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Are Carpentry qualifications from countries other than the UK recognised for the Australian Carpentry skills assessment?

Applying for a skills assessment as a Carpenter to migrate to Australia does not necessarily require a qualification; this is dependent upon the country of your passport.  The Down Under Centre has access to Australia’s Country Education Profiles and can confirm if your qualifications will be recognised so you can complete your Carpentry skills assessment […]

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If my partner is the main applicant, but I am a Carpenter, should I complete the Australian Carpentry skills assessment?

With a passport from the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA or New Zealand you automatically add 5 points to your partner’s application. If you completed the Carpentry skills assessment for Australia (and are under 45 years of age) this would add 10 points.  You would also benefit from the Certificate III in Carpentry which will benefit […]

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What age can a Carpenter migrate to Australia?

If you are a Carpenter hoping to migrate to Australia, you need to be between 18 and 45 years old. However at age 18, Carpenters will not have yet achieved the necessary qualifications and experience to prove their competence. Carpenters between the ages of 25-32 years old generate the maximum points for age towards their […]

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How to get a job as a Carpenter in Australia

Getting a job as a Carpenter in Australia will depend on the current job market; most states of Australia are screaming out for Carpenters. Upon completion of your Australian Carpentry skills assessment you will receive your Australian Certificate III in Carpentry which is required to obtain the relevant registration and licenses you need for whichever […]

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How long does your Australian Carpentry skills assessment last?

Your TRA Carpenter skills assessment is valid for 3 years from the date the skills assessment is issued. This means you need to have received your Invitation to Apply for the Visa before the 3 years is up. As part of the Carpentry skills assessment you will receive an Australian Certificate III in Carpentry. This […]

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Why is a Carpenter skills assessment required?

A skills assessment is required so you, the migrant, can apply for a visa to Australia. The skills assessment is the way Australian Immigration can confirm that you are a Carpenter, and have the relevant Carpentry skills to match the Australian guidelines.

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