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Eligibility

To register for the Program, your Nominated Occupation must be:

  • Listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or Short-term Skilled Occupations List (STSOL). You can find this information on Skilled occupation list, noting TRA would be listed as the relevant Assessing Authority.
  • Directly relevant to your qualification and/or apprenticeship.
  • Directly relevant to your employment.

You are not eligible to apply for the Program if you are:

  • From a specified country of passport or occupation, which requires assessment through the TRA Offshore Skills Assessment Program.
  • Seeking an assessment in one of the following licensed occupations:
    • Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic.
    • Electrician (General).
    • Electrician (Special Class).
    • Plumber (General).
  • Applying for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485).
  • Applying for a Skills in Demand or Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482).
Help information box explaining what a nominated occupation is, with a question mark icon and explanatory text.

The Pathfinder tool on our website can help you find the correct assessment program for you.