Earn an ICOES-accredited Certificate and Xero's Official Advisor Certification in around 15 hours of self-paced online study.
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Upon completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.
As a Xero Partner, The Career Academy provides access to Xero's Official Advisor Certification upon course completion.
Unlimited support from industry expert tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your learning journey.
Study entirely online at your own pace, fitting study around work, family, or daily life with 6 months access.
Instant access to Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, free personalised CV review, job tips, and interview preparation resources.
Optional upgrade including expert career coaching, personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven job success strategies.
Virtual Student ID card giving access to over 150,000 discounts in New Zealand and worldwide on food, entertainment, and travel.
Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion to stand out to employers on SEEK.
Earn 15 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours upon completion of the course.
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.
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The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.
Upon completing the Certificate in Xero, students receive access to Xero's Official Advisor Certification through The Career Academy's Xero Partner status. Offered through Xero.
Students can progress to further bookkeeping and accounting qualifications offered by The Career Academy. Offered through The Career Academy.
Payment Plan, $29 per week. Budget friendly option with flexibility in payments. 10-day money back guarantee.
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There are no formal entry requirements. The course is designed for beginners and suits anyone new to Xero or moving into a bookkeeping or accounts role. Basic computer literacy and English comprehension are helpful.
A weekly payment plan may be available, making the course accessible without paying upfront. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.
The course includes around 15 hours of content and comes with six months of access from enrolment. Because it is fully self-paced, students can work through it faster or spread it across the full access period.
The course is 100% online and self-paced, there are no fixed class times or set schedules. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours throughout the course.
This course does not include a work placement. The practical focus is built into the course itself, with students working directly in the Xero platform to develop real, job-ready skills.
The course carries endorsement from ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards) and the CPD Standards Office, and earns 15 CPD hours on completion. Students also receive Xero's Official Advisor Certification through The Career Academy NZ's status as a Xero Partner. It is not a government-accredited or NZQF-registered qualification.
This course covers Xero from the ground up, from setting up accounts and processing transactions to payroll, invoicing, and reporting. Students learn practical, hands-on skills using the actual Xero platform, building the confidence to use it in a real workplace from day one.
Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits anyone moving into bookkeeping, accounts, or financial administration, whether that's a first role, a career change, or adding Xero skills to an existing finance background. No prior experience is required.
Study is 100% online and self-paced, with six months of access and around 15 hours of content. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours throughout the course. On completion, students earn 15 CPD hours, an ICOES-accredited Certificate of Achievement, and Xero's Official Advisor Certification.
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