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Super Foundations

SMSF course for beginners

Build competence in the basics when you're new to super and SMSFs. This foundational course is ideal for accountants across all areas of practice, as well as advisers, auditors, and service providers working within the superannuation and SMSF industry.

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Why start your SMSF education with Super Foundations?

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Fast track for new graduates

With all learning and assessments completed online, you can get started straight away, earn CPD hours as you progress, and be ready for work, sooner.

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Inclusive & practical approach

You develop new skills throughout using a combination of theory and practical examples. We avoid acronyms and jargon, and provide plenty of explainers.

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Learn with industry leaders

Heffron was named SMSF Adviser Educator of the Year in 2022 and 2023. We also educate the experts and consult to regulators, government and the media.


Hear from our clients

Lauren Arthur Simmons Partnership

“We recently had our graduate participate in the Super Foundations course, she came away not only excited about super, but with more knowledge around the overarching key super principles – a better understanding on 'why we are doing what it is we do'!”


Super Foundations course inclusions

$330 (incl GST)

This course provides the big picture overview of superannuation and SMSFs. It's designed to give you the super essentials and SMSF technical basics, plus the industry context and language you need to know. 

Preview the course

Easy online format for convenient access
Gain 5.75 CPD hours SMSFA accreditation and Heffron certification
You have 6 months to complete, so you can take your time and learn on your schedule
A pathway to the Super Extension course enabling graduates to go deeper into each topic area

Looking for a different course?

Super Foundations is a great place to start if you're building your superannuation knowledge. If you're looking for something more advanced or specific to your needs, we offer a range of other education options. Take our 60-second Education Quiz to find the right learning pathway for you.


Hear from our graduates

Bridgette Kennedy Simmons Partnership

“I can confidently say that this course gave me a 'bigger picture' understanding of the foundations of superannuation and SMSFs and taught me introductory skills that I still implement day to day.

Heffron has a unique ability to explain complex elements in a manner that is understandable and memorable. This course was delivered with passion, which in turn sparked my greater interest and love for all things superannuation.”

Anonymous Brentnalls

“Having a little super experience already, the Foundations course goes into a bit of detail in all the topical areas for super/SMSFs – very helpful to make the next step.”

 

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