Super Essentials

About this course

A concise overview of super

Super Essentials gives you a broad understanding of how super and the industry works in as little as 3.5 hours! Whether you’re new to the industry, needing to understand how super works, or in a senior role requiring a quick refresher, Super Essentials is your shortcut to understanding the essentials of superannuation. Broken down into bite-sized modules, this on-demand self-paced course can be conveniently accessed on any device, at any time, so you can fit study around family, life, and work commitments. It is also flexible enough to be completed in a half-day workshop format for those who prefer to learn with ASFA’s industry leading trainers and network with industry peers.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

– explain what superannuation is and why it is important
– outline the different types of super funds and fund designs, and the role of the trustee
– understand the main government agencies who regulate the superannuation industry and the key legislation governing it
– explain the different types of contributions that can be made to superannuation funds
– outline the basics of investment as well as the important responsibilities of trustees when it comes to investments
– understand the role of insurance within the superannuation industry as well as the different types of insurance cover available to members
– explain the different types of superannuation benefits and how and when they are paid out.

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Anyone working in a superannuation role will benefit from this course, including client services/contact centres, administration, marketing and communications, HR and payroll, IT/operations and trustees. This user-friendly course also provides essential knowledge for anyone working in related areas including payroll providers, insurance companies, law firms, marketing firms and advertising agencies.
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Super Essentials is self-paced, so while each module gives you a suggested timing, every learner is different and should work at their own pace. However, the estimated overall time commitment for the whole course is approximately 3.5 hours and you have up to 3 months to complete it in.
You will be assessed by an online exam.
Upon successful completion of this course you will receive an ASFA Certificate of Completion.

Delivery mode(s)

Super Essentials is offered as a choice of eLearning or virtual workshop formats to fit around busy schedules.

Pricing (incl. GST)

Flexible online

Member: $495
Non-member: $570

Public virtual workshop

Member: $495
Non-member: $570

CPD Points

3.5 CPD points

Enquiries

For all enquiries, contact ASFA Learning.

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