Are you a skilled worker or business migrant looking to migrate to Australia?

Were you asked to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect and get invitation from immigration authority to apply for the visa?

More often, when it comes to submitting EOI, applicants get bombarded with lots of questions that only add up to stress and mistakes, which consequently result into rejection.

This is why, we have narrowed down a few of the common ones to help you proceed with ease and in a right manner. Take a look!

1. What is Expression of Interest?
2. What is invitation?
3. How long does it take to get an invitation?
4. Is there any validity time imposed on Invitation?
5. What is point test?
6. What is nomination?
7. What is SkillSelect and how does it work?
8. Can I submit EOI without clearing an English Language Test or Skill Assessment?
9. If I want to update my EOI, can I do that and how?
10. What if I committed a mistake in EOI?
11. How much does it take to get your EOI approved?
12. Does the total points needed to get an Australian PR gets updated even after filing an EOI?
13. Can multiple EOI’s be submitted?
14. Can I hire the services of a migration agent to submit my EOI?
15. Can I get the reimbursement for the cost of skill assessment in case I don’t get the invitation to apply for the visa?

1. What is Expression of Interest?

Expression of Interest is basically a point-test where you need to demonstrate your interest of migrating to Australia if you are applying for any of the following visas:

• Business Talent visa (Subclass 132)
• Business Innovation Visa and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188)
• Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189)
• Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190)
• Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (Subclass 489)
• Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)
• Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa (subclass 187)

The answers you provide are reviewed by the employers as well as state and territory government to evaluate whether your skills meet Australia’s economic needs or not.

2. What is invitation?

An invitation is usually a permission given by the Department of Home Affairs to the applicants for lodging a visa application under the Skilled Migration Program for Australia.

Related Read: A Guide to Australia Permanent Residency

3. How long does it take to get an invitation?

The processing times for invitations vary depending upon certain factors including number of application received at that particular time, types of occupation, point score, skills shortage level, etc.

4. Is there any validity time imposed on Invitation?

Yes, the validity period of invitation is 60 days. If you fail to submit petition within this duration, your EOI will be removed from the data bank.

5. What is point test?

The point test is designed to help Australia choose people who have the required skills and attributes to contribute in its economy. The number of points required depend on the visa you are applying for. Applicant is given points on number of things including:

• Age
• Skills
• English Language proficiency
• Occupation
• Australian work experience

6. What is nomination?

A nomination generally demonstrates the following things:

• Your name
• Skills and experience required for the position
• Occupation is relevant to the position that requires to be filled
• Market salary for the position
• Location of the work

7. What is SkillSelect and how does it work?

SkillSelect is an online system introduced by the Australian government for skilled workers to be considered for a skilled migration visa. Applicants submitting information in SkillSelect are either nominated or invited by Australian employers or state and territory government to apply for the visa.

8. Can I submit EOI without clearing an English Language Test or Skill Assessment?

No, you need to have evidence of your language proficiency and skill assessment before you submit your EOI.

9. If I want to update my EOI, can I do that and how?

Yes, you can update your EOI in SkillSelect under any of the following circumstances:

• You want to change visa category
• You have changed your occupation or family composition
• You scored higher points (because of higher qualification, improved work experience, passing a higher level English test)
• Your points have reduced, in case your partner is longer able to undertake paid work in the nominated occupation or has reached 50 years of age.

You will be given with an updated estimate of your point score once you make all the changes in the SkillSelect.

Please note, you cannot make changes to your EOI after you have received invitation to apply for the visa.

10. What if I committed a mistake in EOI?

It is extremely crucial to provide accurate information in EOI by the time you are issued with an invitation. If the Department of immigration finds the information unreliable or inappropriate, your application will get rejected even if you have scored sufficient points.

11. How much does it take to get your EOI approved?

The time needed to approve an EOI majorly depend upon two factors including:

• Subclass you are applying to &
• Current demand of your profile in the country

It can be either be approved in less than two months or may get extended to one year.

12. Does the total points needed to get an Australian PR gets updated even after filing an EOI?

Yes, the total points to get an Australian PR gets updated after lodging an EOI. Some of the major factors responsible behind this are the occupation ceilings, number of applicants and the point score.

