas to manage business accounts
Learn online, at your own pace with unlimited tutor support
Get up to six months access to MYOB included with your course, plus receive the official Xero Advisor Certification!
Delivered by qualified accountants and members of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand
The Career Academy is an official Xero and MYOB Education Partner

Course Modules

The Certificate in Accounting comprises the following 13 modules;

Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
General Journal
General Ledger and the Trial Balance
Depreciation
Adjusting Entries
Financial Statements
Understanding GST
Fundamentals of Income Tax
Accounting with Xero
Accounting with MYOB
Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management
Financial Statement Analysis
Accounting using Microsoft Excel

Why The Career Academy?

We’re an internationally recognised online education provider, who partners with industry to deliver you the latest and most up to date content. We have almost 15 years experience in online education and help change the lives of over 20,000 students every single year.

Upskill and be awarded with an industry and employer recognised certificate to help you reach your potential & earn more.
You’ll receive unlimited tutor support from experienced professionals
Flexible online learning so you can study whenever and wherever you want
Get free access to the career centre who will review and improve your CV to help you succeed
83% of our graduates say our qualifications improved their ability to get a new job or promotion

See exactly what you'll be learning

Download a free course guide to find out more about course modules, your tutors, pricing and payment details, course duration & access.

Receive unlimited tutor support

Our professional tutors at The Career Academy are industry experts who are passionate about helping students succeed. They’re committed to providing exceptional online course support and personal tutoring to help you succeed. Throughout your course, you’ll receive unlimited tutor support via phone and email.

Be awarded with an industry recognised certificate

Our students rate us 4.8 out of 5 stars

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is certificate course in accounting?

The Career Academy Certificate in Accounting will provide you with all the necessary skills to work in an accounting environment. There’s no prior experience needed to do the course. And once you finish, you’ll be awarded a certificate that’s fully accredited by the International Association of Accounting Professionals and ICOES.

Is accounting certificate worth it?

Absolutely. Employers throughout New Zealand value candidates who hold an accounting certificate.

What can I do with accounting certificate?

Gain new job opportunities and increase your competence and skills in practical accounting areas to manage business accounts.

Which is best course for accounting?

The Certificate in Accounting is best if you are applying for entry level accounting roles. If you want to progress your accounting career into senior level accounting roles, we recommend the Advanced Certificate in Accounting or Accounting Pathway Program. This includes an AAT qualification which a awarded by the Association of Accounting Technicians. It is a prestigious and recognised qualification that is recognised by employers throughout both New Zealand and the world.

Can I become an accountant without a degree?

You can complete the Accounting Technician Pathway Program which will enable you to become a qualified accounting technician.

How long is a certificate in accounting?

Anywhere from 10 weeks to six months in duration.

How do I enrol?

There are no entry requirements or pre-requisites to enrol into this course. You can enrol online directly by selecting your course and clicking on “Enrol Now” and follow the prompts. Alternatively, you can enrol over the phone with our friendly student advisors. Give them a call on 0800342829 or email them at info@careeracademy.co.nz

Do you have a money back guarantee?

Absolutely! You’ve got a 8 day cooling off period (or trial period) at the start of your course. Take that time to look through all your learning material and get a feel for online learning. If you decide the course isn’t for you within the trial period, you’ll get a full money back guarantee less a $50 + GST administration fee.

What job can I get once I have completed the qualification?

Our qualifications prepare you take on a huge range of practical based roles. Contact a friendly student advisor on 0800 342 829 to find out about potential career outcomes and see where our courses can take you. Employers also constantly approach The Career Academy looking for students and employers also advertise for jobs in the Career Centre (available once you enrol). You’ll also receive a FREE CV review.

How does online learning work?

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Your course will be delivered by our online learning platform. You can access our online learning platform from any web browser 24/7 so you can work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students in the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the resources you need at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates, you can start whenever you are ready. Your tutors will check in on your progress and you do need to set up time to do your work. Most of The Career Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week. But if life gets busy you can take longer, or if you have time you can do more than one module a week.