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Course overview
STUDY MODE
100% online
NUMBER OF SUBJECTS
1
NEXT INTAKE
Enrol and start anytime
COURSE FEE
$290.00
AVAILABLE LOANS
N/A
AQF LEVEL
N/A
COURSE DURATION
Maximum of 16 weeks
ACCREDITATION
PROVIDER ID
N/A
Assessment
The assessments for each subject are listed below:
| Subject | Assessment | Assessment Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 Generic Knowledge | 1 Exam | Supervised, open book multiple choice examination, four (4) attempts. |
Kaplan Professional exam venues
You can sit your exam while being supervised in your workplace or online via Zoom by your nominated supervisor. Click here for more information.
Entry requirements
Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) requirements
This course requires you to read comprehensive learner workbooks, complete a range of written assessments, undertake independent research activities, and at times, engage in online forums and discussions. Furthermore, the delivery mode relies on the extensive use of written communication.
If you have any doubts about whether you have the language, literacy and numeracy skills to undertake a Kaplan Professional program, we recommend you speak with our Student Services team on 1300 662 203 or email mail@kaplan.edu.au.
Computing requirements
Recommended browsers
You can access KapLearn using any of the browsers below, but it runs best on the latest versions:
- Firefox 3 or later
- Chrome 4 or later
- Safari 3 or later
- Internet Explorer
You may find it helpful to have more than one browser installed on your computer. If you experience problems using Kaplan Professional’s online learning system, try using another browser.
Browser settings and support
For the best user experience in Kaplan Professional’s online learning system, select the following browser settings:
- Enable cookies
- Enable JavaScript
- Do not block pop-up windows
Skill requirements
To successfully complete this course, learners will require basic computing skills. This may include:
- Saving and editing Microsoft Office documents
- Researching, accessing and searching the internet
- Downloading and saving documents from websites
- Uploading documents through websites
- Participating in online discussions
This course requires you to read comprehensive learner workbooks, complete a range of written assessments, undertake independent research activities, and at times, engage in online forums and discussions. Furthermore, the delivery mode relies on the extensive use of written communication.
If you have any doubts about whether you have the language, literacy and numeracy skills to undertake a Kaplan Professional program, we recommend you speak with our Student Services team on 1300 662 203 or email mail@kaplan.edu.au.
Recommended browsers
You can access KapLearn using any of the browsers below, but it runs best on the latest versions:
- Firefox 3 or later
- Chrome 4 or later
- Safari 3 or later
- Internet Explorer
You may find it helpful to have more than one browser installed on your computer. If you experience problems using Kaplan Professional’s online learning system, try using another browser.
Browser settings and support
For the best user experience in Kaplan Professional’s online learning system, select the following browser settings:
- Enable cookies
- Enable JavaScript
- Do not block pop-up windows
To successfully complete this course, learners will require basic computing skills. This may include:
- Saving and editing Microsoft Office documents
- Researching, accessing and searching the internet
- Downloading and saving documents from websites
- Uploading documents through websites
- Participating in online discussions
Enrolment information
You may enrol into this course at any time and begin studying immediately on enrolment.*
To enrol online, please follow these steps:
- Log into your student portal or create a student account.
- Click on ‘search course’ in the top right hand corner.
- Type in the ‘Tier 1’ to view all Tier 1 subjects and you will be able to enrol in multiple subjects.
Or
- You can search for the specific subject you are wishing to enrol in by entering the name of the subject and ‘enrol now’.
* If you have not previously completed Generic Knowledge, please ensure you enrol in this subject as it is a prerequisite of the Tier 1 knowledge areas.
Enrol nowStudy this subject as part of the General Advice Specialisation – Superannuation course
When you have accessed the student portal (see enrolment above), search for and enrol in the subject titled “Tier 1 Generic Knowledge – GAS-Super”
You may be exempt from studying this subject as part of the General Advice Specialisation – Superannuation course if you have previously completed any of the following:
- Tier 1 Generic Knowledge at Kaplan Professional
- RG146 Generic Knowledge through an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
- A Diploma (AQF5) or higher-level qualification at an accredited Australian higher education provider
If you completed Tier 1 Generic Knowledge at Kaplan Professional, your exemptions towards the General Advice Specialisation – Superannuation course will be applied upon enrolment into Client Engagement in Financial Services.
If you completed Tier 1 Generic Knowledge through an alternative RTO, or equivalent studies were completed through a Diploma or higher qualification, your exemptions towards the General Advice Specialisation – Superannuation course will be applied upon submission of certified supporting evidence and a completed application form available here.
Note: Studies completed between 5 – 10 years prior may require the completion of a challenge exam in addition to supporting evidence. Studies completed outside of 10 years will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
IMPORTANT: Please do not enrol in Tier 1 Generic Knowledge – GAS-Super if you intend to seek an exemption for this subject as part of the General Advice Specialisation – Superannuation course. Please await the outcome of your exemption application before proceeding. However, you may enrol and commence studies in other subjects in the General Advice Specialisation – Superannuation course for which you are not seeking exemption/s.
This course is delivered online via Kaplan Profesional’s learning management system, KapLearn.
You will receive login details to KapLearn on enrolment. When you log on to KapLearn, you are able to access the subject notes, assessments, additional learning materials (such as media, case studies and practise activities) and your online tutor.
Assessments are accessed and submitted through KapLearn.
Corporate clients should contact our Corporate Solutions team at corporate@kaplan.edu.au to discuss delivery options and how we can further tailor our training to meet your business needs.
Policies
Student policies
Individuals who enrol in a Kaplan Professional course are bound by our published policies, including the policy that sets out our rules for assessment. Individuals can review these policies here. The policies also assist individuals when their study program does not go as planned and they need extra support.
Terms and conditions
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Refund policy
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Fees
Tier 1 Compliance Solution – Generic Knowledge: $280 (GST free)
For additional study-related fees, please click here.
Industry Fund Services (IFS) exclusive pricing within GAS-Super course
- Tier 1 Generic Knowledge – GAS Super + Tier 1 Superannuation General Advice – GAS-Super: $590 (GST free)
Subject enhancments
From 12 August 2024, we are pleased to announce that the following enhancements will be made to this subject:
- Subject will transition to a new, fully digital format. The topic modules now have new features:
- interactivity
- multimedia elements
- easy-to-read digital format
