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Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

English Tutor

An English Tutor helps non-native speakers improve their English skills, focusing on reading, writing, and speaking in individual or group settings.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

ESL Teacher

An ESL Teacher instructs non-English speakers in language skills, following TESOL programs and adapting lessons for diverse student needs.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

Language Specialist

Language Specialists are bilingual professionals facilitating cross-cultural communication for organisations, translating and interpreting complex dialogues.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Interpreter Translator

An Interpreter or Translator converts spoken, signed, or written language into another language, requiring fluency and flexibility to work in various settings like healthcare and courtrooms.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Unknown

Classics Teacher

Classics Teachers instruct secondary students in ancient Greek and Roman languages and cultures, developing lesson plans and engaging in regular teaching duties.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Language Teacher

Language Teachers offer private and group ESL classes, assessing skills, preparing materials, and grading coursework, often abroad.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Linguist

A Linguist studies language structures, analyses patterns, and develops theories, applying insights in research, translation, and language technologies.

Avg yearly income $85,280
Skill level Unknown

ELICOS Teacher

An ELICOS Teacher instructs international students in English, designing engaging lessons to improve their language skills for academic and professional success.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Unknown

EFL Teacher

An EFL Teacher helps non-native speakers improve their English skills through tailored lessons and engaging activities in various settings.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in language

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
11223NAT

Certificate IV in English for Academic Purposes
Blended
4 months
$7,060
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Tutor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Tutor
11022NAT

Certificate III in English for Further Study
Blended
4 months
$7,210
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
10985NAT

Certificate II in Routine English for Speakers of Other Languages
Blended
4 months
$4,380
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
10984NAT

Certificate II in Basic English for Speakers of Other Languages
Blended
4 months
$4,290
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
PSP60822

Advanced Diploma of Translating
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $6,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Interpreter Translator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Interpreter Translator
22638VIC

Certificate I in EAL (Access)
On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $4,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
22639VIC

Certificate II in EAL (Access)
On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $4,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
22645VIC

Certificate III in EAL (Further Study)
On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $3,915
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Trainee

Bachelor of Speech Pathology
On Campus
4 years
$0 - $47,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Speech Pathologist Language Specialist Speech Therapist
Paediatric Speech Pathologist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Speech Pathologist Language Specialist Speech Therapist Paediatric Speech Pathologist + 1 more

Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Blended, On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $67,699
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
EALD Teacher EFL Teacher ELICOS Teacher
ESL Teacher TESOL Teacher
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
EALD Teacher EFL Teacher ELICOS Teacher ESL Teacher TESOL Teacher + 2 more
11020NAT

Diploma of English Language Teaching (TESOL)
On Campus, Online
18 months
$0 - $4,860
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
EALD Teacher English Tutor ESL Teacher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
EALD Teacher English Tutor ESL Teacher
11021NAT

Certificate IV in English Language Teaching (TESOL)
On Campus, Online
12 months
$0 - $3,820
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
EALD Teacher English Tutor ESL Teacher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
EALD Teacher English Tutor ESL Teacher
PSP50922

Diploma of Interpreting
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 months
$0 - $6,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Interpreter Translator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Interpreter Translator

Bachelor of Arts (Ancient Greek)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Classics Teacher Interpreter Translator Language Specialist
Language Teacher
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Classics Teacher Interpreter Translator Language Specialist Language Teacher + 1 more

Bachelor of Arts (Applied Linguistics)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $39,591
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Language Teacher Writer Interpreter Translator
Communications Specialist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Language Teacher Writer Interpreter Translator Communications Specialist + 1 more

Bachelor of Arts (Arabic)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $39,177
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Language Teacher Researcher Interpreter Translator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Language Teacher Researcher Interpreter Translator

Bachelor of Arts (Asian Studies)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diplomat International Relations Officer Journalist
Policy Adviser Language Teacher Interpreter Translator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diplomat International Relations Officer Journalist Policy Adviser Language Teacher Interpreter Translator + 3 more

Bachelor of Arts (Chinese)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chinese Teacher Chinese Translator Interpreter Translator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chinese Teacher Chinese Translator Interpreter Translator

Bachelor of Arts (Chinese Studies)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $85,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chinese Translator Diplomat Interpreter Translator
Language Teacher
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Chinese Translator Diplomat Interpreter Translator Language Teacher + 1 more

Bachelor of Arts (Chinese Studies Advanced)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diplomat Interpreter Translator Language Specialist
Chinese Teacher Chinese Translator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diplomat Interpreter Translator Language Specialist Chinese Teacher Chinese Translator + 2 more
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