Education Managers nec

ANZSCO Code: 134499 / Group A

Education Managers are responsible for planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and coordinating educational policies. They offer advice and support to staff and students in educational institutions, ensuring smooth operation and adherence to educational standards.

This occupation group covers Education Managers not elsewhere classified.

Occupation Descriptions

educational policies. They offer advice and provide educational and administrative support to both staff and students within educational institutions.

This occupation group covers Education Managers not elsewhere classified.

Occupations considered suitable under this ANZSCO code:

Polytechnic Registrar
Project Coordinator (Education)
TAFE Registrar
University Registrar

Occupations not considered suitable under this ANZSCO code:

Faculty Head including Dean (University) and Head Teacher (TAFE)
Regional Education Manager, including School Administrator
Education Reviewer
Education Adviser
School Principal

These occupations are classified elsewhere in ANZSCO or are not at the required skill level.

Education Managers nec is a VETASSESS Group A occupation

For this occupation, a qualification equivalent to an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Bachelor’s degree or higher is required. The qualification should be in a field highly relevant to the nominated occupation.

To meet the criteria for a positive Skills Assessment outcome:

Applicants must have at least one year of highly relevant, post-qualification employment at an appropriate skill level completed within the last five years.

Applicants will not meet the required skill level if:

The qualification(s) are not at the required educational level.
The qualification(s) are not in a highly relevant field of study.
The employment was completed before the qualification was obtained.

A positive assessment of both qualifications and employment is necessary for a positive Skills Assessment outcome.

NOT ELSEWHERE CLASSIFIED (NEC)

For occupations classified as ‘nec’ (not elsewhere classified) by VETASSESS, applicants must ensure that their qualifications and employment are highly relevant to one of the occupation titles listed in the ANZSCO description for that specific occupation. If the occupation title is not found elsewhere in ANZSCO, it will be considered on a case-by-case basis as long as it is relevant to the ‘nec’ code.

When nominating an ‘nec’ occupation, applicants should ensure that their skills align with the sub-major group description provided in ANZSCO. VETASSESS conducts a case-by-case assessment to determine if the employment can be considered highly relevant to the classification.

If the employment is highly relevant to another ANZSCO occupation, it cannot be assessed against an ‘nec’ classification, regardless of whether the occupation is available for migration purposes. Applicants should provide a cover letter justifying the rationale for choosing an ‘nec’ category.

For highly relevant paid employment duration (20 hours or more per week):

One year of post-qualification paid employment (20 hours or more per week) highly relevant to the nominated occupation, at an appropriate skill level in the last five years before the date of application for a Skills Assessment.

Minimum years of employment highly relevant to the nominated occupation, completed at an appropriate skill level in the five years before the date of application for a Skills Assessment.

Qualification and Employment Criteria

Qualification

AQF Bachelor degree or higher degree.

This includes qualifications assessed at AQF Bachelor, Master and Doctoral level.

Other fields of study may be accepted on a case-by-case basis if the subsequent employment is highly relevant.

Highly relevant major fields of study include:

Education management
Educational leadership and management
Education

Employment

Highly relevant tasks for Education Managers may include:

Coordinating the educational, administrative, and financial aspects of an educational institution or department.
Researching, developing, implementing, reviewing, and evaluating educational and administrative policies.
Acting as a liaison between educational institutions, parents, and the broader community.
Providing advice on policies and procedures to staff and students.
Collaborating with academic and administrative staff to organize educational programs.
Identifying and addressing current and future needs for student and staff development.
Researching educational systems and monitoring new developments.
Researching and reporting on students’ needs resulting from curriculum implementation.
Developing and delivering training programs for teachers.

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Employment information

Education managers often provide advice, prepare reports, and advise senior management or committees on education strategies. They may also oversee educational systems at different levels, such as regional or district levels, and manage finances and resources for education. Relevant experience in education management is typically required for this role.

Generally speaking, applicants should be able to demonstrate that their role:

Is at a managerial level as described in ANZSCO.
Requires managing and directing educational policy and practice.
Is not classified elsewhere in ANZSCO.

Teaching roles with administrative duties will not be considered under this occupation.

Supporting Material for Assessment

When applying for a Skills Assessment, it’s crucial to provide ample evidence supporting your identity, qualifications, and employment claims. You can find a comprehensive list of required documents on the VETASSESSwebsite under Eligibility Criteria.

For managerial occupations, you must include an organizational chart with the following details:

Company letterhead
Your job position
Job positions of your superiors and subordinates, including all positions reporting to your immediate supervisor and your direct subordinates
Department’s location within the overall company structure

If you cannot obtain an organizational chart from your employer, you must submit a statutory declaration explaining the situation and why you’re unable to provide the information.

Additionally, provide a cover letter justifying your decision to choose an ‘nec’ category for your occupation.

How to apply

If you’re a professional considering migrating to Australia, it’s highly likely that you’ll need to undergo assessment by our organisation. We assess 360 different professional occupations, thoroughly examining your skills, experience, and qualifications to ensure they meet Australian standards.

1. Find

Find the VETASSESS occupation that best matches your abilities and experience.

2. Match

Match your skills and experience to your chosen occupation.

3. Prepare

Get ready to apply by preparing all the information and documents you need.

4. Apply

Apply online when you’re ready. If you’re still unsure, skills assessment support is available when you need it.