13. Can multiple EOI’s be submitted?

Any prospective applicant can submit one EOI to the program. A new EOI can be submitted if the old one is expired or the applicant has received a Letter of Advice of Apply and decided to dismiss the invitation.

14. Can I hire the services of a migration agent to submit my EOI?

Yes, one can hire the services of a registered migration agent to get assistance in submitting the EOI as such individuals are acquainted with the current laws, requirements or changes and legally authorised to provide advice on the Australian immigration.

15. Can I get the reimbursement for the cost of skill assessment in case I don’t get the invitation to apply for the visa?

Submitting an EOI does not guarantee an invitation to apply for the visa. Hence, one cannot expect reimbursement for any kind of costs arise in preparing an EOI.

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Due to the changing social trends, busy lifestyle and diminishing leisure time of the Australian population there has been a significant growth in the number of restaurants in Australia.  This, in turn, has increased the demand for well-trained and qualified chefs. Commercial Cookery course is perfect for those seeking for a career as a chef. The culinary industry definitely has bright and attractive opportunities for you and your cookery ideas to blossom.

The minimum requirement to study Commercial Cookery is

• 5.5 overall in IELTS with no band less than 5
• a minimum of Year 11 schooling or equivalent completed

The full Commercial Cookery course comprise of

• Cert III in Commercial Cookery: This is a one-year training course, which offers both theory and practical training. At the conclusion of it, all students must undertake a mandatory workplace training of 10 weeks in a suitable hospitality establishment such as restaurants, hotels, cafes, coffee shops etc. as a trainee chef.
  Completing Cert III in Commercial Cookery makes you eligible to become a qualified cook.
• Cert IV in Commercial Cookery: This is a 6 months course for the students who have completed Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and want to have a role above cook in kitchen operations. After Completion of this course you are eligible to become a qualified chef. At the end of the Commercial Cookery course you fully capable of working independently with minimal guidance from others.

NOTE: Depending on the college where you enrol, the work placement can either be on the course content during Certificate III or Certificate IV. During the one and half year course you are required to complete total of 360 hours of work placement.

Some colleges may not have Certificate III course and may offer 1 and half years of Cert IV in commercial cookery

Related Read: Top 7 Challenges for International students who study in Australia

Diploma of Hospitality Management (Commercial Cookery Pathway): This is a 6 months course which is suitable for students who have completed the Certificate III and Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and want to enhance their skill and knowledge in hospitality operations. You will acquire skills in budgeting, customer service, financial management, inventory control and operational planning. Completing this course makes you eligible to become kitchen manager, restaurant manager, sous chef or unit manager.

After completion of Diploma of Hospitality Management, you may study Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management or Bachelor courses at Universities.

Migration Aspect of Commercial Cookery Course

STEP 1 – Provisional Skills Assessment (PSA)

After completing 2 years of Commercial Cookery package course you can apply for Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) under graduate stream. You are required to get Provisional Skills Assessment (PSA) from Trade Recognition Australia (TRA).

Eligibility Criteria:

• Valid Student Visa
• CRICOS registered qualification that is relevant to the occupation assessed by TRA
• Proof of relevant paid employment or work placement of minimum 360 hours relating to your qualification and nominated occupation
• The experience/placement must be within 3 years before the submission of PSA application

Apply for Graduate Temporary (subclass 485) Visa

After getting positive PSA you can apply for 485 visa.

Requirements for 485 visa application

• You need to satisfy 2 years Australian study requirement.
• You need 6 overall but no less than 5 in any module in IELTS.
• Your nominated occupation is required to be in MLTSSL.

If the application is decision ready and if all the required documents are submitted at the time of application then the 485 visa will be granted for the duration of one and half years (18 months).

STEP 2: Job Ready Program (JRP)

Once the Graduate Temporary visa is granted you need to get your full skills assessment done. You need to enrol in Job Ready Program (JRP). The purpose of JRP is to enable you to gain experience in an Australian workplace to further develop your skills.

