VETASSESS and Victoria University
VETASSESS and Victoria University VETASSESS and Victoria University
New GSM Offshore Skills Assessment Arrangements Dear Stakeholders I am writing to inform you of changes to arrangements for applicants seeking skills assessment, in trade occupations for the purposes of independent, General Skilled Migration (GSM). With effect from 5 December 2010, offshore (in country) skills assessments will become available to applicants in a number of additional source countries, and trade occupations. In addition, Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) has now approved two Registered Training Organisations (RTOs), VETASSESS and Victoria University to conduct skills assessments offshore. An overview of the services offered by each RTO is attached. As Australian RTOs, these providers are subject to the strict quality and regulatory provisions of the Australian Quality Training Framework. Additionally, as with previous arrangements, the service levels, quality and integrity of offshore services will be closely monitored by TRA. The changes also provide prospective applicants with access to TradeSET, an online self-evaluation tool, free of charge to assist prospective applicants to: select the correct Australian occupation understand the requirements of an Australian Qualification; and prepare for formal skills assessment. The assessments, will continue to provide applicants with access to Australian qualifications, gap training, occupational licensing, and ultimately a pathway to Australian employment. Full details on the changes and program requirements will be available on the TRA website located at www.deewr.gov.au/tra late next week. I trust this information is of assistance and look forward to working with you toward the ongoing success of this important program. Jan Febey Branch Manager Trades Recognition Australia 26 November 2010 50 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra ACT 2601 GPO Box 9880, Canberra ACT 2601 | Phone (02) 6121 6000 www.deewr.gov.au | ABN 63 578 775 294
New GSM Offshore Skills Assessment Arrangements<br />
Dear Stakeholders<br />
I am writing to inform you of changes to arrangements for applicants seeking skills assessment, in<br />
trade occupations for the purposes of independent, General Skilled Migration (GSM).<br />
With effect from 5 December 2010, offshore (in country) skills assessments will become available to<br />
applicants in a number of additional source countries, <strong>and</strong> trade occupations.<br />
In addition, Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) has now approved two Registered Training<br />
Organisations (RTOs), <strong>VETASSESS</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Victoria</strong> <strong>University</strong> to conduct skills assessments offshore. An<br />
overview of the services offered by each RTO is attached.<br />
As Australian RTOs, these providers are subject to the strict quality <strong>and</strong> regulatory provisions of the<br />
Australian Quality Training Framework. Additionally, as with previous arrangements, the service<br />
levels, quality <strong>and</strong> integrity of offshore services will be closely monitored by TRA.<br />
The changes also provide prospective applicants with access to TradeSET, an online self-evaluation<br />
tool, free of charge to assist prospective applicants to:<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
select the correct Australian occupation<br />
underst<strong>and</strong> the requirements of an Australian Qualification; <strong>and</strong><br />
prepare for formal skills assessment.<br />
The assessments, will continue to provide applicants with access to Australian qualifications, gap<br />
training, occupational licensing, <strong>and</strong> ultimately a pathway to Australian employment.<br />
Full details on the changes <strong>and</strong> program requirements will be available on the TRA website located<br />
at www.deewr.gov.au/tra late next week.<br />
I trust this information is of assistance <strong>and</strong> look forward to working with you toward the ongoing<br />
success of this important program.<br />
Jan Febey<br />
Branch Manager<br />
Trades Recognition Australia<br />
26 November 2010<br />
50 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra ACT 2601<br />
GPO Box 9880, Canberra ACT 2601 | Phone (02) 6121 6000<br />
www.deewr.gov.au | ABN 63 578 775 294
Offshore Skills Assessment Program<br />
Arrangements from 5 December 2010<br />
<strong>VETASSESS</strong><br />
Contact details:<br />
Phone: +61 3 9655 4801<br />
Postal address:<br />
GPO Box 2752<br />
Melbourne VIC 3001<br />
Australia<br />
Email: tradeassess@vetassess.com.au<br />
Web: www.vetassess.com.au<br />
Countries:<br />
China<br />
India<br />
Irel<strong>and</strong><br />
Korea (Sth)<br />
Pakistan<br />
Philippines<br />
South Africa<br />
Sri Lanka<br />
United Kingdom<br />
Singapore<br />
United Arab Emirates<br />
Occupations:<br />
Airconditioning <strong>and</strong> Refrigeration Mechanic<br />
Bricklayer<br />
Carpenter<br />
Carpenter <strong>and</strong> Joiner<br />
Diesel Motor Mechanic<br />
Electrician (General)<br />
Electronic Equipment Trades Worker<br />
Joiner<br />
Metal Fabricator<br />
Motor Mechanic (General)<br />
Plumber (General)<br />
Sheetmetal Trades Worker<br />
Vehicle Painter<br />
Welder (First Class)<br />
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY<br />
Contact details:<br />
Phone: +61 3 9919 7365<br />
Postal address:<br />
PO Box 14428<br />
Melbourne VIC 3001<br />
Australia<br />
Email: GSM@vu.edu.au<br />
Web: www.vu.edu.au<br />
Countries:<br />
China<br />
Fiji<br />
India<br />
Irel<strong>and</strong><br />
Korea (Sth)<br />
Pakistan<br />
Philippines<br />
South Africa<br />
Sri Lanka<br />
United Kingdom<br />
Iran<br />
United Arab Emirates<br />
Occupations:<br />
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)<br />
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)<br />
Airconditioning <strong>and</strong> Refrigeration Mechanic<br />
Bricklayer<br />
Carpenter<br />
Carpenter <strong>and</strong> Joiner<br />
Electrician (General)<br />
Electrician (Special Class)<br />
Electronic Equipment Trades Worker<br />
Joiner<br />
Metal Fabricator<br />
Motor Mechanic (General)<br />
Plumber (General)<br />
Sheetmetal Trades Worker<br />
Vehicle Painter<br />
Welder (First Class)
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