Australia Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) Training

Course Description

The Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa grants Australian permanent residence to skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer or state based entirely on a competitive points system and occupation list eligibility. Applicants must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect and wait for an invitation based on their points score against other candidates. This course covers the points table, occupation lists, skill assessments, EOI submission strategy, and post-PR settlement planning a core course for consultants supporting skilled migration clients targeting Australia.

What You'll Learn?

• Modules
  Module 1: Australia Skilled Migration & Points System
  General Skilled Migration (GSM) programme overview, Subclass 189/190/491 comparison, points test scoring table, minimum 65 points requirement, and factors that earn and lose points.
  
  Module 2: Subclass 189 Eligibility & Occupation Lists (MLTSSL)
  Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) requirement, occupation search process, age cap (under 45), English proficiency minimum, skills assessment requirement, and 2-year invitation window.
  
  Module 3: Skill Assessment Bodies & English Test Requirements
  ANZSCO occupation matching, key skill assessment bodies (ACS for IT, EA for engineers, VETASSESS, CPAA for accountants, AHPRA for healthcare), IELTS/PTE/OET score requirements, and reassessment options.
  
  Module 4: SkillSelect EOI Submission & Invitation Process
  My Skills account setup, EOI completion and submission, invitation rounds (bi-monthly), strategic points optimisation, updating EOI after invitation, and invitation acceptance within 60 days.
  
  Module 5: Visa Application, Health & Character Checks
  Full visa lodgement after invitation, document checklist, health examination panel physicians, police clearance from all countries of residence, and identity documents requirements.
  
  Module 6: Post-PR Settlement, Citizenship Path & Case Studies
  Permanent Resident travel facility, Medicare registration, pathway to Australian citizenship after 4 years, real 189 case study timelines, and points score trends in recent invitation rounds.