VETASSESS Skills Assessment – General Professional Occupations
Your Pathway to Skilled Migration for Over 200 Non-Trade Occupations
VETASSESS is Australia’s largest assessing authority for general professional occupations, covering more than 200 roles across management, business, arts, science, social services, hospitality, and technical fields.
If your occupation does not fall under engineering, IT, nursing, accounting, or trades, it is highly likely assessed by VETASSESS.
At ABEE’S Consultancy (MARN: 2217775), we assist clients in understanding their eligibility, preparing compliant evidence, and lodging VETASSESS applications correctly.
What Is VETASSESS?
What VETASSESS evaluates
VETASSESS (Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services) is authorised by the Australian Government to evaluate:
- The level of your qualification
- The relevance of your qualification
- The skill level of your work experience
- The relevancy of your employment duties to your ANZSCO occupation
Why a positive outcome matters
A positive VETASSESS outcome confirms that your skills meet Australian standards—an essential requirement for skilled visas such as 189, 190, 491, 485 (Graduate Work), and employer-sponsored pathways in some cases.
At ABEE’S Consultancy
We guide you through eligibility, evidence preparation, and correct lodgement of VETASSESS applications.
Occupations Assessed by VETASSESS
VETASSESS divides occupations into six groups, each with different qualification and experience requirements:
Group A – Highly Skilled Roles (Bachelor Level Minimum)
Examples:
- Management Consultant
- Marketing Specialist
- Environmental Consultant
- Human Resource Adviser
Group B – Professional Roles (Bachelor Degree + Relevant Work Experience)
Examples:
- Program/Project Administrator
- Office Manager
- Contract Administrator
- Quality Assurance Manager
Group C – Technician/Supervisory Roles (Diploma Level)
Examples:
- Technical Sales Representatives
- Service Managers
Group D – Skilled Technical Roles (Diploma/Advanced Diploma)
Examples:
- Tourism & Hospitality Supervisors
- Real Estate Representatives
Group E – Administrative Roles (Certificate IV/Diploma)
Examples:
- Contact Centre Manager
- Property Manager
Group F – Customer Service & Hospitality Roles
Examples:
- Retail Supervisor
- Hospitality Supervisor
Eligibility Requirements
1. Qualification Requirements
Your qualification must be comparable to the required AQF level for your occupation group. If your degree is not closely related to your nominated occupation, additional work experience may be needed to compensate.
2. Skilled Employment Requirements
VETASSESS usually requires 1–3 years of post-qualification experience, depending on your occupation group.
Your professional experience must be:
- Paid
- Relevant
- Performed at the skill level of the occupation
- Within the past 5–10 years (depending on the occupation)
3. Relevance of Duties
Your job responsibilities must align with the ANZSCO tasks for your nominated occupation. Duties that do not match ANZSCO will not be counted as skilled experience.
Documents Required
Identity Documents
- Passport
- Photograph
- Name-change evidence (if applicable)
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Detailed course syllabus (if requested)
Employment Evidence (Most Important)
VETASSESS requires strong evidence such as:
- Employer reference letters
- Detailed position descriptions
- Payslips (recommended 6–12)
- Bank statements showing salary deposits
- Tax returns / Form 16 / PF statements
- Employment contracts
- Organisational charts
- Statutory declarations (only when allowed & supported by strong evidence)
Other Documents
- CV / Resume
- Licenses (if applicable)
Note: Incomplete evidence often leads to negative outcomes, making professional guidance crucial.
VETASSESS Process – Step-by-Step
Select the Right ANZSCO Occupation
Choosing the correct occupation is critical. The wrong occupation can result in:
- Immediate rejection
- Delays
- Inability to receive visa invitations
Understand Your Occupation Group (A–F)
Each group has different minimum qualification level, experience requirements and relevance rules. We help you understand your group and what evidence is required.
Gather Documentation
This includes qualification documents, employment reference letters, payslips, bank statements, tax evidence, employment contracts and position descriptions. We guide you on correct formatting, content, and evidence requirements.
Prepare Reference Letters
Employment reference letters must be:
- On company letterhead
- Signed by authorised management
- Detailed with exact duties
- Matching ANZSCO tasks
- Including work hours, salary, and employment dates
Submit the VETASSESS Application
Once your documents are ready, we assist you with creating your VETASSESS account, uploading documents correctly, completing forms accurately and lodging the application.
Wait for Outcome or RFI
If VETASSESS requires more evidence, they issue an RFI (Request for Further Information). We assist you in understanding the RFI, preparing extra documents and ensuring compliance with the request.
Receive Your Outcome
A positive assessment will confirm qualification equivalency, skill level, skilled employment years recognised and suitability for migration. This can then be used for visa applications.
Processing Time & Fees
Processing Times
Standard processing: ~10–12 weeks
Priority processing: 5–10 business days (extra fee)
Fees
Fees depend on assessment type (skill-only, skill + points test, 485 assessment).
Common Mistakes Applicants Make
Frequent pitfalls
- Selecting the wrong ANZSCO code
- Providing generic duty descriptions
- Not submitting strong salary evidence
- Relying only on reference letters (insufficient)
- Qualifications not related to occupation
- Overstating responsibilities
- Missing documents or poor formatting
These issues frequently lead to negative outcomes or delays.
How ABEE’S Consultancy Helps You
ANZSCO Selection Advice
We carefully review your profile and advise you on the most suitable occupation for assessment.
Guidance in Preparing Employment Reference Letters
We guide you in preparing compliant reference letters that align with VETASSESS and ANZSCO standards.
Document Preparation Guidance
We help you understand what documents are required and guide you in collecting, organising, and presenting them correctly.
Qualification Relevance Review
We assess your educational background and advise whether it meets AQF requirements or if additional evidence is needed.
Application Assistance
We assist you in completing the forms, and preparing your application for submission.
RFI Support
If VETASSESS requests more information, we guide you on how to respond with appropriate supporting evidence.
Ongoing Migration Guidance
Once you receive a positive assessment, we also assist with your EOI, state nomination, and skilled visa strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a skills assessment take?
Most authorities take 4–12 weeks, depending on the occupation and workload.
How long is a skills assessment valid?
Generally valid for 3 years unless otherwise specified (e.g., some trades or 485 pathways).
Which visas require a skills assessment?
189, 190, 491, 186, 482, 485, 494 and more.
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