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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 Advanced

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 Advanced

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 Advanced

German Teacher

A German Teacher instructs students in the German language, planning lessons, assessing progress, and organising cultural activities.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Indonesian Language Teacher

An Indonesian Language Teacher provides engaging instruction to develop students' skills in speaking, reading, and writing Indonesian.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Computational Linguist

A Computational Linguist develops algorithms for computers to understand language, using NLP, AI, and machine learning in various organisations.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Advanced

Chinese Interpreter

Chinese Interpreters translate spoken communications between Mandarin or Cantonese and English, aiding diverse organisations in effective communication.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

Russian Interpreter

Russian Interpreters convert spoken Russian into English and other languages, facilitating communication in various settings, from conferences to healthcare.

Avg yearly income $83,980
Skill level Advanced

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 Advanced

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 Advanced

Philosophy Teacher

A Philosophy Teacher instructs on philosophical theories, ethical dilemmas, and critical thinking, fostering independent thought through discussions and assessments.

Avg yearly income $118,040
Skill level Advanced

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 Advanced

French Teacher

A French Teacher instructs students in the language and culture, develops lesson plans, assesses progress, and collaborates with colleagues.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Foreign Language Analyst

A Foreign Language Analyst translates foreign materials and produces intelligence reports, requiring language proficiency and strong analytical skills.

Avg yearly income $109,200
Skill level Advanced

German Translator

A German Translator converts written content between German and English, ensuring accuracy and context while collaborating with clients and adapting materials for different audiences.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Japanese Translator

Japanese Translators are fluent in Japanese, skilled in kanji and kana, translating text, proofreading, and sometimes interpreting audio material.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Japanese Interpreter

Japanese Interpreters convert Japanese speech into English and other languages, facilitating communication in various settings like conferences, legal proceedings, and media.

Avg yearly income $69,992
Skill level Advanced

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 Advanced

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 Advanced

International Business Translator

An International Business Translator facilitates cross-language communication by translating documents, interpreting meetings, and ensuring clarity.

Avg yearly income $91,000
Skill level Advanced

Conference Interpreter Translator

Conference Interpreter Translators facilitate real-time communication at events by interpreting speeches, needing strong language skills.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Russian Translator

Russian Translators convert various texts, such as literature and technical manuals, into English and other languages for diverse organisations.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in language

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ICT30120

Certificate III in Information Technology
Online
12 months
$0 - $4,499
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Help Desk Support Data Entry Operator IT Support Officer
Service Desk Analyst Trainee IT Technician Software Tester Enterprise Architect Game Programmer Cloud Developer ICT Security Specialist Data Specialist Computational Linguist
+ 10 more
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.
German Translator Russian Translator International Business Translator
Conference Interpreter Translator
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
German Translator Russian Translator International Business Translator Conference Interpreter Translator + 1 more
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 Business (International Business)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $105,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Import/Export Manager International Banker International Trade Specialist
Supply Chain Manager Trade Manager Foreign Service Officer International Business Translator Global Management Consultant
+ 5 more

Bachelor of Computer Science
Blended, On Campus
3 - 6 years
$0 - $48,969
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Programmer Software Developer
Software Engineer PHP Developer Java Developer Analyst Programmer Senior Systems Engineer Solutions Designer Cloud Architect Sitecore Developer Integration Engineer Gameplay Programmer Applications Engineer .NET Developer Systems Designer Software Designer Computer Systems Engineer Computer Architect Firmware Engineer Computational Linguist Bioinformatics Scientist Senior Data Scientist Predictive Modeller
+ 21 more

Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 years
$0 - $92,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Primary School Teacher Vocational Education Trainer English Tutor
STEM Teacher
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Primary School Teacher Vocational Education Trainer English Tutor STEM Teacher + 1 more

Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Blended, On Campus
4 years
$0 - $34,680
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
High School Teacher Secondary School Teacher Vocational Education Trainer
English Tutor Dance Teacher Science Teacher German Teacher Humanities Teacher Philosophy Teacher Physics Teacher STEM Teacher Biology Teacher Italian Teacher
+ 10 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
Vocational Education Trainer Interpreter Translator German Teacher English Teacher Indonesian Language Teacher Language Tutor
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
EALD Teacher English Tutor ESL Teacher Vocational Education Trainer Interpreter Translator German Teacher English Teacher Indonesian Language Teacher Language Tutor + 6 more
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
Interpreter Translator Indonesian Language Teacher Language Tutor
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
EALD Teacher English Tutor ESL Teacher Interpreter Translator Indonesian Language Teacher Language Tutor + 3 more
PSP50922

Diploma of Interpreting
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 months
$0 - $6,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
German Translator Russian Translator International Business Translator
Conference Interpreter Translator
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
German Translator Russian Translator International Business Translator Conference Interpreter Translator + 1 more

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

Bachelor of Arts (Ancient History)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Academic Researcher Historian History Teacher
Historical Researcher Classics Teacher Archaeological Consultant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Academic Researcher Historian History Teacher Historical Researcher Classics Teacher Archaeological Consultant + 3 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
French Teacher Foreign Language Analyst Language Analyst Japanese Translator Japanese Interpreter Japanese Language Teacher Language Tutor Applied Linguist
+ 8 more
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