I am from overseas - can you give me information on getting a job in Australia?
The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) will be able to assist you with your enquiry.
You can also visit the International Skills page of the SkillsInfo website for more resources.
I am looking for a job - can you help me?
You can register as a job seeker at the Australian JobSearch website as well as search for current vacancies in your State and local region.
You can also visit the Occupations and Careers and Employment Services quick links of the SkillsInfo website for more resources on obtaining employment.
Can I find out about the employment prospects for a particular job?
The Job Outlook website contains a wealth of information, including future job prospects, for over 400 different occupations. Click on ‘Vacancies for this Occupation’ to search for vacancies in your region or ‘Find Training for this occupation’ to explore local education and training opportunities.
You can also access the Australian Jobs publication, which provides an overview of job prospects.
How do I find training for a particular occupation?
A good starting point would be to visit the National Training Information Service (NTIS) website, the database on vocational education and training in Australia. In particular, NTIS provides a Search and Browse function that allows you to find training courses and qualifications in one or many states. Simply click on the following link to go to the search page: http://www.ntis.gov.au/Default.aspx?find.
You should also visit the Australian Training website, which allows you to search for education and training courses for over 400 different occupations and to find training courses within your State and region.
How do I find out more about the Productivity Places Program?
For more information, please refer to the Productivity Places Program website at: http://www.productivityplaces.deewr.gov.au/job_seekers.htm
You can also contact the Skilling Australia Contact Centre on 13 38 73 or email: productivityplaces@deewr.gov.au
How do I find out more about eligibility for an Australian Apprenticeship?
You can find out about Australian Apprenticeships, including eligibility criteria, by visiting www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au or by telephoning 13 38 73.
How do I find out which skills are in shortage?
The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace relations (DEEWR) compiles State/Territory Skill Shortages Lists based on labour market research undertaken by DEEWR. Click on the following link to view the most recent Skill Shortages List.
How can I access career counselling?
The Australian Association of Career Counsellors (AACC) website has a search facility for career practitioners in different regions.
To assist with your career, you can also access the Australian Jobs publication which provides an overview of job prospects.
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