Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
Feb 4th 2008, 2:16 pm
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Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
I have my ONC / NVQ 3 & advanced modern apprentice in Electrical engineering BUT need to know what they all equate to and what my HNC be in comparison.
I would like to apply on a skilled visa as Electrical Engineer Associate rather than Technician.
Any help greatly accepted.
I would like to apply on a skilled visa as Electrical Engineer Associate rather than Technician.
Any help greatly accepted.
Feb 4th 2008, 2:29 pm
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Re: Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
Hi andymo.
I have been informed that an HNC is equivalent to an AQF Diploma, certainly in my field of work, I presume that it is the same across the board.
I have been informed that an HNC is equivalent to an AQF Diploma, certainly in my field of work, I presume that it is the same across the board.
Feb 4th 2008, 3:12 pm
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Re: Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
OH has an HNC, a BTEC National Diploma and a DipHE but I'm still not sure if he has enough!
Feb 4th 2008, 3:37 pm
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Re: Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
I have a BTEC HNC in Building Studies. I'm an Architectural Technician.
Well, I've been told Vetassess see them as an AQF Diploma, I will find out soon enough lol.
Well, I've been told Vetassess see them as an AQF Diploma, I will find out soon enough lol.
Feb 4th 2008, 4:03 pm
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Re: Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
Feb 4th 2008, 4:08 pm
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Re: Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
We've applied for Craig's skills assessment with VETASSESS, is that the same as you?
Fingers crossed!
Fingers crossed!
Feb 4th 2008, 4:38 pm
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Re: Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
I've not applied yet , Craig is way ahead of me. I'm still trying to get my head around what I need and best route to get me there.
Good luck with yours.
Andy
Feb 4th 2008, 5:15 pm
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Re: Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
Is an AQF certificate III higher than a AQF diploma?
I have an NC/HNC/HND electronics and dont know how they rate against theres.
I have an NC/HNC/HND electronics and dont know how they rate against theres.
Feb 4th 2008, 5:19 pm
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Re: Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
Dont know if this helps but I found this on another thread
"Just posting some information on the recognition of UK quals as there is conflicting information on earlier posts as the situation has changed a couple of times over the last 2 years.
the first changes came around November 2005, the main changes were that BTEC National Certificates and NVQ III Certificates were then recognised as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma. Unfortunately, these two main concessions were reversed in November 2006 and they are both now only equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV. Also "downgraded" to AQF Cert IV level were:
ONC, TEC, BEC National Certificate
BTEC National Diploma
OND, TEC Diploma, BEC National Diploma
So the only UK "Certificate" that is still assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma is the HNC - which is actually assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Advanced Diploma.
Just because your highest qualification equates to an Australian AQF Certificate IV and not an AQF Diploma does not necessarily mean you can not get recognised by VETASSESS for 40 points. Your agent may be able to formulate a strategy around this as there is no legal requirement that you must have at least a Diploma equivalent qualification to migrate to Australia under the skilled migration program.
Regards
Tony Coates
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"Just posting some information on the recognition of UK quals as there is conflicting information on earlier posts as the situation has changed a couple of times over the last 2 years.
the first changes came around November 2005, the main changes were that BTEC National Certificates and NVQ III Certificates were then recognised as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma. Unfortunately, these two main concessions were reversed in November 2006 and they are both now only equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV. Also "downgraded" to AQF Cert IV level were:
ONC, TEC, BEC National Certificate
BTEC National Diploma
OND, TEC Diploma, BEC National Diploma
So the only UK "Certificate" that is still assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma is the HNC - which is actually assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Advanced Diploma.
Just because your highest qualification equates to an Australian AQF Certificate IV and not an AQF Diploma does not necessarily mean you can not get recognised by VETASSESS for 40 points. Your agent may be able to formulate a strategy around this as there is no legal requirement that you must have at least a Diploma equivalent qualification to migrate to Australia under the skilled migration program.
Regards
Tony Coates
MARN 0635896 "
Feb 4th 2008, 5:32 pm
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Re: Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
From what I can gather the AQF certificates I-IV cover a variety of trades and industries . i.e an Electrical engineer technician needs to meet a AQF certificate IV but an electrical engineer associate (higher level) needs a AQF diploma.
So I guess the answer to your question is the Diploma & Advanced Diploma is higher.
