Briggs0102 Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 I'm thinking of lodging the 189/190 visa application but I have no idea if my certifications give me any points for the visa. So far I have: 30 points for me age 10 points for my work experience As it stands I would need another 20 which I can gain from the English exam. Does anyone know if I can gain any points from the following certifications: Cisco CCENT Cisco CCNA Cisco CCNA:Security BTEC IT Diploma in Networking (College level Diploma, level in between High School & University) If I can make up another 10 points some where, it makes the English exam a bit easier! Thanks a lot in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoanneV Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 What occupation are you applying under? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 I'm thinking of lodging the 189/190 visa application but I have no idea if my certifications give me any points for the visa. So far I have: 30 points for me age 10 points for my work experience As it stands I would need another 20 which I can gain from the English exam. Does anyone know if I can gain any points from the following certifications: Cisco CCENT Cisco CCNA Cisco CCNA:Security BTEC IT Diploma in Networking (College level Diploma, level in between High School & University) If I can make up another 10 points some where, it makes the English exam a bit easier! Thanks a lot in advance! There are possibly 10 points avail available. Take some professional advice from a registered migration agent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaggieMay24 Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 Did your ACS skills assessment not include any statement about your qualifications being deemed equivalent to a diploma, etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VicViP Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 (edited) I'm thinking of lodging the 189/190 visa application but I have no idea if my certifications give me any points for the visa. So far I have: 30 points for me age 10 points for my work experience As it stands I would need another 20 which I can gain from the English exam. Does anyone know if I can gain any points from the following certifications: Cisco CCENT Cisco CCNA Cisco CCNA:Security BTEC IT Diploma in Networking (College level Diploma, level in between High School & University) If I can make up another 10 points some where, it makes the English exam a bit easier! Thanks a lot in advance! Your CCNA Certificate would be useful when you are applying skill assessment through ACS. This assumes that you have all the necessary requirement such as skilled employment. Also, assuming that your BTEC IT Diploma in Networking was recognised and completed in Australia, then you are eligible for additional 10 points. edit: ref http://www.acic.com.tw/files/7PDF/points-tested-migration-fact-sheet.pdf Edited January 12, 2016 by VicViP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Briggs0102 Posted January 13, 2016 Author Share Posted January 13, 2016 This is excellent, thank you everyone. I phoned up ACS but they didn't seem to know much about certifications and told me that couldn't give me any advice regarding the visa points system. I'm not sure this is 100% correct though, I was possible through to the wrong department. I haven't done my skills assessment just yet, as I'm preparing for the English exam first. I understand that the ACS is a requirement for the 189 but not that 190, is that correct? Just to confirm, yes I am working in the IT (ICT/ IT&T) field. Thanks again everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Briggs0102 Posted January 13, 2016 Author Share Posted January 13, 2016 So it looks like my Cisco certifications count for nothing - A little disappointing considering every Microsoft cert counts (according to ACS). It looks as if my Advanced diploma will get me through though.... just need to lodge for the ACS now. It appears if that is successful, then it will give me 10 points towards my visa. I'm about 50/50 if it will be successful, so it's a risky 500 bucks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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