STEP 3: JOB READY EMPLOYMENT (JRE)

Over a period of 1 year you must have paid employment of at least 1725 hours from the start date of your Job Ready Employment in an Australian workplace which is TRA approved.

During your employment, you will be required to keep a monthly journal describing examples of the tasks and duties you are undertaking in your workplace relevant to your occupation.

STEP 4: JOB READY WORK ASSESSMENT (JRWA)

You will be assessed at your workplace by a TRA – approved registered training organisation. The assessment will focus on the activities you have been required to perform during the period of your employment as recorded in your Job Ready Journal.

After the assessor has reviewed your documentation and is satisfied with your performance, he/she will give you a positive JRWA outcome.

STEP 5: JOB READY FINAL ASSESSMENT (JRFA)

After the successful PSA and JRWA outcome you will become qualified to apply for JRFA. This is the final step of the JRP. You need to submit an evidence of 1725 hours of paid employment in the period of 12 months in the occupation you chose. Along with that you must provide the 12 months of Job Ready Journals signed by your nominated supervisor and approved by TRA. After this you will receive Full Skill Assessment from TRA.

Apply for Australia Permanent Residency

With the Full Skills Assessment from TRA you can apply Permanent Residency through the points based visa stream. You can then look to apply for PR Visa Subclass 189 or 190 or 489. Therefore, if you are aiming to work as a cook or a chef and become a permanent resident in Australia, you can certainly opt for this pathway. Contact our education counsellor to get complete details about the course providers, intakes, tuition fees and more.

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Information technology courses are high on demand and it would benefit you highly if you know where you would stand after the graduation. Wouldn’t it? Performing the ground work analysis amongst your busy schedule would be a task. So, we have done all the major work for you and broken down the important pieces of information for you.

The IT job market has been consistent over the past few years in Australia. Though there are fluctuations, it is not anything major for the techies to worry about. This blog is dedicated to all IT under-graduates without work experience who are curious to know what they can look for in the market. We have picked the top 4 professions in which graduates with no work experience are hired!

Top 4 Professions in Information Technology

Test Engineer

Test Engineer is a highly specialised position which leads to several prospective career paths within IT. It is to be noted that majority of the graduates who are fresh on board in this profession have Bachelor degree. Yes, that is a bit of good news for the under-graduates! Moving on to the statistics of comparing the median salary for Test Engineers across various cities in Australia, Perth has the highest paid test engineer jobs for the graduates. However, there is not much difference in the salary across the cities. In this case, you might want to consider comparing the living expense to make your call.

Software Engineer

If dealing with networks, operating systems, databases or applications is your key, then Software Engineering is the profession you should be hunting for. If you start your career as a Software Engineer, there are high possibilities for you to reach the top of your career as Development Manager. Sydney job market is the winner this time with the highest median pay for graduates without work experience. In fact, this is the highest paid graduate job across Australia.

App Developer

If you are bit by the code bug, then App Developer job role would be your piece of cake. This position involves designing prototypes, developing application and coding. Once again, Sydney’s median is high. However, you might want to consider Perth as there is just a minor variance in terms of salary, but the living expense would be comparatively less.

Support Analyst

Support Analyst is a job role with high number of openings for graduates without work experience. In this job role, you would be a part of back end team providing technical support. For this role, though the median salary is highest at Sydney and Perth, the difference is minor amongst all the cities. So, you can sit back and prioritise other aspects than salary to make your decision.

Thus, now you know what kind of jobs you must hunt for in the Australian market, the ones that are going to pave a better career pathway for you. However, you must note that these are just the median salaries and they can vary depending upon the software languages and tools you equip yourself with.

If you are anticipating which career to choose and want to know about your study or PR prospects in Australia, you can consult with our counsellors at any of our nearest branches. Having helped numerous aspirants realise their dreams and goals to Study in Australia, our counsellors are well-versed & experienced to give you the most suitable advice regarding career choices and of course the right kind of Australia visa. Just get in touch with any of our branches or request someone from our team to connect to you by simply filling out the inquiry form.

