Relocating interstate is something we Australians love doing. Whether it’s just to see what it’s like elsewhere in the country, to get more experience or to build a life for ourselves in an area that suits us better, moving interstate is a must-do for some of us.
Around 400,000 Aussies move interstate each year – about 1.6% of the population. So, if you’re thinking about moving interstate, whether it’s in the near future or down the track, you want to get your moving prep right. Part of this lies in studying a course that’s nationally accredited. Here’s why:
What is a nationally accredited course?
A nationally accredited course is one that’s recognised in all states and territories of Australia. It allows you to work anywhere in Australia, proving to employees that you’re qualified to do the job for which you studied. Now, you may be thinking: aren’t all courses nationally accredited?
Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. That’s why you need to look deeply into choosing a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that’s nationally accredited.
Not all courses are nationally recognised
While most university and TAFE courses are nationally accredited, it’s not quite the same for independent Registered Training Organisations. Some RTOs do not meet the standards to have their courses nationally accredited, which presents huge problems for students of these institutions.
Let’s say you studied at one of these facilities, unbeknownst to you that they didn’t offer nationally recognised courses. If you ever planned on moving interstate, your qualification wouldn’t hold up, and you’d have to either find a job in a different field or start your studies all over again.
Wider opportunities
Choosing an RTO that offers nationally accredited courses, like Construction Training International, gives you wider employment opportunities. You won’t have to stress about whether your qualification is recognised in the place you’re moving to; their courses are recognised across the whole country.
Investing for the future
You may be looking to move interstate now, in a couple of years or maybe even never. But regardless of your position, you should always choose an RTO that offers nationally accredited courses. Even if you think you’ll want to stay in Melbourne forever because friends and family are here, plans can change over time and you might find yourself moving to a different state for work. That’s part of the reason why nationally accredited courses are the way to go – you’re investing in your future.
Better quality courses
Courses that are nationally recognised meet the high standards that have been set out by the national governing bodies of the industry. This means they’re of a higher quality than those that aren’t recognised.
All of Construction Training International’s courses are fully nationally accredited, meaning your future is set when you choose them for your construction qualification. CTI provide the best training in Victoria in all areas of construction. Contact the team to find out more and enrol today.
