Do you want the inside knowledge of TRA processing times for the Job Ready Program? We have hundreds of clients moving through the program and have a clear understanding of what the current wait times are.
Job Ready Program Processing Times - June 2024
Provisional Skills Assessment (PSA) - 4-6 weeks
JRP Step 1 - Job Ready Employment (JRE) - 8-9 months from JRE Start Date (not including prior hours).
For example, if you started the program in September 2023, you can expect to receive an invitation to the Workplace Assessment in May/June 2024.
6 Month Processing/JRWA Invitation - Currently open for JRE Start Dates Aug/Sept 2023
TRA has changed the way that they process applications.
Look at your JRE Start Date (not including prior hours). The current processing period open is JRE Start Dates of Aug/Sept 2023.
If your JRE Start Date is after these dates (Oct/Nov 2023) you will need to wait.
For example, if you started the program in September 2023, you can expect to receive an invitation to the Workplace Assessment in May/June 2024.
6 month Processing Stages
Stage 1 Processing: Prior hours are accepted/not accepted
Stage 2 Processing: Assessing SPR/ECF/Payslips
Stage 3 Processing: Invited to JRWA
JRP Step 2 - Job Ready Workplace Assessment (JRWA) - 4-5 months
Apply for assessment
TRA rings you to confirm information (within 4 weeks)
Application is passed onto an assessor
Assessor contacts you to book the assessment (within 60 days of TRA call)
Result is emailed to you roughly 1.5 months after assessment, but can take up to 12-14 weeks
12 Month Processing - Currently open for JRE Start Dates Jan/Feb 2023
TRA has changed the way that they process applications.
Look at your JRE Start Date (including prior hours). The current processing period open is JRE Start Dates of Jan/Feb 2023.
If your JRE Start Date is after these dates (March/April 2023) you will need to wait.
JRP Step 3 - Job Ready Final Assessment (JRFA) - Within 45 days
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Average Job Ready Program Time - 15-18 months
(with processing times)
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Because of these extended wait times, it is very important to:
Begin your Job Ready Program (JRP) before or soon after receiving your 485 visa.
Take limited time off (annual leave, sick leave, personal leave) during the program.
Avoid changing employers often as it can cause gaps in employment.
If you need assistance with the Job Ready Program (JRP) or have any questions, please DM us on Facebook (link below).
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