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Feb 4th 2008, 5:39 pm
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Dont know if this helps but I found this on another thread
"Just posting some information on the recognition of UK quals as there is conflicting information on earlier posts as the situation has changed a couple of times over the last 2 years.
the first changes came around November 2005, the main changes were that BTEC National Certificates and NVQ III Certificates were then recognised as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma. Unfortunately, these two main concessions were reversed in November 2006 and they are both now only equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV. Also "downgraded" to AQF Cert IV level were:
ONC, TEC, BEC National Certificate
BTEC National Diploma
OND, TEC Diploma, BEC National Diploma
So the only UK "Certificate" that is still assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma is the HNC - which is actually assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Advanced Diploma.
Just because your highest qualification equates to an Australian AQF Certificate IV and not an AQF Diploma does not necessarily mean you can not get recognised by VETASSESS for 40 points. Your agent may be able to formulate a strategy around this as there is no legal requirement that you must have at least a Diploma equivalent qualification to migrate to Australia under the skilled migration program.
Regards
Tony Coates
MARN 0635896 "
"Just posting some information on the recognition of UK quals as there is conflicting information on earlier posts as the situation has changed a couple of times over the last 2 years.
the first changes came around November 2005, the main changes were that BTEC National Certificates and NVQ III Certificates were then recognised as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma. Unfortunately, these two main concessions were reversed in November 2006 and they are both now only equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV. Also "downgraded" to AQF Cert IV level were:
ONC, TEC, BEC National Certificate
BTEC National Diploma
OND, TEC Diploma, BEC National Diploma
So the only UK "Certificate" that is still assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma is the HNC - which is actually assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Advanced Diploma.
Just because your highest qualification equates to an Australian AQF Certificate IV and not an AQF Diploma does not necessarily mean you can not get recognised by VETASSESS for 40 points. Your agent may be able to formulate a strategy around this as there is no legal requirement that you must have at least a Diploma equivalent qualification to migrate to Australia under the skilled migration program.
Regards
Tony Coates
MARN 0635896 "
Looks like you've found the answer to my question.
Would rather NVQ3 been equivalent to a diploma but such is life, just need to keep up the studies.
Cheers
Andy
Feb 28th 2008, 7:01 am
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Re: Is the HNC equivalent to a AQF Diploma?
Dont know if this helps but I found this on another thread
"Just posting some information on the recognition of UK quals as there is conflicting information on earlier posts as the situation has changed a couple of times over the last 2 years.
the first changes came around November 2005, the main changes were that BTEC National Certificates and NVQ III Certificates were then recognised as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma. Unfortunately, these two main concessions were reversed in November 2006 and they are both now only equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV. Also "downgraded" to AQF Cert IV level were:
ONC, TEC, BEC National Certificate
BTEC National Diploma
OND, TEC Diploma, BEC National Diploma
So the only UK "Certificate" that is still assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma is the HNC - which is actually assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Advanced Diploma.
Just because your highest qualification equates to an Australian AQF Certificate IV and not an AQF Diploma does not necessarily mean you can not get recognised by VETASSESS for 40 points. Your agent may be able to formulate a strategy around this as there is no legal requirement that you must have at least a Diploma equivalent qualification to migrate to Australia under the skilled migration program.
Regards
Tony Coates
MARN 0635896 "
"Just posting some information on the recognition of UK quals as there is conflicting information on earlier posts as the situation has changed a couple of times over the last 2 years.
the first changes came around November 2005, the main changes were that BTEC National Certificates and NVQ III Certificates were then recognised as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma. Unfortunately, these two main concessions were reversed in November 2006 and they are both now only equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV. Also "downgraded" to AQF Cert IV level were:
ONC, TEC, BEC National Certificate
BTEC National Diploma
OND, TEC Diploma, BEC National Diploma
So the only UK "Certificate" that is still assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Diploma is the HNC - which is actually assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF Advanced Diploma.
Just because your highest qualification equates to an Australian AQF Certificate IV and not an AQF Diploma does not necessarily mean you can not get recognised by VETASSESS for 40 points. Your agent may be able to formulate a strategy around this as there is no legal requirement that you must have at least a Diploma equivalent qualification to migrate to Australia under the skilled migration program.
Regards
Tony Coates
MARN 0635896 "
Hi Tony,
Were is this thread? Where is this information from. I cannot find this on the Australia CEP site. Seeing this link as meme pointed out - which states BTEC ND is equivalent after checking CEP on 4th July 2006. Surely the Australia Training system/education could not have changed so quickly Again!!!
I am sending of ACS application with my ND Diploma and 12 years IT, Cisco and firewall certs - Looking at the ACS site they say 50% or more IT content. I believe the 50% is fine!??!?
Core modules:
IT Applications
IT Fundamentals
Business Systems
Installation and maintenance of IT systems
The ACS process is so FLUFFY. its sooooooooo anyoying!! will send of on Friday and see!
