Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 6:00 AM AWST
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Certificate IV in Superannuation
Certificate IV in Superannuation
FNS40910
S708
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 24/11/2010 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use a developed skills and knowledge base in a variety of contexts in the superannuation industry. It involves applying solutions to a defined range of superannuation problems, and analysing and evaluating information from a variety of relevant sources. Possible work functions may include:
administering income streams
assisting with meeting industry compliance requirements
establishing and maintaining employer accounts
processing benefits claims and payments.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
13 units must be achieved.3 core units plus;
10 elective units
- A maximum of 5 of the required elective units of competency must be selected from Group A and other required electives may be selected from Group B
- A maximum of 2 electives in addition to the 5 required from Group A must be selected from units aligned to Certificate IV qualifications in the FNS10 Financial Services or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course
- One (1) elective can be selected from units aligned to Certificate III qualifications in any endorsed Training Package or accredited course
Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
Units selected from other Training Packages or accredited courses must not duplicate units selected from or available within the FNS10 Financial Services or BSB07 Business Services Training Packages.
1. Core Units
Three (3) core units to be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4168 | FNSINC401A | Apply principles of professional practice to work in the financial services industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0898 | BSBOHS404B | Contribute to the implementation of strategies to control OHS risk | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4094 | FNSCUS402A | Resolve disputes | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
Five (5) elective units to be completed.
The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4338 | FNSSUP403A | Administer retirement income streams | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D4337 | FNSSUP402A | Assist in meeting superannuation compliance requirements | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D4339 | FNSSUP404A | Establish and customise complex employer accounts | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D4335 | FNSSUP301A | Process superannuation fund payments | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D4350 | FNSSUP508A | Provide effective information to members | 60 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Five (5) elective units to be completed.
The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0652 | BSBCUS301A | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4169 | FNSINC402A | Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of products and services used by an organisation or sector | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0617 | BSBCCO402A | Gather, collate and record information | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0778 | BSBITS401A | Maintain business technology | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D4326 | FNSSMS401A | Process self-managed superannuation contribution | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C703 | FNS40904 | Certificate IV in Financial Services (Superannuation) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D709 | FNS40911 | Certificate IV in Superannuation | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to STARS by Training Curriculum Services on 20/06/2011.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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