Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 5:25 AM AWST
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Diploma of Payroll Services
Diploma of Payroll Services
FNS50417
BDQ2
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 06/09/2018 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 13/02/2018 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the job roles of workers who perform payroll administration and payroll management tasks in a variety of industries. It includes establishing payroll systems and using them to perform sometimes complex tasks, including preparing salary packaging arrangements and additional allowances, processing superannuation payments, and processing employee terminations. Individuals in these roles apply solutions to a range of often complex problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources, including relevant legislation and taxation systems. They apply initiative to plan, coordinate and evaluate their own work and provide guidance to others within defined guidelines.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Work functions in the occupational areas where this qualification may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the FNS Financial Services Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.
Persons providing a business activity statement (BAS) service for a fee or other reward must be registered by the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) and this qualification is currently cited as meeting the TPB education requirements for registration as a BAS agent. Other requirements apply, including a designated period of experience. If registration is granted, the TPB may also impose a condition on registration. Persons seeking BAS agent registration should check current registration requirements with the TPB, as registration requirements are reviewed regularly.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units of competency = eleven (11)- eight (8) core units plus
- three (3) elective units
The elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment, and contribute to a valid industry-supported vocational outcome, and are to be chosen as follows:
- all three (3) units may be chosen from the elective units listed below
up to two (2) units may be from a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma in any currently endorsed training package or accredited course, provided they do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUR82 | FNSINC401 | Apply principles of professional practice to work in the financial services industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BBH76 | FNSTPB402 | Establish and maintain payroll systems | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BBI04 | FNSPAY504 | Interpret and apply knowledge of industrial regulations relevant to payroll | 50 | Unit of competency |
| BBH95 | FNSPAY505 | Interpret and apply knowledge of taxation systems relevant to payroll | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AUK52 | BSBFIM502 | Manage payroll | 50 | Unit of competency |
| BBH72 | FNSPAY503 | Process complex employee terminations in payroll | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BBH74 | FNSPAY501 | Process salary packaging arrangements and additional allowances in payroll | 50 | Unit of competency |
| BBH85 | FNSPAY502 | Process superannuation payments in payroll | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
All three (3) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHW7 | FNS50422 | Diploma of Payroll Services | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil.