TAX TECHNICIAN
Course Background: Tax Technician
The Tax Technician course is designed for individuals who want to build a strong career in taxation, accounting, and financial compliance. It equips students with both theoretical knowledge and practical workplace skills needed to prepare tax returns, understand tax legislation, and ensure accurate financial reporting in line with legal and regulatory requirements. Learners are also introduced to key areas such as income tax principles, VAT calculations, payroll tax, and ethical practices in taxation.
This programme prepares students to handle real-world tax responsibilities such as completing tax submissions, assisting with audits, calculating tax liabilities, and maintaining accurate financial records. It builds the skills required to work effectively in accounting firms, corporate finance departments, and public sector organisations.
Course Duration and Intakes
Our Tax Technician course spans one year, offering students a structured pathway into the field of taxation, accounting, and financial compliance. The programme combines both theoretical learning and practical application, ensuring students gain hands-on experience in real tax-related processes such as preparing tax returns, calculating tax liabilities, and applying tax legislation in workplace scenarios.
The course has three intakes per year, which take place in January, June, and September. Students will participate in continuous assessments and practical training throughout the year, leading up to national examinations held in March and October/November. Upon successful completion, learners are awarded an occupational certificate: Tax Technician. (SAQA QUAL ID 118770).
Knowledge Modules
Students will cover a range of topics, including:
- General Tax Fundamentals, Level 6, 35 Credits.
- Personal Income Taxation, Level 6, 15 Credits.
- Employment Payroll Taxation, Level 5, 10 Credits.
- Corporate Income Taxation, Level 5, 10 Credits.
- 331303-000-01-KM-05, Value-added Tax, Level 5, 15 Credits.
- Tax Administration, Practice Management and Ethics, Level 5, 15 Credits.
Practical Skill Modules
Key practical skills covered in this course include:
- Compliance, Ancillary Explanations and Revenue Authority / Taxpayer Engagement Related to Personal Income Taxation, Level 6, 40 Credits.
- Compliance, Ancillary Explanations and Revenue Authority / Taxpayer Engagement Related to Employment Payroll Tax Returns, Level 5, 25 Credits.
- Compliance, Ancillary Explanations and Revenue Authority / Taxpayer Engagement Related to Corporate Income Taxation, Level 6, 40 Credits.
- Compliance, Ancillary Explanations and Revenue Authority / Taxpayer Engagement Related to Value-Added Taxation, Level 5, 15 Credits.
Work Experience Modules
During the work experience phase, students will gain hands-on experience in:
Manage Activities Related to Taxation Compliance and Ancillary Explanations, Level 6, 130 Credits.
Engage with Revenue Authority and Taxpayers on Taxation Related Issues, Level 5, 50 Credits.
Course Overview
The Tax Technician course at Greenview College provides learners with essential knowledge and practical skills required to manage taxation and financial compliance within an organisation. It focuses on developing a strong understanding of tax principles, legislation, tax calculations, and financial reporting to ensure accurate and compliant financial operations.
This programme prepares students to work in professional environments where they will be responsible for preparing tax returns, calculating tax liabilities, assisting with audits, and maintaining accurate financial records. It also builds competence in income tax, VAT, payroll taxes, and ethical practices in taxation. By the end of the course, learners are equipped to contribute effectively to taxation and accounting functions in both corporate and public sector organisations.
Program Summary
Graduates of this course will be well-equipped to thrive in various taxation and financial compliance roles, providing accurate tax preparation and support within an organisation. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career as a Tax Technician, Greenview College offers an ideal learning environment to support your professional growth and development in the taxation field.
Learners who have passed the National Examination will be awarded the Occupational Certificate: Tax Technician by Quality Council.
| DURATION | 36 Months |
| REGISTRATION | R500 |
| DEPOSIT | R2500 |
| MONTHLY | R1200 |
| TOTAL | R46200 |
NB: REGISTRATION AND DEPOSIT FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
