Australian Computer Society Professional Year program to launch your career

Time to kick start your Australian career in ICT. Time to learn about the Australian Computer Society Professional Year program.

The ACS typically offers a program for former international students. As a matter of fact the program has been designed for the students who have graduated from a university within Australia and thus seeking permanent residency. The ACS Professional Year Program in Computing/ICT provides thus typically provides the additional pathway from university to employment within Australia. Upon the successful completion of a Professional Year program specified by the Minister, a participant may be awarded 5 points under the Skilled Occupation List (SOL).

It is more like a job-readiness program that equip you with the required professional skills for a successful career path in the Australian workforce.

The Australian Computer Society Professional Year is scheduled for a minimum of 44 weeks to a maximum of 52 weeks.

The Program delivers:

• 44 -52 weeks practical training + face to face study + workshops
• 12 week hands-on internship with a host company
• Access to networking opportunities

How do you check the status of my application?

The progress of your application for ACS Professional Year program can be tracked via the Application Status online using your application number and password.

How long is your result letter valid for?

All result letters are valid for 24 months from date of issue.

How many points will you be awarded?

While the ACS is authorized to assess ICT skills assessments, the final decision in awarding points remains with the Department of Immigration and Border Protection.

For more information please visit: 

http://www.indusinstitute.com.au/acs-professional-year-program.html

ACS Professional Year program and some frequently asked questions

Lot has been talked about the ACS Professional Year program. The goal is simple; to address Australia’s skills shortage through enhancing the employability of recent international graduates. Upon completion of the Australian Computer Society Professional Year the qualifying candidates becomes eligible to receive points towards their permanent residency under the Skilled Migration pathway.

ACS Professional Year program and some frequently asked questions

What is the Professional Year program in Computing/ICT?

This is basically a 44-52 week ‘job-readiness’ program. It has been introduced for assisting the former international students who have completed 2 years of study in Australia. The program thus helps them to obtain relevant workplace skills in their chosen occupation. The program has been strategically designed to effectively increase their employment skills and employability. The program thus helps in addressing Australia’s skill shortages in the ICT industry.

Are there other providers of the Australian Computer Society Professional Year program?

No! The Australian Computer Society stands as the only provider gazetted by the Minister for Immigration and Border protection.

Who can apply to do ACS Professional Year Program?

This is typically a job-readiness program. The program is aimed at former international ICT students who have been issued a 485 Skilled Graduate Visa.

What are the eligibility criteria?

To qualify for the ACS Professional Year Program, you must have:

• Completed an undergraduate or postgraduate award in Australia in ICT
• Hold or applied for a 485 visa (either stream)
• English language proficiency of IELTS score 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.0

Talking about the money matter here -

Program Fees

Full Fees

• $250 Non-refundable application fee
• $12600 due 1 week before commencement

Instalment plan

• $250 Non-refundable application fee
• $4500 due 1 week before commencement
• $2700 due week 8 of program before Friday 5pm
• $2700 due week 16
• $2700 due week 24

For more information please visit: 

http://www.indusinstitute.com.au/acs-professional-year-program.html