Preparing for assessment

Before you apply to have your trade skills assessed you should gain an understanding of the Australian requirements relating to your occupation.

You can do this by reviewing the fact sheet and completing a self-assessment for your relevant occupation.

  • Fact sheets outline the tasks, duties and competency groups that are drawn from units of competence within the relevant industry training package for each occupation.
  • Self-assessments will help you to decide whether you have the required training, work experience and competencies to meet the Australian standards for your nominated occupation.
Occupation Self-assessment tool

Fact sheet

Bricklayer Download (PDF – 114 Kb) Download (PDF - 87 Kb)
Cable Jointer Download (PDF – 45 Kb) Download (PDF - 112 Kb)
Carpenter Download (PDF – 46 Kb) Download (PDF - 102 Kb)
Joiner Download (PDF – 53 Kb) Download (PDF - 125 Kb)
Electrical Powerline Tradesperson Download (PDF – 50 Kb) Download (PDF - 115 Kb)
General Electrician Download (PDF – 114 Kb) Download (PDF - 307 Kb)
General Plumber Download (PDF – 127 Kb) Download (PDF - 146 Kb)
Motor Mechanic (Light Vehicle) Download (PDF – 55 Kb) Download (PDF - 121 Kb)
Motor Mechanic (Heavy Vehicle) Download (PDF – 55 Kb) Download (PDF - 126 Kb)
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic Download (PDF – 46 Kb) Download (PDF - 127 Kb)

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