A practical, self-paced online programme covering accounting, payroll, GST, and Xero, with an ICOES and CPD-endorsed Certificate of Achievement.
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Upon successfully completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.
Unlimited support from industry expert tutors during business hours via phone and email, including tutors with CPA qualifications and university-level teaching experience.
Study 100% online at your own pace, fitting learning around work and life. 18 months access to course materials.
Receive six free e-books covering NZ taxation law, GST, payroll, bookkeeping, credit management, and master tax guides.
Special partnership with Xero gives students access to the official Xero Advisor Certification.
Special partnership with MYOB provides six months' access to MYOB Business software.
Career benefits and career support services to help students stand out in the job market and progress into accounting, bookkeeping, and finance roles.
Connect with key industry bodies including AAT, MYOB, Xero, the Qualified Bookkeepers Association, and IPA. Access to exclusive networking events, CPD webinars, and the IPA Knowledge Hub for Certified Accounting Technician members.
There are no exams in this course, ever. Assessment is through practical case studies and structured assignments.
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.
Indicative market figures from publicly available New Zealand data (Stats NZ · careers.govt.nz). No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.
The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.
The Accounting Pathway Program includes progression through to Accounting Technician level study, culminating in the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Program with IPA membership benefits. Offered through The Career Academy / AAT.
Payment Plan – $29 per week. No deposit, no credit check. Pay weekly, fortnightly or monthly.
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There are no formal entry requirements listed for this programme. It is designed for people looking to enter or move further into accounting and finance support roles. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites.
A weekly payment plan may be available for this programme. Submit an enquiry to get current pricing details and confirm what payment options suit your situation.
Students have 18 months of access to the course materials, with an estimated study load of around 400 hours. Because the course is fully self-paced, completion time will vary depending on how many hours per week you study.
The course is delivered 100% online and is fully self-paced, so you can study around work and other commitments. There are no exams at any point. Assessment is through practical case studies and structured assignments, which reflect real workplace tasks.
No work placement is included in this programme. The practical focus comes through case study assessments and access to live industry software tools including Xero and MYOB. Submit an enquiry if you have questions about hands-on learning options.
This course carries endorsement from ICOES (the International Council for Online Educational Standards) and the CPD Standards Office. Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement and CPD Points, and The Career Academy NZ is a member of the International Approval and Recognition Council. It is not a government-accredited or NZQF-registered qualification.
This Accounting Pathway Program covers the core skills employers look for in accounting and finance support roles. Students work through bookkeeping, NZ taxation, GST, payroll, credit management, and financial reporting. Assessment is through practical case studies and structured assignments, no exams, ever.
Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course is studied entirely online at your own pace. Students have 18 months of access to course materials and unlimited tutor support from industry experts during business hours. Tutors hold CPA qualifications and bring university-level teaching experience.
The programme includes six free e-books covering NZ taxation law, GST, payroll, bookkeeping, and credit management. Students also gain access to the Xero Advisor Certification and six months of free MYOB Business software, practical tools that translate directly into the workplace.
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