- Who should do this course?
- Why should I do this course?
- How is the course delivered?
- What are the course dates?
- How do I apply?
- Which units are being offered in 2013?
- What is covered in each unit?
- How will I be assessed
- When will I be assessed?
- What happens if I'm not successful?
- Contact us
UWSCollege has entered into agreement with Financial Services Council(opens in a new window) to offer FNS41311 Certificate IV in Personal Trust Administration via web-based learning.
Who should do this course?
The Certificate IV in Personal Trust Administration is designed for people currently working in the personal trust industry who:
- administer estates
- administer trusts
- prepare wills for clients
- establish and administer powers of attorney.
Why should I do this course?
When you complete this course, you will have:
- obtained industry qualification
- improved your knowledge of the sector
- improved your job performance, and
- enhanced promotional opportunities.
How is the course delivered?
This is a distance course delivered via online learning.
The program will be delivered via University of Western Sydney's online learning platform, vUWS. When you enrol, you will be given access to learner guides, unit resources, self-test quiz and assessment requirements online. You will also be able to contact others enrolled in the same unit(s), the unit trainer and course administration.
For more information about studying online at the University of Western Sydney, visit UWS online support.
What are the course dates?
In Semester 1, 2013, the program will run from 18 March to 7 June.
Enrolment for this program closes on Friday 1 March 2013.
How do I apply?
To apply for this program, complete a registration form (PDF, 134.38 KB)(opens in a new window) and forward it to Professional and Community Programs by post, fax or email.
Which units are being offered in 2013?
The following units will be offered in Semester 1, 2013:
| Core unit code | Unit name |
|---|---|
| FNSINC401A | Apply Principles of Professional Practice to Work in the Financial Services Industry* |
| FNSPRT401A | Administer an Intestate Estate |
| FNSPRT402A | Prepare a Will |
| FNSPRT403A | Administer a Complex Estate |
| FNSPRT404A | Administer a Complex Trust |
| FNSPRT405A | Establish Powers of Attorney |
| FNSPRT406A | Administer Powers of Attorney or Financial Administration Orders |
| Elective unit code | Unit name |
| FNSPRT301A | Establish Entitlements to an Intestate Estate |
| FNSPRT302A | Administer a Non-complex Estate |
| FNSPRT303A | Administer a Non-complex Trust |
| FNSPRT501A | Advise Clients on Trust Structures |
| FNSPRT502A | Advise Clients on Estate Planning |
| FNSACC403B | Making Decisions in a Legal Context |
* Available via RPL pathway
Recognition of prior learning
Visit the Recognition of Prior Learning section of our website for more information.
What is covered in each unit?
You can access the full description of each unit that is included in the certificate by visiting www.training.gov.au(opens in a new window) and entering the course name (above) into the nationally recognised training search field.
How will I be assessed?
Assessments will typically consist of written answers to questions, responses to case studies and completion of work-related tasks, based on the unit(s) of competency. Other assessment methods, such as work-based projects or tests, may be used from time to time.
When will I be assessed?
Each unit will have a date for assessments to be submitted. These dates will be notified at the commencement of each semester.
A late assessment fee of $65 per assessment will be charged where an assessment is received after the completion date for the unit.
What happens if I'm not successful?
You will be notified whether you are "Competent" or "Not Yet Competent" for each unit at the end of the semester. If you have not demonstrated competency, you will receive feedback and be given the opportunity to resubmit assessments.
If you do not demonstrate competency after resubmission, you will be required to re-enrol in that unit.
Contact us
For more information, contact Professional and Community Programs —
Freecall: 1800 222 423
Ph: (02) 9685 9713
Email: pcp@uws.edu.au