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If you are a potential aspirant looking to migrate to Australia, you would probably be familiar with the term Skilled Occupation List (SOL).

It is a standard list of occupations currently acknowledged for immigration to Australia. The list comprises of different categories including professionals, managers, traders, etc and is applicable to following visas:

• Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme
• Subclass 187 Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme
• Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa
• Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa
• Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa
• Subclass 489 Skilled Regional Sponsored visa

The Department of Home Affairs updates the SOL on a regular basis to demonstrate or echo changes in the Australian Labor Market and current demand for occupations in the country.

Following is the summary of proposed changes made on 17 January 2018 to the list of eligible skilled occupations.

Occupations added to the list & the caveats applicable

Note: You can find the list of eligible postcodes in Regional Australia here: ?

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skilled-regional-provisional-489/regional-postcodes

Occupations Removed from the List

Occupations Moved from STSOL to MLTSSL

Source: Department of Home Affairs

The above changes will be applicable to the applications lodged on or after 17 January 2018 and will not affect the applications lodged prior to this date.

Need further assistance to apply for the visa or want to know the caveats on occupations in detail? Get in touch with our experts today!

A good education is imperative for a successful career. The international education positively impacts your career as well as personal growth. The experiences you gain while studying and living in the globally diverse environment are manifold. Social Worker is one such field where a global exposure matters a lot. And the best places to get valuable and quality Social Worker Education is Australia.

Here we have highlighted various key points related to this field. You will be able to discover ample of opportunities if you are opting to gain Social Worker qualifications from Australia. Below are the pressing questions and their answers that you must be concerned about in case you are very serious about taking up this career.

1. What is Social Work?
2. Who are Social Workers and what do they do?
3. Where do Social Workers work?
4. What is the annual earning of a Social Worker?
5. Which are the Social Worker Degree Courses in Australia?
6. What is the demand of Social Workers in Australia? What are the possibilities pertaining to migration and job roles?
7. Are there possibilities for permanent residency after graduating from the related course?
8. What is the basic course entry prerequisite for this course?
9. Are you interested to start a new career? Where can you study and when can you start?

1. What is Social Work?

Social Work is an exciting career area which is very greatly related to psychology. It is work carried out with well trained professionals with the aim to reduce pain and suffering of those who are suffering from social deprivation. It is an academic and professional discipline that looks into the welfare of individuals and communities.

2. Who are Social Workers and what do they do?

The trained professionals who utilize social theories to understand human issues and help them improve their lives further improving the society as a whole are known as Social Workers. Social Workers usually specialize in helping women, children and aiding to life- threatening problems.

Social Workers:

• Behave as advocates for their clients
• Teach clients new skills
• Get their clients to link to essential resources within the community
• Protect vulnerable clients and make sure that their best interests are observed
• Counsel clients who need support and assistance
• Research social problems to look for remedies

3. Where do Social Workers work?

Most Social Workers are employed either in the social assistance sector or the healthcare sector which include psychiatric clinics, NGOs, hospitals etc.

They are also employed in government agencies at the state and local level. Their positions would include child welfare assessments, help any individual in need of public assistance and also work with individuals who come in contact with the criminal justice system.

4. What is the annual earning of a Social Worker?

An average social worker salary depends on many factors such as the speciality area, educational background etc. However, an average earning of a social worker ranges from approximately AUD 50 K to AUD 80 K per annum (the salary depends on the years of significant experience) an applicant possesses and the demand of the position in each state within Australia.

5. Which are the Social Worker Degree Courses in Australia?

Courses in the field of social work range into 2 types: –

• The undergraduate degree (Bachelor of Social Work) with no prior study. This study can take up to four years to complete.
• The postgraduate degree [Master of Social work / Master of Social Work (qualifying)]. This degree is offered for two years. Recently these courses are also offered to graduates with specialisations such as psychology, law and social science.

Due to diverse areas the specialisations are offered, social workers are able to choose to take up jobs pertaining to family or child welfare services, psychiatric services, healthcare sectors, age care sectors and the criminal law and justice sector.

AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers) is the skill assessment authority for social worker looking to apply for Australia migration visa. Therefore, students studying this course must make sure that it is accredited by AASW for their skill assessment outcome to be positive. to ensure a positive skill assessment for migration purposes.

6. What is the demand of Social Workers in Australia? What are the possibilities pertaining to migration and job roles?

Social Worker is a large occupation and has grown to a considerable extent in the last 5 years. Based on the data provided in the Occupation Ceiling, Social Workers was allocated 1562 places out of which only 72 places have been occupied. Based on this information, statistics say that approximately only 4.6% of the places were taken this year which significantly portrays the skill shortage faced. This trend would continue until more graduates take up this field to study. This field of study is not very popular among students and this information must be made aware greatly so that the skill shortage reduces considerable.

Key Salary Info:-

The state of Darwin and Western Australia have the highest demands for Social Worker.

7. Are there possibilities for permanent residency after graduating from the related course?

Certainly, as this occupation falls under the MTSSL list, studying an accredited course from a reputed university will make the student eligible to successfully get a positive Skill assessment from AASW. They can directly apply for the Permanent Residency (189) without having any Australian state or regional area sponsoring them. One needs a minimum of 60 points.

8. What is the basic course entry prerequisite for this course?

To study a Bachelor Degree, the student needs to hold a relevant high school degree with good percentage. To study Master Degree, a Bachelor degree in the following discipline (social welfare, community work, sociology, psychology, nursing, education, criminal justice, international studies, and indigenous studies) is essential. It has been seen that admission criteria can change from case to case basis. The minimum IELTS requirement for entry into the course is overall 6.5 with no less than 6.0 each or PTE equivalent. English Requirement is also subject to change based on the Universities chosen to study this course.

9. Are you interested to start a new career? Where can you study and when can you start?

Social Work courses are offered by many Australian Universities. The earliest intake is in March 2018.

In today’s world, Social Work is definitely one of the occupation rising its way through. For someone who is passionate about the working for the society, Social Worker Career is one best option. Also there are many pathways towards Australia PR.

This is the chance to pursue a noble profession. With our Education counsellors, you can get detailed information and complete guidance on selecting the suitable course. They are not only experts but experienced to provide various solutions depending upon the individual’s requirements and situations. Not just that, they will guide you with your Australia Student Visa application, too. So, just visit our office or fill out the inquiry form to get the process started. We guarantee optimum service.

You can seek guidance from our expert on our International Student Forum too.

International Education can enhance an individual’s career exponentially. While there are many different fields to opt, there is one career that is on the rise in Australia which is that of the Quantity Surveyor and it is related to the field of construction.

Australia offers top quality education with industry oriented practical exposure as a part of course curriculum. Based on such valuable learning that it offers, it attracts large number of international students. This profession, however, is not so well-known amongst the folks hailing from outside the land down under. But, there are Quantity Surveyor Courses offered by reputed Australian educational institutes that one can opt.

This blog answers all the questions that uncover the occupation of Quantity Surveyor in detail.

1. Who is a quantity surveyor?
2. How much are quantity surveyors earning?
3. What qualification will I need to become a quantity surveyor?
4. What is the scenario regarding the demand for this field in Australia? What are the possible migration outcome and job outcomes?
5. Is there a possible PR option after studying this course?
6. Can I study this course at a Masters level without holding relevant Bachelors in this field?
7. I am interested in this new career and eager to start? Where can I study and when is the next intake?

1. Who is a quantity surveyor?

A Quantity Surveyor is a qualified professional who specialises in managing complete costs (from start to final calculations) related to the building and civil engineering projects measurement and estimating the value of construction costs. A qualified professional will be working for the lucrative construction industry providing key inputs on Building Cost evaluation and management process.

2. How much are quantity surveyors earning?

They earn an average salary of AU$74,648 per year. As professionals build their project management skills, wages rise to up to AU $110,000 per year

3. What qualification will I need to become a quantity surveyor?

A Bachelors or Masters level qualification in an appropriate field of construction management is needed. Some of the examples of qualifying degrees are as below

• Bachelor of Construction Management
• Bachelor of Construction Management and Economics
• Master of Construction Practice (Professional)

For any student, looking to apply for Permanent Residency Visa for Australia, it is advised to opt for courses accredited by AIQS (Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors) to ensure a positive skill assessment.

4. What is the scenario regarding the demand for this field in Australia? What are the possible migration outcome and job prospects?

There is obviously an enormous demand in Australia and a skill shortage with not enough students taking up this field. This also reflects in the occupation ceiling. A total of 1000 occupation ceilings have been allocated for applicants for migration programme year 2017 and so far only 18 have been filled. This trend is expected to continue until we see more graduates taking up this field of study. So far, awareness around this field of study is less among the international students.

Key information:

The top three regions for employment as a Quantity Surveyor include:

5. Is there a possible PR option after studying this course?

Yes. Students can secure a positive skill assessment from AIQS upon completion of one of their accredited courses. Since the occupation is on the Skilled Occupation list i.e MLTSSL, one can meet the requirements for Permanent residency (189) with 60 points. You need not be sponsored by any state or regional area.

6. Can I study this course at a Masters level without holding relevant Bachelors in this field?

Students can certainly opt for this course at a Masters level too. The non-graduate entry allows students from any discipline to become a Quantity Surveyor after completing a Masters level course. You will require an IELTS score of overall 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0 or even PTE equivalent is accepted for entry into the course.

7. I am interested in this new career and eager to start? Where can I study and when is the next intake?

Many universities offer Construction management courses at a Bachelors level and Masters Level Australia wide. The earliest intake for this course is in Jan 2018. So what are you waiting for!!! For more info on quantity surveyor Courses and to make an application.

Quantity Surveying in the public sector has high importance. Due to which the pay is lucrative. Quantity Surveyors are regarded as construction industry professionals. If you are looking to make your career in that industry, then going for a specialised course is sure to yield fruitful results. As the occupation is in the MLTSSL, there are good chances for the international students to get Permanent Residency in Australia post completion of the suitable academic course.

At Aussizz Group, our education counsellor work diligently to provide all round solution for every aspiring student. They have developed expertise and supported numerous students choose the right course, suitable institute and even assisted entirely with the Student Visa for Australia. You, too, can get in touch with our counsellors at any of our branches to know more about the Quantity Surveyor occupation and pathway courses to it. If you prefer that we contact you, then fill your details in the inquiry form and one of our education consultant will get back to you.

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Over few years, Australia has emerged as one of the top destinations to offer supreme quality education. This has resulted in talents from across the globe flocking in to study in Australia. The chance to unfurl awesome career opportunities has further resulted in willingness amongst students to explore the Permanent Residency prospects.

If you are a student who is dying to grasp an awesome career opportunity in Australia, then you must consider getting complete info about the Career in Laboratory Science.

Here are some important insights on Careers in Lab Medicine, more commonly known as Medical Laboratory Scientists!

1. Who are Medical Laboratory Scientists?
2. How much does a Medical Laboratory Scientist earn?
3. What is the qualification one must acquire in order to become a Medical Laboratory Scientist?
4. What are some of the other related careers associated with this field of study?
5. What is the demand for this career in Australia? What are the migration possibilities and job outcomes?
6. Are there PR possibilities after completion of this course?
7. What is the entry requirement for this course?
8. I am ready for a new career and raring to start? Where can I study and when can I start?

1. Who are Medical Laboratory Scientists?

Medical Laboratory Scientists are qualified healthcare professionals who perform chemical, microscopic and bacteriological diagnosis, and analysis of blood, tissue and other fluids. They play a vital role in examining and providing information by generating accurate laboratory data which would assist physicians in diagnosing patients and determining appropriate treatment methods.

2. How much does a Medical Laboratory Scientist earn?

The average salary of a Medical Laboratory Scientist is approximately AUD 58,000 per year, however, wages could rise up to approximately AUD 100,000 per annum depending on the years of experience a candidate possesses.

3. What is the qualification one must acquire in order to become a Medical Laboratory Scientist?

A Bachelor or Master qualification in the relevant field of Medical Science is needed.

