Skills Assessment for RSMS - DO I NEED ONE??!!

[dollbr]

I was pretty sure that I didn't need one, but now I'm not so sure. I have started the online application for my 187 visa and on page 11, it asks if I have a skills assessment. In the info for this question, it says that for the RSMS direct entry, a skills assessment is required for overseas qualified tradespeople at ANZSCO skill level 3.

 

I have been nominated as 'Hotel Service Manager', specialising as front office manager, which according to ANZSCO is skill level 3:

 

http://www.abs.gov.au/ausstats/abs@.nsf/lookup/91290F0C00EF0445CA2575DF002DA5AB?opendocument

 

I studied for 2 years in England for a Foundation Degree in Hotel and Catering Management, which is equivalent to NVQ L5 or an Australian Diploma / Advanced Diploma.

 

I have also previously discussed this with a migration agent, who said: ''Hotel Service Manager does not require a Skills Assessment but Olivia will need to demonstrate she meets the skill level to apply under that occupation.

Hotel Office Manager requires Olivia to show evidence of Certificate III equivalent including at least 2 years' experience. At least 3 years' experience can however substitute the formal qualification.''

Any help / advice / direction would be appreciated, was i've already trawled the internet for answers.

[dollbr]

I have since spoken to DIBP and found out that I don't need one - PHEW!!!!!