What Is VETASSESS?

VETASSESS — Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services — is one of Australia's most widely used skills assessing authorities. Authorised by the Australian Government's Department of Home Affairs, VETASSESS evaluates professionals and tradespeople across more than 150 occupations.

Two Categories Assessed by VETASSESS

Professional and General Occupations: More than 150 knowledge- and expertise-driven roles across business, construction, hospitality, health, science, agriculture, arts, and education.

Trade Occupations: Selected practical trades assessed through documentary, technical, and—where required—practical stages.

Business & Management (30)

Actuary
Advertising Specialist
Company Secretary
Corporate Services Manager
Economist
Marketing Specialist
Financial Dealers nec
Financial Investment Adviser
Financial Market Dealer
Futures Trader
Management Consultant
Market Research Analyst
Organization and Methods Analyst
Specialist Managers nec
Stockbroking Dealer
Commodities Trader
Finance Broker
Financial Brokers nec
Financial Institution Branch Manager
Insurance Broker
Insurance Risk Surveyor
Office Manager
Personal Assistant
Secretary (General)
Insurance Agent
Insurance Investigator
Insurance Loss Adjuster
Internal Auditor
Financial Investment Manager
Records Manager

Construction & Manufacturing (28)

Construction Project Manager
Project Builder
Land Economist
Valuer
Landscape Architect
Other Spatial Scientist
Urban and Regional Planner
Metallurgist
Manufacturer
Production Manager (Manufacturing)
Quality Assurance Manager
Architectural Draftsperson
Building Associate
Building Inspector
Construction Estimator
Surveying or Spatial Science Technician
Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec
Civil Engineering Draftsperson
Civil Engineering Technician
Metallurgical or Materials Technician
Mine Deputy
Maintenance Planner
Building and Engineering Technicians nec
Interior Decorator
Contract Administrator
Industrial Designer
Program or Project Administrator
Safety Inspector

Hospitality & Retail (32)

Community Arts Worker
ICT Account Manager
ICT Business Development Manager
ICT Sales Representative
Importer or Exporter
Recreation Officer
Sales Representative (Industrial Products)
Sales Representative (Medical and Pharmaceutical Products)
Technical Sales Representative nec
Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec
Cafe or Restaurant Manager
Call or Contact Centre Manager
Conference and Event Organizer
Customer Service Manager
Facilities Manager
Fitness Centre Manager
Fleet Manager
Hair or Beauty Salon Manager
Hospitality, Retail and Service Managers nec
Hotel or Motel Manager
Hotel Service Manager
Real Estate Representative
Massage Therapist
Post Office Manager
Retail Manager (General)
Sports Centre Manager
Transport Company Manager
Travel Agency Manager
Call or Contact Centre Team Leader
Flight Attendant
Retail Buyer
Wholesaler

Science, Health & Agriculture (61)

Audiologist
Biotechnologist
Chemist
Environmental Research Scientist
Food Technologist
Geologist
Health and Welfare Services Managers nec
Health Promotion Officer
Industrial Pharmacist
Life Scientist (General)
Life Scientists nec
Naturopath
Nutritionist
Occupational Health and Safety Adviser
Orthoptist
Physicist
Psychotherapist
Agricultural Consultant
Agricultural Scientist
Biochemist
Careers Counsellor
Counsellors nec
Drug and Alcohol Counsellor
Family and Marriage Counsellor
Mathematician
Primary Health Organization Manager
Statistician
Student Counsellor
Medical Administrator
Environmental Manager
Health Information Manager
Pig Farmer
Agricultural Technician
Chemistry Technician
Health Practice Manager
Life Science Technician
Diversional Therapist
Pharmacy Technician
Veterinary Nurse
Apiarist / Beekeeper
Aquaculture Farmer
Beef Cattle Farmer
Cotton Grower
Crop Farmers nec
Dairy Cattle Farmer
Deer Farmer
Flower Grower
Fruit or Nut Grower
Goat Farmer
Grain, Oilseed or Pasture Grower
Grape Grower
Horse Breeder
Livestock Farmers nec
Mixed Crop Farmer
Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer
Mixed Livestock Farmer
Poultry Farmer
Sheep Farmer
Sugar Cane Grower
Turf Grower
Vegetable Grower

Arts & Education (32)

Education Managers nec
Judicial and Other Legal Professionals nec
Social Professionals nec
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
University Lecturer
Art Teacher (Private Tuition)
Arts Administrator or Manager
Copywriter
Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage)
Drama Teacher (Private Tuition)
Fashion Designer
Film and Video Editor
Graphic Designer
Human Resource Adviser
Illustrator
Journalists and Other Writers nec
Liaison Officer
Multimedia Designer
Music Teacher (Private Tuition)
Musician (Instrumental)
Policy and Planning Manager
Print Journalist
Private Tutors and Teachers nec
Research and Development Manager
Video Producer
Web Designer
Photographer
Dance Teacher (Private Tuition)
Dancer or Choreographer
Public Relations Professional
Recruitment Consultant
Workplace Relations Adviser

Trade Occupations (25)

Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
Automotive Electrician
Baker
Bricklayer
Cabinetmaker
Carpenter
Carpenter and Joiner
Chef
Cook
Diesel Motor Mechanic
Electronic Equipment Trades Worker
Electrician (General)
Electrician (Special Class)
Fitter (General)
Fitter and Turner
Hairdresser
Joiner
Metal Fabricator
Metal Machinist (First Class)
Motor Mechanic (General)
Panel-beater
Plumber (General)
Sheet-metal Trades Worker
Toolmaker
Welder (First Class)

Note: For trade occupations not covered by VETASSESS, Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) is the relevant authority.

