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You don't need to speak perfect English to advance your career in Australia (especially if you're aiming for your Skills Assessment)
Migrating to Australia as a professional can feel overwhelming, especially when you think about the level of English required. Many people believe they must speak perfect English to work, grow professionally, or validate their occupation. But the reality is different: you do not need perfect English to advance your career in Australia, especially if you are in the process of completing your Skills Assessment, one of the most important steps toward skilled visas.
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2 years promoting professional dreams in Australia
Two years ago, SkillsPRO was born with a clear purpose: to help Spanish-speaking professionals validate their experience and open the doors to a new life in Australia. What began as a small group of engineers determined to offer technical guidance has now become a comprehensive platform for professional assessment and immigration support.
Oct 293 min read
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How to get your employment letter if your boss no longer works at the company for your skills assessment
One of the most important—and sometimes most complicated—documents in the Skills Assessment Australia process is the employment letter or Employment Reference Letter. This document demonstrates to the assessing body (such as Engineers Australia, ACS, VETASSESS, or CPA Australia) that you actually worked in the positions and with the professional duties you claim. But what if your former boss no longer works at the company, the company changed its name, or even closed? 😰 Don'
Oct 284 min read
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How to get your degree recognized in Australia: a complete guide to Skills Assessment
If you are an international professional and dream of developing your career in Australia, one of the most important steps is having your professional qualification recognized. This process, known as Skills Assessment, is mandatory for most skilled work visas and is the key to demonstrating that your experience and studies meet Australian standards.
If you are an international professional and dream of developing your career in Australia.
Sep 283 min read
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How does the Skills Assessment affect your visa application? Everything you need to know
When you decide to migrate to Australia, one of the key steps in the process is the Skills Assessment. If you are a qualified professional, this skills evaluation is essential for your education and experience to be recognized in the country. But how does the Skills Assessment affect your visa application? In this blog, we explain everything you need to know about this evaluation and its impact on your migration process.
Sep 253 min read
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Why it took me almost a year to get my degree recognized (and what no one tells you)
Getting my career validated as an industrial engineer in Australia took me almost a year. And no, it wasn’t due to a lack of effort. It was due to burnout, fear, and misinformation. I started the process from Colombia because I was clear from the beginning that I wanted to apply for permanent residency. And for that, I needed to validate my degree.
Aug 313 min read
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Do you need a skills assessment to migrate to Australia? We'll explain everything here
If you are thinking about working or establishing yourself professionally in Australia, you have probably heard the term Skills Assessment. But what does it really mean, and why is it such an important step in your migration process? In this blog, we explain everything you need to know to understand how it works, who needs it, and how it can open up opportunities in Australia.
Aug 303 min read
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Can more than one Skills Assessment be conducted at the same time? Cases and solutions
If you’re considering migrating to Australia or advancing your career, you’ve probably wondered: Can I apply for more than one Skills Assessment at the same time? The answer isn’t always straightforward, as it depends on various factors: your occupation, the assessing authority, and your migration strategy. In this blog, we’ll explain everything you need to know, common scenarios, and how to handle it without wasting time or resources.
Aug 293 min read
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No reference letters? Discover the secret to validating your work experience in Australia—even if your former bosses disappear!
One of the most important requirements for validating your professional experience in Australia is proving that you actually worked in the positions you claim to have held. To do this, most assessing authorities — such as Engineers Australia, VETASSESS, ACS, among others — require reference letters signed by your previous employers.
May 313 min read
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Do you know how long it will take to validate your experience in Australia? These factors can speed it up... or bury your dreams!
If you're thinking about migrating to Australia or you're already in the country and want to work as a professional, you've probably heard about the Skills Assessment. This is one of the first and most important steps in the migration process, as it validates your academic qualifications and work experience before a recognized Australian authority.
May 303 min read
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ACS, VETASSESS, or TRA: Choose WRONG and you'll ruin your Skills Assessment! The ultimate guide to avoid mistakes.
If you're planning to migrate to Australia or are already in the country and want to work as a professional, the Skills Assessment is a fundamental step in validating your studies and work experience. However, with several entities responsible for this process, it's common to feel confused when choosing the right assessment authority.
May 294 min read
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Skills Assessment: How to Choose the Right Authority for Your Profession
If you are in the process of migrating to Australia and have started researching Skills Assessment, you’re probably wondering: Which is the correct authority to assess my professional experience? In Australia, there are several authorities responsible for assessing the skills of migrants according to the occupation they perform. Choosing the right authority is crucial to ensure your application is accepted and to advance on your path to residency.
May 13 min read
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Common Skills Assessment Mistakes and How to Avoid Them. Don't let them happen to you in 2025!
Si estás en proceso de migrar a Australia y has comenzado a investigar sobre el Skills Assessment, seguramente sabes que este paso es clave para tu futuro profesional en el paÃs. El Skills Assessment es una evaluación de tus habilidades y experiencia laboral para determinar si cumples con los requisitos del mercado australiano en tu área de trabajo. Sin embargo, muchas personas cometen errores comunes que pueden retrasar o incluso hacer fallar este proceso. ¡No te preocupes!
Apr 233 min read
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What if my degree is not directly related to the occupation being assessed, but I have relevant work experience? For TRA
If you are in the process of migrating to Australia and need a Skills Assessment through Trades Recognition Australia (TRA), you may be concerned that your academic qualification is not directly related to the occupation you have experience in. However, this is not always an insurmountable obstacle. Here’s what happens in these cases and how you can maximize your chances of a positive assessment.
Apr 193 min read
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