The Course options are

• Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathology)
• Bachelor of Science (Laboratory Medicine)
• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
• Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine)
• Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine
• Master of Laboratory Medicine
• Master of Laboratory Medicine (Professional Experience Sequence)

It is advised that students take up courses from Universities accredited by AIMS (Australian Institute of Medical Scientist) to ensure a positive skill assessment for migration purposes.

4. What are some of the other related careers associated with this field of study?

Medical laboratory scientist can also gain employment as Biomedical Scientist, Medical Scientific Officer, Pathologist in a hospital or research setting.

5. What is the demand for this career in Australia? What are the migration possibilities and job outcomes?

There is definitely a huge demand when it comes to this field as very few opt to study this particular field. Looking at the Occupation Ceiling, Medical Laboratory Scientists was allocated 1487 places for the current migration programme year but, so far, only 35 places have been filled. Statistics show that only 2.5% of the places were taken this year indicating apparent skill shortage.

Key Statistics: –

• Starting Salary currently range from approximately $55,000 to $60,000 per annum.
• Senior level position wages range from approximately $85,000 to $100,000 per annum
• Highest demand for a Medical Laboratory Scientist is in the state of Queensland (QLD) and New South Wales (NSW). However, there is a demand for this occupation all over Australia.

6. Are there PR possibilities after completion of this course?

Yes, Student would get a positive Skill Assessment from AIMS if they complete one of the courses from the Universities accredited by AIMS. This occupation is listed on the MLTSSL (Medium and Long Term Strategic Skills List) and one can qualify for Permanent Residency Visa specifically under the Visa Subclass 189 without any state or regional area sponsoring the applicant with 60 points.

7. What is the entry requirement for this course?

For a bachelor level qualification, the student must have completed an appropriate high school qualification with majors in the field of Science. For a master level qualification, student must have completed a bachelor qualification in the cognate discipline (Laboratory Medicine, Biomedical or Biological Sciences, health science or Medicine) with a minimum GPA of 2.0 (out of 4.0) or a minimum of 5 years of work experience in the relevant field. An IELTS score of overall 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0 or PTE equivalent is needed as minimum requirement for entry into the course.

8. I am ready for a new career and raring to start? Where can I study and when can I start?

Laboratory Medicine courses at a Bachelor level and Master Level is offered at various universities Australia-wide. The nearest intake for this course is in February 2018.

It is indeed a high-paying and bright career choice. There are many good universities offering this Medical Laboratory Medicine Courses and you can certainly get more information about the course, admissions, tuition, Student Visa application process from our education consultant. They will guide you with the suitable pathway, make university as well as visa application and more.

Quick Decision will be in your favour as the intake is in February 2018. Get rid of all the dilemmas. Just talk to our education consultant regarding career opportunity in Australia, give us a call or visit our branch near you.

You can also simply fill out the inquiry form and one of our consultants will get back to you within 24 hours.

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The year 2017 is marked by significant changes in a number of Australian visas. This has been clearly reflected in the processing times of Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) 187 visa.

The Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (subclass 187) Visa is a PR (Permanent Residence) visa for the skilled migrants who desire to work in regional Australia. This RSMS Programme is applicable only outside the major cities of Australia like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Newcastle, and Wollongong as they are not included in Regional Australia.

With the announcement of future modifications in the procedure, the number of applicants for the Regional Sponsored Visa 187 has increased to a huge number. As a result, the processing time has also risen with the included RCB (Regional Certifying Body) advice by Immigration South Australia.

The visa processing for RSMS requires going through three stages, including:

Stage 1: Advice from RCB

• In this stage, the RCB demands certain proofs from the employer to examine whether his application is genuine or not.
• This advertisement period counts 4 weeks followed by an application process of 8 weeks.

Stage 2: Nomination Application

• In this step, it is checked if the employer has nominated you for a vacant/new position or replaced your post with the existing one. This needs to be proven with some documents.
• Department of Home Affairs verifies the genuineness of the requirement and cross-check the provided documents.
• This whole procedure takes about 10 months to get the nomination approval.

