From July 1, 2009 trades people applying to live and work in Australia will be required to meet a higher level of English language ability than before.
English languages ability is assessed by the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), an internationally recognised system for assessing English ability. Prior to July 1, trades people required "vocational" level English to meet immigration requirements, but now must show that they have a "competent" level of English.
The change will make the English requirements for trades skills the same as all other occupations on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL). Research has shown that migrants who are proficient in English have better employment outcomes once they arrive.
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