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.

In this blog, we explain what qualification recognition is, how the Skills Assessment works, and how you can increase your chances of success in the process.

What does it mean to have a qualification recognized in Australia?

Having a qualification recognized means validating that your studies and work experience meet Australian professional standards. It’s not just about translating your documents; it’s about having a competent authority officially acknowledge your professional capability in Australia.

Depending on your occupation, the assessing authority may be:

• Engineers Australia for engineers.

• VETASSESS for technical and administrative professionals.

• ACS (Australian Computer Society) for IT professionals.

• TRA (Trades Recognition Australia) for skilled trades.

  
  

Each authority has specific criteria regarding education, work experience, and supporting evidence that must be met to pass the assessment.

What is the Skills Assessment?

The Skills Assessment is the official procedure to recognize your qualification in Australia. It is a mandatory requirement to:

• Apply for skilled work visas (such as 189, 190, or 491)

• Access skilled migration programs.

• Be considered for jobs in your area of expertise.

  
  

During the assessment, the authority reviews:

• Your academic qualifications: Degrees, diplomas, and certificates.

• Your work experience: Roles, responsibilities, and achievements in previous positions.

• Supporting documentation: Certified or NAATI translations, work reference letters, professional certificates.

  
  

The outcome can be positive, allowing you to proceed with your visa application and professional recognition, or negative, indicating that you need to adjust your evidence or consider alternative pathways.

How to prepare for your qualification recognition and Skills Assessment:

1. Gather your academic and work documents:

• Diplomas, certificates, and degrees.

• Detailed work reference letters.

• Updated and verifiable CV.

2. Translate documents into English:

• For Australia, only certified or NAATI translations are accepted.

• Entrelingo offers fast and recognized translations, ideal for Skills Assessment.

3. Identify the correct assessing authority:

• Ensure the authority matches your ANZSCO occupation and visa type.

4. Prepare clear and organized evidence:

• Detail your responsibilities and achievements.

• Align your duties with Australian standards.

• Include any additional training, courses, or relevant certifications.

5. Submit your Skills Assessment:

• Send your documents to the relevant authority.

• Wait for the Outcome Letter, which will indicate whether your recognition was successful or if adjustments are needed.

  
  

Benefits of having your qualification recognized in Australia:

• Official recognition of your experience and studies.

• Access to skilled work visas and job opportunities.

• Potential to increase your salary and grow professionally.

• Greater credibility with Australian employers.

  
  

The process may seem complex, but with proper preparation and expert support, qualification recognition is a secure step toward your professional future in Australia.

At SkillsPRO, we support international professionals at every stage of the Skills Assessment:

• Review and optimize academic and work documents.

• Certified and NAATI-recognized translations for Australia.

• Drafting work reference letters that meet ANZSCO standards.

• Strategies to maximize the chances of Skills Assessment approval.

  
  

Our goal is to make your recognition efficient and error-free, so you can advance your career and migration to Australia without setbacks.

Don’t leave your Skills Assessment to chance.

Having your professional qualification recognized is a decisive step for your future in Australia. With SkillsPRO, you receive personalized guidance, ensuring your assessment is clear, complete, and successful.

At SkillsPRO, with our experience in Skills Assessment, we help professionals design the most effective strategy for their migration, minimizing costs and maximizing visa and employment opportunities in Australia.

Our services include:

✔️ Review and preparation of all required documents.

✔️ NAATI-certified translations of your academic and relevant documents.

✔️ Comprehensive guidance on what documents are essential for your specific occupation.

✔️ Free consultation to help you understand your case and provide the best options – Book your free consultation here

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