Question 1

What are the eligibility requirements to apply for the Skills Assessment with Engineers Australia?

Accepted Answer

Eligibility requirements vary by skill category and engineering profession. In general, a recognized engineering degree, relevant work experience and English proficiency are required.

Question 2

What documents do I need to submit as part of my Skills Assessment application?

Accepted Answer

Typical documents include CVs, copies of academic degrees, transcripts, employment references, English proficiency tests and self-authored documents (career episodes, summary statement, CPD).

Question 3

How can I check if my engineering degree is recognized by Engineers Australia?

Accepted Answer

You can consult the list of recognized titles in the following link.

Question 4

What are the English proficiency requirements for the Skills Assessment?

Accepted Answer

Engineers Australia accepts English proficiency tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE Academic. The minimum scores are shown in the table below:

Question 5

Does Engineers Australia accept combined exam results?

Accepted Answer

In specific cases, multiple test results may be accepted, provided all results are valid at the time of application, and the required score has been achieved at least once in each module.A combination of multiple TOEFL iBT® or IELTS results may be accepted, but not a mixed combination of the two different tests.For example: It would be acceptable to provide the following test results, provided both tests are valid at the time of application.

Question 6

How long is the English test result valid?

Accepted Answer

Effective March 1, 2021, Engineers Australia accepts IELTS, TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic English test results for a maximum of three years from the date of the test at the time your application is received.

Question 7

How long does the Skills Assessment process with Engineers Australia take?

Accepted Answer

Processing time varies according to the number of applications at any given time, but generally takes several weeks or months.

Question 8

Can I update my application with Engineers Australia after submitting it?

Accepted Answer

You are not allowed to update your application after submitting it. However, if there are significant changes in your work experience or qualifications during the assessment process, you must inform Engineers Australia as soon as possible.

Question 9

How much work experience is required for the Skills Assessment?

Accepted Answer

Engineers Australia has no minimum work experience requirements. If you are taking the Skills Assessment for immigration purposes, you must have at least 3 years of work experience to gain a score on your Skilled visa application.

Question 10

I have limited engineering experience, can I still apply for an evaluation of my engineering degree?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can still apply. Please note that work experience is not a mandatory requirement. You may be able to demonstrate your competencies by referring to your undergraduate engineering degree and project/work experience elements of your academic studies.Please note that if you have relevant experience of twelve months or more, or if the work experience provides a basis for a Professional Episode, you must provide a letter of reference from the employer.

Question 11

I am not sure if my degree is accredited or not, what should I do?

Accepted Answer

Please check the International Engineering Alliance (IEA) website under the Qualification Checker to ensure that your qualification is accredited through the representative body of the signatory country.Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure that your qualification is indeed an accredited program before applying through the Accredited Qualifications pathway. Engineers Australia will not provide reimbursement if it is subsequently determined that your qualification is not accredited.

Question 12

What does “Fast Track” mean?

Accepted Answer

If you choose the "Fast Track" service, your application will be expedited and assigned to an appraiser on a priority basis. Once you have applied, your application will be evaluated and an evaluator will be assigned to you within 15-20 business days.You may select the Fast Track service option at the time you submit your application or you may submit your Fast Track service request online after submission. However, the time frame for receiving a result depends solely on the quality of the application submitted. This means that, if the application is complete and ready to be evaluated, it may be finalized within a few days after being assigned to a case officer. However, if the evaluator requires additional documentation, it will be up to you to provide that additional documentation as quickly as possible.Applications that are returned are assigned directly to the assessor and are not placed back in the queue. Engineers Australia is not responsible for the time it takes to finalize assessments due to incorrect or incomplete applications.

Question 13

What is the cost of Engineers Australia's fast-track service?

Accepted Answer

The additional charge for this service is AUD$357.50.

Question 14

What happens if I have different spellings of my names in different documents?

Accepted Answer

Generally, Engineers Australia will consider the name on your passport to be your official name.If there are discrepancies in your name on different documents, or if you are using different spellings of your names, you must provide official name change documents, which may include: Marriage certificate, publication in the official gazette, and an official letter or certificate issued by the Registrar.Please note that an Affidavit will not be accepted as an official name change document.

Question 15

What is the cost of the skills assessment before Engineers Australia?

Accepted Answer

The current cost of the Skills Assessment without validation of professional experience as of September 2023 is AUD $313.50Find other related costs below:ITEMSCOSTO EN AUDSkills Assessment$313.50Skills Assessment plus relevant employment assessment$742.50Skills Assessment plus PhD evaluation in engineering abroad$583Skills Assessment plus relevant job evaluation and overseas engineering PhD assessment$1012

Question 16

What are career episodes?

