OverviewAbout this course
Are you looking to meet the Tax Practitioner Board’s (TPB) law requirements for financial advisers providing tax advice? Aimed at upskillers, this microcredential qualification provides students with key skills in commercial law and features an extensive list of industry partners.
Learn to embed ethical law practices in their daily professional lives, a valuable skill in several industries. Conducted in an exciting face-to-face environment, the course is structured so that students can take one subject per semester, fitting study around work and other commitments.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Embed ethical law processes into work practices
Grasp commercial law, specifically the Australian common law and civil law systems
Explore advanced commercial law, including the principles of tort and property law
Course outcomes
Develop specialist skills to gain an advantage in the job market
Initial step to maintaining or renewing accreditation with the Tax Practitioners Board
Confidence to create and implement legal outcomes for clients and stakeholders
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
You must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following:
A completed certificate IV or higher vocational qualification
Note:
Your certificates, transcripts and other entry requirement evidence must be certified through a Justice of the Peace or other authorising officer
Please ensure to attach all evidence when applying for this course to demonstrate the minimum entry requirements and for ease of the enrolment process.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
An interest in law and tax
An interest in helping others
Strong attention to detail
Good communication and relationship building skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
You do not require an ATAR score for entry into this course.
If you are unable to meet the entry requirements, you may be eligible for special admission.
Please continue with your application and you will be guided to identify as mature aged (at least 21 years old in your first year of study) or disadvantaged (disability, serious or chronic illness, interrupted education, lack of support for study, serious personal problems and/or serious family responsibilities). Please contact us to find out more.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: accountant (general) and financial adviser.
Licensing
You may be eligible to apply for membership as a tax agent with the Tax Practitioners Board and a tax (financial) advisor with the Tax Practitioners Board.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Alternative pathways into this course
The Commercial Law for Tax (Financial) Advisers does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Commercial Law for Tax (Financial) Advisers does not have any post-graduate courses.
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Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning (https://www.tafensw.edu.au/enrol/recognition-credit-transfers) or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
SubjectsSubjects in this course
Completion of this course requires you to successfully complete 2 subjects.
Core Subjects
Elective Subjects
TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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Info sessionsWant to know more?
There are a total of 2 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.
You can select a study option below to see the sessions available. Or you can view all sessions related to Accounting and Finance