Skill Assessment
Skills assessments are an integral part of Australia’s immigration system, particularly for individuals who wish to migrate to Australia through skilled migration programs. These assessments play a crucial role in ensuring that the skills and qualifications of potential immigrants are properly evaluated and aligned with the requirements of the Australian labour market.
Major Skill Assessing Authorities:
To get your skills assessed, you have to apply for skill assessment to an authority
in Australia relevant to your occupation. Some of the major skill assessment authorities are as follows: –
Certified Practising Accountant (CPA)- Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Australian Computer Society (ACS)
- Job Ready Program (JRP)
- Engineer Australia (EA)
- Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL)
- Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
- Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS)
Each assessment authority in Australia has its own procedures, charges and timeframe. To determine the right assessing authority for skill assessment according to your occupation, you can consult a skilled migration agent like ACEA Global. We will help you identify the right assessing authority with years of expertise and tailor your application in such a way that it increases your chances of success.
Health Insurance
The Australian healthcare system consists of public health and private health. It is essential for every temporary visa holder like visitor, worker, or student, to have comprehensive health insurance while they are in Australia. Department of Home affairs assure applicants to procure health insurance for the period of stay.
There are 2 types of Health Cover in Australia:
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC):
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is health insurance for international students that helps to cover medical costs in Australia. It is a condition of your student visa that you maintain OSHC for the duration of your studies. The students' guardians must also acquire the plan if they intend to accompany them.
Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC):
Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC) is health insurance for international visitors visiting or working in Australia on a temporary visa. If you become sick or have an accident while you are here in Australia, OVHC will help you pay for your medical costs.
Health Insurance Providers in Australia: (Below OSHC in line)
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Bupa
NIB
Allianz Care
AHM
Medibank
CBHS
Professional Year
PY is a well-structured program that provides aspiring learners with sufficient practical training and introduces them to a future career path. A Professional Year is authorised by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection and several other accrediting bodies. It allows students to develop industry-specific skills through study and work experience, preparing them for professional careers in the Australian workforce.
The program has a duration of 44 weeks, which includes a 12-week internship placement. Across 32 weeks, courses cover Business Communication skills and Australian Workplace skills. Following this, participants will complete a 12-week Australian workplace internship. There are three main disciplines offering Professional Year programs. These are Accounting, Engineering, and Information Technology.
PYP Providers:
- ECA
- Navitas
- Performance Education
- Stanley College
- Monash College
- ATMC
Eligibility
To qualify for a Professional Year Program, one MUST
- Have graduated from a related higher education program (Bachelor or Master) within Australia (minimum 2 years duration)
- Currently hold or applied for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485, either stream) with at least 12 months validity
Benefits
You can claim 5 additional points towards permanent residency application (General Skill Migration visa)
- You will have a chance to meet the industry expert and helps develop your network with industry professional
- Develop job competencies and explore job opportunities that shape your career.
- You will get an opportunity to develop professional skills through Internship
STREAMS
Accounting PROFESSIONAL YEAR PROGRAM
Accounting professional year program is available to all students who have completed at least two years Bachelor or Master Accounting Degree in Australia. Those who graduate with Australian accounting degrees can complete Accounting PY Program and obtain a skills assessment that can be used to apply for GSM.
IT PROFESSIONAL YEAR PROGRAM
IT professional year program is available to all students who have completed at least two years Bachelor or Master IT Degree in Australia. This program is endorsed and developed by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). Those who graduate with Australian IT degrees can complete PY Program and obtain a skills assessment that can be used to apply for GSM.
ENGINEERING PROFESSIONAL YEAR PROGRAM
Engineering professional year program is available to all students who have completed at least two years Bachelor or Master Engineering Degree in Australia This program develops and enhance the skill of recent engineering graduate.
