News & Updates
Helping Australian employers sponsor qualified workers from India
VETASSESS and the National Skills Development Corporation of India (NSDC) have agreed to jointly develop a plan to enable skilled workers from India to travel to Australia to fill labour shortages.
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New accreditation program for customer service leaders
The Customer Service Institute of Australia (CSIA) and VETASSESS have launched an Accreditation Program for customer service leaders.
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VETASSESS opens office in Saudi Arabia
VETASSESS has a new office in Saudi Arabia which will deal with customer inquiries, verification, and technical interview support in the Middle East.
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Changes in assessment of trade occupations
From April 23, VETASSESS will implement a number of changes to the trades skills assessment process. These changes will apply to new applications lodged from that date.
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Reopening new applications for Cook, Diesel Motor Mechanic and Motor Mechanic (General)
On April 23, VETASSESS will resume accepting new applications for three trade occupations.
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6 Answers by Experts - April 2024
Our Skills Assessment experts have been assisting our clients and agents with queries via webinars, social media and emails. Here are answers to some of the most common questions they receive.
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National Skills Passport Consultation
The Bendigo Kangan Institute and VETASSESS response to the Australian Government Department of Education Consultation on a National Skills Passport - 2023.
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8 mistakes to avoid in your skills assessment application
Your skills assessment application will be processed more smoothly if it is submitted with all the required documents and they are presented correctly.
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Connecting skilled Indian hospitality workers with Australian industry
VETASSESS has signed a memorandum of understanding with Tourism Training Australia (TTA) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to create a streamlined skilled migration pathway to connect Australian employers with skilled hospitality workers from India.
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Skilled migrant workers can fill staff shortages in aged care
Many Australian industries are struggling with staff shortages but one of the most dire needs is in aged care. Qualified workers from India can help fill the skills gap.
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Updated skills assessment criteria for hospitality manager occupations
VETASSESS has reviewed and updated its skills assessment criteria for two occupations relating to accommodation and hospitality management, following consultation with the Australian Hotels Association (AHA).
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VETASSESS resumes applications for Plumber (General) skills assessments
VETASSESS will resume accepting new Pathway 1 applications for the occupation of Plumber (General), ANZSCO Code 334111, on February 12, 2024.