Accepted Answer

Career episodes are a crucial part of your Skills Assessment. A career episode is a detailed explanation of your engineering education and the skills you developed and applied throughout your degree and work experience. In them, you should indicate and explain how your competencies are appropriate for the projects you worked on.Basically, it is about showing all your engineering knowledge and skills. There are certain rules you should follow when writing a career episode:You must create 3 career episodes, each of 1500-2500 words.If possible, do not talk about teamwork. Engineers Australia wants to evaluate your individual contribution to the project.You should use first person narrative when writing the career episodes.Language should be clear and concise, without redundancy or unnecessary explanation.It can be a challenge to comply with all these points and write the episodes properly.

Question 17

What is a Summary Statement?

Accepted Answer

A summary statement is equally important as your career episodes and CPD (Continuing Professional Development); therefore, it should be written with the same intelligence and professionalism. It's essentially a cross-reference to the paragraphs you wrote in your career episodes. Therefore, it's necessary to number all the paragraphs in your career episodes.You should mention all your accomplishments in the summary statement and connect them to the corresponding career episodes. Make sure you write a single summary statement for all three career episodes.You can see that all the elements of a CDR report are lengthy and tedious. They require a lot of time and patience to write a good CDR report. Even if you choose to hire professional writers, it can take approximately 2 to 4 weeks to complete your report.

Question 18

What is CPD (Continuing Professional Development)?

Accepted Answer

A CPD is a record of all the formal and informal activities you have undertaken as part of your training for your nominated engineering occupation. EA looks for all those activities you have undertaken to acquire knowledge and progress your learning.The CDP should be in list format and follow a chronological order. It should be no longer than one page and include full details such as titles, location, date of activity, etc.

Question 19

How much time is required to write 3 career episodes, a summary statement and a CPD?

Accepted Answer

Preparing three career episodes, a summary statement and a CPD for your skills assessment is a laborious and time-consuming process. It is essential to thoroughly research and document each stage of your engineering education and experience. This can take several weeks or even months, depending on your availability and previous experience in creating technical reports.In addition, you must adhere to Engineers Australia's (EA) strict guidelines, which requires meticulous attention to detail and a thorough understanding of what is expected in each section. For this reason, we recommend considering the advice of experienced professionals to streamline the process and increase the chances of a successful approval.

Question 20

How can I get an EA-approved Career Episode for a Skills Assessment?

Accepted Answer

Getting a career episode approved by Engineers Australia (EA) for your Skills Assessment is a challenge that requires a solid understanding of the regulations and guidelines set by EA. You must prepare each career episode strictly following their criteria and ensure that they clearly demonstrate your technical skills and competencies. This involves presenting solid and specific evidence of your achievements in previous projects. Any deviation from EA's standards can significantly delay the approval process and put your application at risk.To increase your chances of success and avoid potential setbacks, it is highly advisable to seek the advice of professionals experienced in preparing such Career Episodes. With their experience, they can guide you through each step, ensuring that your documentation meets all requirements and increasing your chances of a quick and smooth approval by EA.

Question 21

How is my work experience evaluated during the Skills Assessment process?

Accepted Answer

Engineers Australia assesses the relevance and level of your work experience in relation to the selected occupation. Aspects such as the scope and complexity of the projects you have worked on are considered.

Question 22

How are my technical skills assessed during the Skills Assessment?

Accepted Answer

Engineers Australia assesses your technical skills by reviewing your educational background, work experience and supporting documents provided. Additional interviews or tests may also be conducted in some cases.

Question 23

How long does it take to review the documents submitted?

Accepted Answer

Review time may vary depending on the workload and complexity of your application. Engineers Australia makes efforts to process applications in a timely manner, but please note that it may take several weeks.

Question 24

Is the Skills Assessment with Engineers Australia required to apply for a migration visa?

Accepted Answer

Engineers Australia is one of the approved assessing agencies for certain Australian migration visas. Please refer to the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship (Home Affairs) website for specific visa requirements and accepted assessing agencies.

Question 25

How is international work experience assessed during the Skills Assessment?

Accepted Answer

Engineers Australia evaluates international work experience similarly to local experience. You are required to provide documents that support your roles and responsibilities, as well as an official English translation if the documents are in another language.

Question 26

Can I validate my work experience with Engineers Australia if I had periods of self-employment?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can, as long as you present all the supporting documentation that allows them to verify those periods of employment as an entrepreneur / self-employed / contractor / entrepreneur in your profession, including the responsibilities you were in charge of.

Question 27

What documents can I submit to validate my work experience with Engineers Australia as a self-employed person?

Accepted Answer

There are different types of supporting documents you can submit, such as: letters from clients or contractors, copies of invoices, business organization chart, official business registration, tax returns, and bank statements.At SkillsPRO we indicate which are the documents that will help you the most to get a positive result in the Skills Assessment.

Question 28

Is demonstration of technical competence required in the Skills Assessment?