VETASSESS Groups for Professional Occupations

VETASSESS divides professional occupations into Groups A through F, each with its own qualification and work-experience requirements.

Group A — Bachelor Degree or Higher (Highly Relevant Field)

The most direct route for degree-qualified professionals whose degree closely aligns with the nominated occupation.

Criteria

Bachelor degree or higher in a highly relevant field of study
At least 1 year of post-qualification relevant employment at an appropriate skill level within the last 5 years

Few occupations in this group: Actuary · Agricultural Consultant · Audiologist · Biotechnologist · Archaeologist · Construction Project Manager · Economist · Environmental Health Officer · Food Technologist · Internal Auditor

Group B — Bachelor Degree with Flexible Pathways

A Bachelor degree or higher is required, with alternatives for applicants whose field does not perfectly match the occupation.

Criteria

Highly relevant Bachelor + 1 year post-qualification experience in the last 5 years
Bachelor + additional highly relevant Diploma + 2 years’ post-qualification experience
Bachelor without a highly relevant field + 3 years’ post-qualification experience
Pre-qualification route: 5 years highly relevant employment + 1 year at an appropriate skill level in the last 5 years

Few occupations in this group: Advertising Specialist · Apiarist · Dairy Cattle Farmer · Web Designer · Production Manager · Policy Analyst · Multimedia Designer · Marketing Specialist · Laboratory Manager

Group C — Diploma or Advanced Diploma Level

For occupations where a Diploma or Advanced Diploma is the recognised entry-level qualification.

Criteria

AQF Diploma or higher in a highly relevant field + 1 year post-qualification experience
AQF Diploma + additional highly relevant Certificate IV + 1 year post-qualification experience
AQF Diploma without a highly relevant field + 2 years’ post-qualification experience
Pre-qualification route: 3 years highly relevant employment + 1 year at an appropriate skill level

Few occupations in this group: Agricultural Technician · Building Inspector · Architectural Draftsperson · Cafe or Restaurant Manager · Civil Engineering Technician · Interior Designer · Meat Inspector · Accommodation & Hospitality Managers nec

Group D — Certificate III or Certificate IV Level

For vocational occupations where a Certificate III or IV (or equivalent) is the standard qualification.

Criteria

Certificate IV in a highly relevant field + 1 year post-qualification experience
Certificate IV without a highly relevant field + 2 years’ post-qualification experience
Certificate III in a highly relevant field + 3 years’ post-qualification experience
Pre-qualification route: 3 years highly relevant employment + 1 year at an appropriate skill level

Few occupations in this group: Clinical Coder · Pharmacy Technician · Insurance Agent · Diversional Therapist

Group E — Diploma Level (Single Pathway, Clinical Roles)

A small, tightly defined group of specialist clinical support roles with one assessment pathway.

Criteria

AQF Diploma in a highly relevant field of study
At least 1 year of post-qualification relevant employment at an appropriate skill level within the last 5 years

Few occupations in this group: Anaesthetic Technician · Cardiac Technician · Medical Technicians nec

Group F — Certificate II Level

An entry-level vocational category covering a small number of animal care, sports coaching, and related occupations.

Criteria

Certificate II in a highly relevant field + 1 year post-qualification experience
Certificate II without a highly relevant field + 2 years’ post-qualification experience
Pre-qualification route: 3 years highly relevant employment + 1 year at an appropriate skill level

Few occupations in this group: Animal Attendants & Trainers nec · Gymnastics Coach or Instructor · Other Sports Coach or Instructor

Please note: Occupation lists and group requirements may change. Always verify the nominated occupation and current criteria directly with VETASSESS before lodging an application.

Assessment for Trade Occupations

Pathway 1 — No Recognised Australian Qualification: Applicants must demonstrate at least six years of employment with no formal training, or at least four years with relevant formal training.

Pathway 2 — Recognised Australian Qualification: Applicants provide an accepted Australian qualification or current Australian occupational licence; work experience is assessed alongside it.

Additional occupation-specific requirements may apply to licensed trades involving public safety.

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What type of occupation are you being assessed for?

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Assessment by VETASSESS

What Is VETASSESS?

Two Categories Assessed by VETASSESS

VETASSESS Groups for Professional Occupations

Group A — Bachelor Degree or Higher (Highly Relevant Field)

Group B — Bachelor Degree with Flexible Pathways

Group C — Diploma or Advanced Diploma Level

Group D — Certificate III or Certificate IV Level

Group E — Diploma Level (Single Pathway, Clinical Roles)

Group F — Certificate II Level

Assessment for Trade Occupations

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