A positive skills assessment is often the foundation of Australia’s skilled migration program. It confirms that your qualifications and work experience meet Australian standards for your nominated occupation.
Why Skills Assessments Matter
Most skilled migration visas require applicants to obtain a positive assessment before lodging an Expression of Interest or visa application.
Common Assessing Authorities
Depending on your occupation, your assessment may be completed through organisations such as:
- Engineers Australia
- Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)
- Australian Computer Society (ACS)
- VETASSESS
- CPA Australia
- ANMAC
- AITSL
Preparing Strong Documentation
Supporting evidence often includes qualification documents, employment references, detailed resumes, licensing information, competency reports, and other occupation-specific documents.
Common Mistakes
Many assessments are delayed because employment references do not meet assessing authority requirements or applicants submit incomplete documentation.
Professional Guidance
Global Compass Consulting assists applicants throughout the assessment process, helping prepare documentation and ensuring applications comply with assessing authority requirements.
