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Get Xero Certified and Work in Accounts or Bookkeeping

Earn an ICOES-accredited Certificate and Xero's Official Advisor Certification in around 15 hours of self-paced online study.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Upon completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.

Xero Official Advisor Certification

As a Xero Partner, The Career Academy provides access to Xero's Official Advisor Certification upon course completion.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Unlimited support from industry expert tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your learning journey.

100% Online & Self-Paced

Study entirely online at your own pace, fitting study around work, family, or daily life with 6 months access.

Career Centre Access

Instant access to Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, free personalised CV review, job tips, and interview preparation resources.

Career Success Bundle Upgrade

Optional upgrade including expert career coaching, personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven job success strategies.

Free Student ID Card

Virtual Student ID card giving access to over 150,000 discounts in New Zealand and worldwide on food, entertainment, and travel.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion to stand out to employers on SEEK.

CPD Hours

Earn 15 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours upon completion of the course.

15 hours of content, 6 months access, fully self-paced
Skills & Applications

The Skills You'll Build

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.

35k+Employed in this field (NZ)
9%Projected job growth (NZ)
Xero OperatorBookkeeping Assistant (Xero)Accounts Clerk (Xero-based)Accounts Payable ClerkAccounts Receivable ClerkFinance Assistant (Xero)Payroll Data Entry ClerkSmall-Business BookkeeperXero Certified ApprenticeFinancial Administration Officer

Indicative market figures from publicly available New Zealand data (Stats NZ · careers.govt.nz). No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 8 Modules Inside The Course

The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.

8Total Units
8Core Units

Core Units

Introduction to Xero Online
Xero Chart of Accounts
Managing Contacts with Xero
Xero Sales, Invoices, Quotes & Inventory

 

Xero Purchases & Bills
Reconciliation and Managing Accounts in Xero
Introduction to Xero Reporting
Introduction to Xero Add-ons
After This Course

Where It Leads Next

Advanced Xero Skills / Xero Advisor Certification

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.

Certificate in Bookkeeping

Students can progress to further bookkeeping and accounting qualifications offered by The Career Academy. Offered through The Career Academy.

Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

Before You Apply

No previous accounting experience required
No prior Xero knowledge required
No finance job title required to benefit from the skills

How It Starts

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The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$29 / week

Payment Plan, $29 per week. Budget friendly option with flexibility in payments. 10-day money back guarantee.

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Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

Are there any entry requirements for this course?

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.

How much does this course cost?

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.

How long does the course take to complete?

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.

How is this course delivered?

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.

Is there a work placement component?

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.

Is this course accredited or recognised?

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.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

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.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Training Establishment

TC
The Career Academy NZ
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
Dedicated career support team offering coaching guidance and advice every step of the way, including after course completion. 24/7 access to career resources. One-to-one coaching available through Career Success Hub and Business Hub.
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