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Lots of people want to move to Australia for a better life and good jobs. If you're in the IT field and want to work in Australia, you need to prove your skills. This is called an ACS migration skill assessment.
During this assessment, they look at your education and work experience to see if you're qualified. If you don't do this assessment, your application won't go through.
In this guide, we'll explain everything you need to know about the ACS migration skill assessment.
About ACS
The technology sector in Australia is growing fast. There's a group called Australian Computer Science (ACS) that checks the skills of people who move to Australia for IT jobs. Jobs like Software Engineer, Systems Analyst, Network Engineer, and more can go through this ACS process.
If you work in IT, you need to pass the ACS skill assessment to get a skilled work visa. If you don't pass, your application won't move forward.
During the assessment, ACS looks at your skills and experience to decide if you're good enough to work in Australia as a skilled person. They make sure you meet the right standards.
Eligibility Criteria
The ACS migration rules can be different depending on your work experience, job type, and education. Here are the main things you need to qualify:
Education Requirements
Education Proof
| Qualification | Criteria for ICT Major | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | A minimum of 33% of the qualification must be ICT | Standard 3-year Bachelor's qualification |
| Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree | One full academic year of ICT content is required |
|
| Post Graduate | A minimum of 50% of the qualification must be ICT | For a 2-year postgraduate |
Work Experience Requirements
Having work experience in your field is really important. But it needs to be after you finish studying. If it's before that, it won't count. You have to show proof of your past work.
During the skill assessment, ACS checks if the things you did at your old job are similar to what's listed for your job in ANZSCO. (ANZSCO is like a job guide for Australia and New Zealand.)
The amount of work experience you need depends on your degree or diploma. It decides if you can qualify for the ACS skill assessment.
| Qualification Level | Degree Relation to Occupation | ICT Major/Minor | Work Experience Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | Closely related | Major | 2 years in the last 10 years. 4 years anytime in the past |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | Not closely related | Major | 4 years anytime in the past |
| Closely related | Major | 5 years in the last 10 years 6 years anytime in the past |
|
| Not closely related | Major | 6 years anytime in the past | |
| Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree |
Closely related | Major | 5 years in the last 10 years 6 years anytime in the past |
| Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree |
Not closely related | Major | 6 years anytime in the past |
English Proficiency
You need to be good at English. You can take tests like PTE, TOEFL, or IELTS. The score you need depends on your job and the visa you want.
How to Apply?
Here's how you can apply for the ACS skill assessment:
Processing Duration
It usually takes about 8-10 weeks for ACS to check your skills. If they need more info, it might take longer. You can check your application status to see how it's going.
What To Do Next?
If your intention is to relocate to Australia for employment purposes, successfully completing this skill evaluation is a mandatory step within the overall procedure. Seeking assistance from specialists at SIEC could prove beneficial, given their extensive knowledge of Australian visas and skill assessments. They have the capacity to provide comprehensive support throughout the entire journey. You simply need to reach out to them to arrange a consultation.
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