Accepted Answer

Engineers Australia does not generally require demonstration of specific technical competence for the Skills Assessment. However, you must be able to demonstrate that your education and work experience have adequately prepared you to practice as an engineer in your specific profession.

Question 29

Is it necessary to renew the Skills Assessment after a period of time?

Accepted Answer

The Engineers Australia Skills Assessment does not have a specific expiration date. However, you may be required to provide updated information about your work experience and maintain your membership with Engineers Australia if you wish to use the Skills Assessment for migration purposes.The Engineers Australia Skills Assessment is generally valid for three years with Home Affairs from the date of issue. However, migration visas have additional requirements and may have different terms.

Question 30

Can I use the Skills Assessment to apply for different migration visas?

Accepted Answer

The Engineers Australia Skills Assessment is accepted for certain migration visas, such as the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190). However, migration visas have additional requirements and specific selection criteria.

Question 31

Can I attach certified copies to an online application?

Accepted Answer

No, Engineers Australia only accepts high-resolution color scans of original documents for online applications.

Question 32

How should I submit my documents for an online application?

Accepted Answer

All required documents must be high-resolution color scans of original documents and must have a resolution of at least 300 dpi. Certified and black and white documents are not accepted for online applications.Where documents are not in English, you must upload documents in the original language and their English translations. Documents that you have created yourself, such as career episodes or a CV, can be uploaded directly.

Question 33

What if your evaluator needs more documents?

Accepted Answer

Firstly, please ensure that you have provided all the requested documents listed in our MSA Prospectus in your application. Engineers Australia will make a decision based on the information and documents provided. There may be no further correspondence if there are deficiencies.In the event that your assessor requires further information or documents, a request for additional information will be sent to you via MyPortal, allowing you one month to address the deficiencies. You will find the details of your assessor's requests by clicking on “Provide additional information” and provide the additional information and relevant documents.Engineers Australia will make a decision on your application based on all information and documents submitted, including the additional information and documents.

Question 34

What happens if you are not satisfied with the result of your evaluation?

Accepted Answer

You can request a review of your application. The relevant forms and fees are available on our website. During a review, your application will be evaluated by an independent reviewer and you will be notified of the outcome of your review by email. A review can take up to eight weeks. A review can only be requested within three months of receiving the result of the original assessment.

Question 35

What happens if you are not satisfied with the outcome of your review?

Accepted Answer

If you are still not satisfied with the results of your review, you can request an appeal. The relevant forms and fees are available on our website. An appeal request can only be submitted after receiving a review result. Please note that if you file your appeal without a prior review, the appeal fee may be forfeited.During an appeal, your application will be reviewed by an Independent Review Panel of Professional Engineers. Engineers Australia will notify you of the results of your appeal by email.An appeal can take approximately nine months at this stage. An appeal can only be requested within six months of receipt of the original assessment outcome. Please note that the outcome of the appeal is FINAL in the review process.

Question 36

What does the paid resource library include?

Accepted Answer

Our paid resource library includes:Step-by-step guide for applying to the Skills AssessmentStep-by-step video guide for applying to the Skills AssessmentChecklist of Supporting Documents for applicationList of tips for receiving validation in record timeFormat and tips for creating Essays/Career EpisodesExample 1 of Essay/Career EpisodeExample 2 of Essay/Career EpisodeExample of Summary StatementFormat of Summary StatementCPD Statement FormatCPD Statement ExampleResume Format and tipsResume ExampleCover Letter Format and ExampleLabor Certification FormatLabor Certification Example (with tips)Labor Certification TemplateList of professions endorsed by Engineers AustraliaChecklist of residence visas that can be obtained with Skills Assessment

Question 37

I completed a master's degree in Australia, do I still need to take an English test to take the Skills Assessment?

Accepted Answer

If you completed an engineering degree in Australia, a two-year master's degree (92 weeks full-time), or a doctoral program at an Australian university, you do not need to take an English proficiency test to apply for your skills assessment.You will only need to provide a document certifying that you have successfully completed your degree in Australia.

Question 38

The profession of my university degree does not have the same name in the Engineers Australia list of qualifications, what do I do?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry, you can still homologate your profession in Australia. You just need to review in detail the functions of the ANZCO occupations list and find the one that most closely resembles your skills.Remember that Engineers Australia assesses skills, not university degrees.

Question 39

My work experience is not exactly related to my university degree, which one is valid and with which entity?

Accepted Answer

In Australia, university degrees are not recognized, skills are recognized. For example, a telecommunications engineer can be approved as an electronics engineer, a systems engineer as a telecommunications engineer, and an electronics engineer as a systems engineer.The occupation on the SOL (skilled occupation list) and your ANZCO tasks are the determining factors as to which entity should accredit an occupation. If you have performed 70% or more of the tasks in a specific ANZCO code, then that is your occupation in Australia.The university degree is not a factor in determining the occupation. So, the occupation that most closely relates to the activities you have performed, that is...!

