will give you complete training to become a fully skilled carpenter and pave the way for your future career. The course covers the safe operation of tools and equipment, understanding worksite standards and building codes, and learning how to measure, install and repair materials. Through this course you will master the skills to produce high-quality timber work.

Course: C3 in Carpentry + Diploma of Building and Construction

Duration: two years

Entry requirements: completion of Year 10 or an equivalent overseas qualification

Corresponding skills assessment occupation: Carpenter

Salary: the legal minimum hourly wage in Australia is around 21,and the average hourly rate for carpenters reaches nearly AUD 40. Entry-level roles for newcomers start at around AUD 65,000 a year, rising to over AUD 90,000 with experience.

Skills assessment and migration:onshore students in Australia pass the TRA Job Ready Program assessment after graduating

Carpenter is currently on the Medium and Long-term list; with the required English level and an EOI of at least 65 points,you can apply for Subclass 189 skilled independent migration, Subclass 190 state nomination and Subclass 491 regional state nomination.

Vehicle Mechanical Technology (Vehicle Mechanical Technology)

When your car needs servicing or maintenance, who better to handle it than an experienced vehicle mechanical technician? TAFE’s Vehicle Mechanical Technology course gives you the skills and knowledge you need. Students take an intensive program covering engine and transmission maintenance, braking systems, and vehicle electrical and air-conditioning servicing. Ever-advancing automotive technology demands that tradespeople have the right tools and skills to service and maintain modern vehicles. After completing the course, you will have the opportunity to earn a trade qualification through an apprenticeship or work.

Course: C3 in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology + C4 in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis + Diploma of Automotive Technology

Duration: two years

Entry requirements: completion of Year 10 or an equivalent overseas qualification

Corresponding skills assessment occupation: Motor Mechanic

Salary: the legal minimum hourly wage in Australia is around 21,and the average hourly rate for motor mechanics reaches nearly AUD 33. Entry-level roles for newcomers start at around AUD 65,000 a year, rising to over AUD 80,000 with experience

Skills assessment and migration: after graduating you obtain the Subclass 485 Graduate Work visa and pass the TRA Job Ready Program assessmentMotor mechanic is currently on the Medium and Long-term list; with the required English level and an EOI of 65 points or more, you can apply for Subclass 189 skilled independent migration, Subclass 190 state nomination and Subclass 491 regional state nomination. What’s more,motor mechanic is one of the best trade fields for migration, andinvitations have been issued across multiple state nomination programs including NSW, Victoria, South Australia and Canberra, with invitations available even at lower point scores.

Civil Structural Design (Civil Structural Design)

Civil engineering is one of the key drivers of Australia’s economic growth. Across many Australian cities, rising population growth calls for more infrastructure to be built — and that requires civil engineers to design and construct it. TAFE’s Civil Structural Design course provides a wealth of useful skills and knowledge for designing and building civil structures. Led by professional engineers and technicians, the course covers mathematics, construction engineering and sustainability. After completing it, you will be equipped to manage engineering projects, contribute to engineering design, provide technical guidance and solve technical problems.

Course: C4 in Civil Construction Design + Diploma of Civil Construction Design

Course length: two years

Entry requirements: completion of Year 10 or an equivalent overseas qualification

Corresponding skills assessment occupation: Civil Engineering Draftsperson

Salary: the legal minimum hourly wage in Australia is around 21,and the average hourly rate for civil engineering draftspersons reaches nearly AUD 36. Entry-level roles for newcomers start at around AUD 68,000 a year, rising to over AUD 75,000 with experience.

Skills assessment and migration: after completing the full two years, you can apply for the Subclass 485 Graduate Work visa upon graduation and complete one year of relevant work experience during that visaCivil engineering draftsperson is currently on the Medium and Long-term list; with the required English level and an EOI of at least 65 points, you can apply for Subclass 189 skilled independent migration, Subclass 190 state nomination and Subclass 491 regional state nomination.Civil engineering is currently a field in high demand in Australia: in the last round Subclass 189 issued invitations at 65 points, and popular state nomination programs such as NSW and Victoria have also been inviting applicants.

Enrolled Nurse (Enrolled Nurse)

The Enrolled Nurse is an indispensable part of Australia’s healthcare system. If you love helping others and are willing to take on real responsibility, this could be the ideal career for you. TAFE’s Enrolled Nurse course equips you with the essential skills and knowledge for healthcare work, including delivering nursing care to professional standards, monitoring and assessing patients’ health, and administering medication and pharmaceutical care. The course typically takes 18 months of study, after which you will have gained a real skill and excellent prospects for a healthcare career. On completion, you can go on to qualify as a registered nurse, earn promotions and pay rises, and become an even more valuable medical professional.

Course: Diploma of Nursing

Entry requirements: IELTS Academic 7 across all four bands, with no band below 7, and completion of Year 12 or an equivalent overseas qualification

Course duration: 92 weeks

Corresponding skills assessment occupation: Enrolled Nurse

Salary: the legal minimum hourly wage in Australia is around 21,and the average hourly rate for enrolled nurses reaches nearly AUD 33. Entry-level roles for newcomers start at around AUD 60,000 a year, rising to over AUD 80,000 with experience

Skills assessment requirement: IELTS 7 across all four bands

Enrolled nurse is currently on the Short-term list; with the required English level and an EOI of at least 65 points, you can apply for Subclass 190 state nomination and Subclass 491 regional state nomination. For example,South Australian graduates can apply for SA Subclass 190 after just six months working as an enrolled nurse in the state. Healthcare and nursing occupations are among the most in-demand in Australia’s labour market right now, so they are extremely easy to receive invitations for in the migration system — being given priority invitations by state governments such as NSW and Victoria has become routine.

Community Worker (Community Worker)

Community workers play a vital role in Australian society, providing support and assistance to vulnerable groups and strengthening community cohesion. TAFE’s Community Worker course trains you to become an outstanding community worker and helps you integrate more fully into Australian society. The course is practically focused, guided by the latest skills and knowledge so you can better understand the real-world challenges of community work. It covers building cultural sensitivity and understanding, effective communication skills, organising and managing volunteer activities, and developing and implementing plans to improve community life or governance.

Course: C3 in Individual Support + C4 in Community Services + Diploma of Community Services (Case Management)

Course duration: 2 years

Entry requirements: completion of Year 10 or an equivalent overseas qualification

Corresponding skills assessment occupation: Community Worker

Salary: the legal minimum hourly wage in Australia is around 21,and the average hourly rate for community workers reaches nearly AUD 35. Entry-level roles for newcomers start at around AUD 60,000 a year, rising to over AUD 98,000 with experience

Skills assessment and migration: the ACWA assessing authority requires IELTS 7 across all four bands and accepts PTE.ACWA-accredited qualifications all include 400 hours of placement, so the skills assessment can waive the work-experience requirement; non-accredited qualifications carry a one-year work-experience requirement.

Community worker is currently on the Short-term list; with the required English level and an EOI of 65 points or more, you can apply for Subclass 190 state nomination and Subclass 491 regional state nomination.For example, South Australian graduates with one year of work experience can go through SA Subclass 190 state nomination.Community workers, too, are snapped up everywhere — once you hit 65 points there is a strong chance of being invited quickly!

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