FNSSS00004 BAS Agent Registration Skill Set

VU course code:FNSSS00004Level of study:Non-award

Domestic only

Duration

10 weeks

Delivery mode

Face to Face with eLearning

Fees

AU$626

Course fee is subject to change.

Location

Footscray Nicholson Campus

Overview

The BAS Agent Registration Skill Set FNSSS00004 is designed for those who are seeking registration as a business activity statement (BAS) agent with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB).

To become a registered BAS agent, you must satisfy the relevant qualifications and experience requirements that are set out in the Tax Agent Services Regulations 2009 (TASR). Successful completion of this course meets the requirement for a Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) approved course in basic GST/BAS principles.

You'll learn how to carry out business activity and instalment activity statement tasks and how to establish and maintain a payroll system.

Find further information on BAS agent registration on the TPB website.

This course has various entry points. For information on the available dates please submit an enquiry and a VU representative will be in contact with you.

Entry requirements

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course.

Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

Course structure

Upon successful completion of the two core units, A Statement of Attainment for FNSSS00004 BAS Agent Registration Skill Set will be issued.

Where the full qualification is not completed, a Statement of Attainment is issued for passed units.

Fees

Short course full fee (2026): $626

Short course full fee (2027): $647.70

Careers

Once you've successfully registered as a BAS Agent with the TPB, you could find employment as a:

  • BAS agent
  • bookkeeper
  • payroll officer.

Please refer to the Learning Outcomes section for further information about requirements for registration with the Tax Practitioners Board.

Intakes

Melbourne

Term 1
Course starts 25 January 2027
Applications close17 January 2027

Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information on this page, please note that dates are subject to change. Some courses may close early due to an earlier start date or there being limited places available.

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