Qualification Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 10:46 AM AWST

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Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking

Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking

Qualification
National Code:
FNS40821
State Code:
BHK3
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0811 - Banking, Finance And Related Fields
Original TGA Release Date
27/01/2022
Approved Date
08/04/2022
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
445
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/06/2022
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 15/06/2022 Current Approved
1.00 27/01/2022 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in finance and mortgage broking. Individuals in these roles apply theoretical and technical knowledge and skills to work autonomously and exercise judgement in completing routine activities relating to mortgage and finance broking.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
Work functions in the occupational areas where this qualification may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Relevant regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements before applying the qualification.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twelve (12)
- seven (7) core units plus
- five (5) elective units, of which:
- at least three (3) must be from the elective units listed below
- up to two (2) may be from this qualification or any currently endorsed Certificate III or above training package qualification or accredited course.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units

All seven (7) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OCZ44 FNSINC412 Apply and maintain knowledge of financial products and services 40 Unit of competency
OBR52 FNSFMK515 Comply with financial services regulation and industry codes of practice 40 Unit of competency
OBR53 FNSINC411 Conduct work according to professional practices in the financial services industry 25 Unit of competency
OCI62 FNSCUS511 Develop and maintain professional relationships in financial services industry 45 Unit of competency
OCZ73 FNSFMB412 Identify client needs and present broking options 35 Unit of competency
OCD50 BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development 55 Unit of competency
OCZ69 FNSFMB411 Prepare loan applications on behalf of clients 20 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

Five (5) electives must be completed, with at least three (3) selected from the list below. Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OEC13 FNSINC514 Apply ethical frameworks and principles to make and act upon decisions 35 Unit of competency
AUQ65 FNSCRD401 Assess credit applications 20 Unit of competency
AUQ84 FNSCUS403 Deliver a professional service to customers 30 Unit of competency
OCF16 BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers 50 Unit of competency
OCD56 BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents 70 Unit of competency
OCE02 BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets 30 Unit of competency
OCZ16 FNSFLT411 Determine financial requirements of small businesses 35 Unit of competency
OCI62 FNSCUS511 Develop and maintain professional relationships in financial services industry 45 Unit of competency
OCF00 BSBPEF402 Develop personal work priorities 35 Unit of competency
OEC03 FNSCRD412 Establish and maintain appropriate security options for credit facilities 20 Unit of competency
OEC07 FNSASIC311 Establish client relationship and analyse needs 40 Unit of competency
OED09 FNSINC513 Identify and apply complex ethical decision making to workplace situations 35 Unit of competency
OCZ63 FNSMCA413 Identify and manage individuals experiencing hardship 35 Unit of competency
OEB81 FNSSAM413 Identify and provide initial information to potential new clients 15 Unit of competency
OCZ52 FNSFMB511 Implement credit contracts in preparation for settlement 25 Unit of competency
OCE82 BSBOPS404 Implement customer service strategies 35 Unit of competency
OEC02 FNSCRD413 Manage and recover bad and doubtful debts 30 Unit of competency
OCD50 BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development 55 Unit of competency
OCZ67 FNSFMB513 Present credit options to clients with special financial circumstances 45 Unit of competency
OEC88 FNSSAM421 Provide information on financial products and services to clients 25 Unit of competency
OEC06 FNSASIC312 Provide personal advice on non-relevant financial products 45 Unit of competency
OCF73 BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans 45 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BGN4 FNS40820 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Nil

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