Stage 3: Visa Application

• Once the nomination gets approved, you can lodge your visa application. This can also be done while waiting for the nomination approval.

So, to reduce the processing period and avoid the new changes due to be introduced in March 2018, you can lodge all these three stages at the same time.

Must Read: All you need to know about RSMS 187 Visa

Here is how Aussizz Group comes to your aid to complete the processing of your 187 Visa

We have a team of expert and registered migration agents who can assist you from the initial stage of processing your application till the grant of visa and even further with the citizenship application.

Our team communicates with your employer directly so that you and your employer can breathe in relief as we take care of the whole procedure. Our migration team adheres to a strict code of conduct when it comes to the confidential information of our clients and leaves no stone unturned to help them get a positive outcome.

How can you start your application for Regional Sponsored 187 Visa with the Aussizz Group?

Are you also the one looking to apply for RSMS visa (subclass 187) soon? If yes, then make a move at the VERY MOMENT. You can prearrange an appointment with our expert migration agents and receive their recommendations and advice on document requirement and other visa obligations.

To initiate your application for 187 Visa, you need to submit the essential documents and necessary information to us. Once we acquire the prerequisites, we aim to lodge your application within 2 Business days.

How can you get in touch with the Aussizz Group TODAY?

We believe in keeping our clients updated and serve them with the best solutions for their problems. You can even ask specific queries related to 187 Visa on the immigration expert forum. You can feel free to visit our nearby office in your city or contact us via phone or email. 

Are you a Permanent Resident of Australia? If yes, then are you contemplating to gain the Australian Citizenship? Well, to acquire citizenship of Australia, you need to meet certain conditions set by the Government.

Here are the criteria for applying for Australian Citizenship.

• You need to be a PR of Australia.
• You should not have been absent from Australia for more than one year throughout your PR period.
• Passing the citizenship test is necessary.
• You must meet the ‘good character’ requirement that includes the Police Checks.

On 20^th April 2017, the Australian Government announced some new requirement to acquire the Australian Citizenship.

These requirements include:

• All applicants need to pass the stand-alone English test which will examine their proficiency in Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening English language.
• The applicant is required to have lived in Australia as a Permanent Resident for at least 4 years.
• The level of citizenship test will be strengthened to determine whether an applicant understands and commits to the shared values and responsibilities while residing in Australia.
• All the applicants will need to show measures that they have taken to contribute to the Australian community. These measures include evidence of one’s employment, their membership in the community organizations of Australia, and school enrolment of their eligible children.
• At present, there is no set limit to the number of times an applicant fails in the citizenship test. But the new requirement says that an applicant can fail the test only thrice.
• For applicants who indulge in any sort of cheating during the Citizenship test, an automatic fail will be introduced to them.

However, this announcement raised many concerns and protests among the residents of Australia and even political personalities against the Government. 

As a consequence, the Senate Legal and Constitutional Affairs Legislation Committee came up with its reports on the Australian Citizenship Bill 2017. This report states that the Committee made four major recommendations regarding the Government’s citizenship changes. These recommendations were tabled in Parliament on 5^th September 2017.

These recommendations include:

Recommendation 1:

The Committee has asked the Government to clarify the standard for English language but also stated that the standard must not be set too high that it would disqualify the eligible applicants from achieving citizenship.

Recommendation 2:

The Committee also asked the Government to revise the imposition of 2-year ban on applicants for citizenship who failed three times successively in the citizenship test. Instead, the Government should introduce some additional tests on a cost-recovery basis to reduce the fraudulent applications.

Recommendation 3:

The Committee even asked the Government to consider introducing some transitional provisions for citizens who hold permanent resident visas on or before 20^th April 2017 so that the current residency requirement applies to this group of citizenship applicants.

Recommendation 4:

The Committee has asked the Senate to pass the bill.

Will the Government amend the bill by considering the recommendations and pass it or will it stick to its statement? We just have to wait and watch for the Government’s final declaration. Watch this space for all such updates and announcements. If you are seeking any further details on the information or updates regarding the Australian Citizenship, feel free to contact us or visit our nearby office.