Question 40

In my country, engineering takes four years. Can I still validate it with Engineers Australia?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in fact, in Australia engineering studies last 4 years.

Question 41

What type of translation do I need for my Skills Assessment documents?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking to do your Skills Assessment, it is important that your documents are officially translated, either in your home country or in Australia. However, if your ultimate goal is to obtain permanent residency, I recommend that you opt for NAATI translations. These will be useful for residency procedures without the need for additional translation.Please note that to apply for a skilled visa, you will require NAATI translations of:-Professional degree-Labor support documents, such as:-Letters of employment.-Proof of payments.-Bank statements.-Work history-Pension - health documents.We invite you to review which of our skillsPRO plans include the translation of some of your documents for your skills assessment application. In case you need an additional specific translation of a document that is not included in the plan, Entrelingo's translation services will provide you with a solution for the required documents.

Question 42

Do I need proof of English to be approved by ACS?

Accepted Answer

No, the Australian Computer Society (ACS) does not require English language testing for skills assessments.

Question 43

Can I use my thesis to create the essays?

Accepted Answer

Of course! You can use your thesis as a basis for creating essays. It is important to make sure that the information you include in your essays is closely related to the career you are seeking accreditation for.

Question 44

Can I take the Skills Assessment without professional experience?

Accepted Answer

Of course! You can take the Skills Assessment without professional experience and validate your academic qualifications. However, it's important to keep in mind that, for immigration purposes, at least three years of professional experience is required.

Question 45

Can I submit essays in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

You cannot, necessarily must submit your essays in English. This is why to make your application to Engineers Australia you must have an assessment of your English language ability. Remember that our skillsPRO plans will meet this requirement under the quality writing support required.

Question 46

Is my employment letter of use to me without the duties I performed?

Accepted Answer

A job description without detailed duties will not be valid for Engineers Australia. It must include at least five detailed duties as an engineer that are compatible with AZNCO.

Question 47

Will the Skills Assessment help me find a job as an engineer?

Accepted Answer

The Skills Assessment is highly valued by employers and increases your credibility as a professional. Although it is not a specific requirement in all job offers, mentioning it on your CV shows that you meet Australian standards and that your skills have been positively assessed.

Question 48

What type of visas can I apply for after taking the Skills Assessment?

Accepted Answer

After submitting the skills assessment you will be able to apply for different work visas in Australia, among the most common are:General Skilled Migration (GSM) visas: These visas include the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190).Employer Sponsored visas: Including the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) and the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (TSS).Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485): This visa is intended for international graduates who wish to gain work experience in Australia after completing their studies.For more details, I invite you to access our free resource library and download our complete guide of visas you can apply for with your skills assessment. However, this list may vary, so I recommend you check the specific requirements for each visa on the Home Affairs website.

Question 49

What is the guarantee offered by the SkillsPRO methodology?

Accepted Answer

At SkillsPRO, we guarantee we'll be with you until you receive your outcome letter. If Engineers Australia requests additional documentation, we'll provide the necessary support and guidance, even after you've submitted your application.

Question 50

Do I have to pay the full amount of the plan before starting?

Accepted Answer

You don't need to pay the full amount of the plan before starting. For the Ultimate and Premium packages, payment is split into two parts: an initial 50% deposit to access the service, and the remainder is due once we complete the service. If you have any questions about which plan is best for you, please contact us at skillspro@entrelingo.com.

Question 51

Who will I meet at the paid specialized consultancy?

Accepted Answer

In our paid consultancy you will meet with at least three qualified and highly experienced skills assessment engineers.

Question 52

How long does it take to deliver the essays?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the plan you have chosen, it will take us a maximum of three weeks to write your three essays once you select the topics and complete our survey.

Question 53

What does paid specialized consulting include?

Accepted Answer

Our paid consultancy gives you the opportunity to ask all the questions you have about your skills assessment process, document review and application itself. Our goal is to make sure that you make your application in the best possible way to get a positive response in the shortest possible time.

Question 54

What means will communication be used if it compromises a plan?

Accepted Answer

According to the plan you purchased, you will be provided with a number of progress consultations in your process. When you purchase one of our services, we will contact you and follow up with you through our email skillspro@entrelingo.com, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Question 55

What experience does the team in charge of my application have?

Accepted Answer

The team in charge of your application has more than 5 years of professional experience in helping other engineers to succeed in their skills assessment and to complete their application efficiently. You can review the full background of the team on our website here.

Question 56

How to get started?

Accepted Answer

To get started, take a profile assessment and learn about your opportunities by completing our eligibility survey to see if you meet the minimum requirements. Then, schedule a free consultation with SkillsPRO to clarify any questions you may have and evaluate the options we offer based on your specific needs.

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