Do you need teacher skills assessment

If you are looking to apply for a teacher skills assessment in Australia, you should first check with the Department of Home Affairs that the visa you are applying for requires a skills assessment.  

A skills assessment is a process which evaluates the qualifications and work experience of a foreign applicant, and compares it to the Australian standards for the same profession. This is used to determine if the applicant meets the criteria for the visa they are applying for.  

Not all visa types require a skills assessment. Some visas, such as the Temporary Activity Visa and Subclass 476, do not require a skills assessment at all. Similarly, some visas, such as the Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) only require a skills assessment if you are a primary applicant.  

If you’re applying for a skilled visa, such as the Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) visa or the Skilled Independent (subclass 189) visa, a skills assessment is mandatory. The Department of Home Affairs will assess your qualifications, experience and skills to determine whether they are relevant to the role you are applying for. The assessment criteria is different for different visa types, so it is important to check with the Department of Home Affairs to ensure that you meet the requirements.  

If you’re applying for the Temporary Work (Skilled) (subclass 457) visa, a skills assessment is optional. However, if you are applying for a 457 visa for a teaching role, the Department of Home Affairs recommends that you obtain a skills assessment to demonstrate that you have the skills and experience required for the role.  

It is essential to check with the Department of Home Affairs which visas require a skills assessment, as this could save you time and money.  

Before applying for a skills assessment, you should also ensure that you meet the criteria set out by the assessing authority. This includes having the correct qualifications, experience, and English language proficiency. You must also provide evidence of your claims in the form of documents.  

Finally, you should check that you meet the current requirements for the visa you are applying for. This includes any changes to the criteria caused by the coronavirus pandemic.  

By taking the time to check the requirements of the visa, you can ensure that you are well-prepared for your skills assessment and that you have the best chance of success.