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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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Applying to Engineers Australia? Learn about the Skills Assessment requirements
If you are an engineer considering migrating to Australia, you’ve probably heard about the Skills Assessment process conducted through Engineers Australia. This is an essential step to legally work as an engineer in the country. However, the process may seem complicated if you’re not familiar with it.
Aug 24 min read
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Don't know how to start your Career Episode? We'll show you here.
If you’re in the process of applying for a Skills Assessment in Australia, you’ll know that one of the most important requirements is writing your Career Episodes. But have you ever felt stuck thinking about where to start? If so, don’t worry — you’re not alone. Many professionals find it difficult to structure this part of the process.
Aug 23 min read
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How to create an impactful summary statement for your skills assessment: Example and key tips
Imagine writing your three Career Episodes with dedication… only to have all that effort overlooked because the assessor couldn’t identify where you demonstrated each competency. Yes, your Summary Statement is that crucial—it's the roadmap that guides the assessor to the evidence that proves you’re ready to work as an engineer in Australia.
Jun 303 min read
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How to create a CPD that impacts your Skills Assessment: The secret to impressing assessors!
If you're already in Australia and taking the next step to regularise your status or apply for a professional visa, you probably know that the Skills Assessment is a key part of the process. What many don’t realise is that a well-prepared Continuing Professional Development (CPD) can be the factor that helps you stand out from other candidates and move faster in your professional recognition.
Jun 303 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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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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