�� What Are Blue-Collar Courses?

Vocational education programs covering skilled trades like:
��️ Construction & Carpentry (Carpenter, Painter)
�� Automotive (Electrician, Mechanic)
⚡ Electrical & Welding
���� Commercial Cookery
�� Early Childhood Education & Aged Care
�� Massage Therapy
�� Community Services & Nursing

 

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�� Course Levels & Pathways

Level	Duration	Purpose
Cert III/IV	1-2 years	Meets skills assessment for migration
Diploma/Advanced Diploma	1.5-2.5 years	Higher qualifications, some link to university degrees

 

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✅ Entry Requirements

✔ Academic:

Cert III/IV: Australian Year 11 equivalent (Chinese high school Year 2 completion).

Diploma+: High school graduation.

✔ English:

Standard: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent).

Language Bridging Options:

20-week ELICOS: IELTS 5.0+

10-week ELICOS: IELTS 5.5+
⚠️ Higher for nursing/childcare (e.g., IELTS 6.5).

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✔ Age:

Minimum 18 years (some accept 17+ with guardian arrangements).

 

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⏳ Course Duration

Course Type	Typical Duration
Cert III	1 year
Cert IV	1-1.5 years
Diploma	1.5-2 years
Advanced Diploma	2-2.5 years

�� CRICOS Requirement: Minimum 92 weeks (2 years) for 485 visa eligibility.

 

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�� Why Choose Blue-Collar Courses?

1️⃣ Lower Entry Barriers: No high IELTS/university entrance exams.
2️⃣ Faster PR Pathway: Complete PSA + JRP in ~3 years.
3️⃣ High-Demand Jobs: Chefs, electricians, carpenters are priority occupations.

 

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⚠️ Key Considerations

MLTSSL vs. STSOL: Only MLTSSL trades qualify for 485 visa → PR.

TRA Assessment: Must complete JRP with registered employers.

State Nomination: Some states prioritize trades for 190/491 visas.

 

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�� Next Steps

Pick an MLTSSL Trade (e.g., Chef, Electrician).

Enroll in a CRICOS-Certified Course.

Start PSA Immediately After Graduation.

Need Help? Consult a registered migration agent to plan your pathway!

�� Useful Links:

TRA Skills Assessment

CRICOS Courses