Study 140 hours of practical accounting online, earn a certificate endorsed by IAAP, ICOES, and CPD Standards Office, and build skills for roles across finance and bookkeeping.
Study 140 hours of practical accounting online, earn a certificate endorsed by IAAP, ICOES, and CPD Standards Office, and build skills for roles across finance and bookkeeping.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
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
Business Essentials
Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Upon completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by IAAP, ICOES, and CPD Standards Office, recognised by employers in Australia's accounting industry.
Access unlimited support from qualified accounting and bookkeeping tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your course.
Study completely online at your own pace, fitting learning around work and life. No exams, ever.
Receive six premium accounting and tax eBooks including the Australian Master Tax Guide (2024), Australian Master GST Guide (2023), Australian GST Legislation (2024), and more.
Through The Career Academy's Xero Partner status, students gain access to the official Xero Advisor Certification as part of their course.
Students receive six months of free access to MYOB accounting software via The Career Academy's MYOB Education Partnership.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, free personalised CV review, and a five-step job success process.
This qualification can be leveraged to advance towards becoming a Certified Accounting Technician with the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), and further into ACCA Chartered Certified Accountant status.
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The Career Academy is an online education provider helping 25,000+ students each year. They offer 100% online, self-paced courses with a 10-day money back guarantee, flexible payment plans (e.g. $25 per week), and unlimited 24/7 support via email and phone. Courses are industry-accredited and cover areas including psychology and counselling, medical reception, bookkeeping, dog grooming, and more. Student stories highlight career changers and upskilling across diverse industries.
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Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.
This Certificate in Accounting, delivered by The Career Academy, covers core accounting principles, tax compliance, GST, financial reporting, and software skills using both Xero and MYOB. Students work through around 140 hours of content across 6 months of access, entirely online and self-paced, no exams, no fixed timetable.
The course suits career changers, small business owners, and professionals looking to formalise their accounting knowledge. Unlimited tutor support is available during business hours, and six premium eBooks, including the Australian Master Tax Guide and Australian Master GST Guide, are included at no extra cost.
Graduates earn a Certificate of Achievement endorsed by IAAP, ICOES, and the CPD Standards Office. The course also includes the Xero Advisor Certification and six months of free MYOB access, giving students hands-on experience with two of Australia's most widely used accounting platforms.
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Last updated: July 2026