For education agents seeking the QEAC certification, the Education Agent Training Course (EATC) is an industry-recognised online course on the Australian education system. Graduate as a Qualified Education Agent Counsellor (QEAC) and join a global network of over 11,000 education professionals.
Originally created and owned by PIER, and having undergone extensive updates, including recently announced legislation and regulation changes, the EATC provides counsellors with key information on Australia’s international education landscape, an in-depth study of the market, and tools to enhance professional development.
The EATC is delivered fully online for self-paced learning and includes readings, links to related resources, self-assessment quizzes and case studies.
What
The EATC is a modular, self-paced course with practice tests, that you can complete in 16 weeks with 3 hours of study per week.
Why
Taking the EATC helps you prepare for the industry-recognised EATC certification exam.
Who
This course is ideal for education agents seeking to specialise in Australia as a study abroad destination.
Australia, the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), VET qualifications (Vocational Education and Training) and career trends.
Legislation and Regulations (REG) such as the ESOS Act, the National Code of Practice 2018 and the Migration Act 1958.
Working effectively in international education (WEF).
Professional standards and ethics (ETH).
Education agents who wish to further their professional development and focus on Australia as a study destination are encouraged to take the EATC. The course offers updated information on the Australian education system and studying in Australia, which benefits both new and current agents.
It explores key tools like the PRISMS database and the CRICOS register. By the end of the course, you will have a thorough understanding of the CRICOS Course Code, and be able to answer key questions such as what is a CoE, what does a CoE look like, and know how to extract crucial information from the CRICOS register.The EATC also provides a basic understanding of student visas including the evidentiary framework and processing requirements.
After completing the EATC course, you can take the QEAC certification exam, a formal test to become a certified agent. Successful graduates will receive a qualification badge with a unique ID number and a certificate confirming them as a Qualified Education Agent Counsellor (QEAC), with the recognition of being an ICEF-qualified Australia consultant for the international education industry. Graduates are also entered into the Qualified Education Agents (QEA) network, containing the names and company contact details of more than 16,000 qualified agents worldwide. ICEF and PIER-trained agents are sought after by education institutions worldwide.
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"The Education Agent Training Course (EATC) has provided me with invaluable knowledge about Australia's educational system. Exploring the diverse cities covered in the course has proven immensely beneficial to me."
Radhika Neupane Global Reach, India"Beyond providing me with a deep insight into the Australian education system, the Qualified Education Agent Counsellor certification has boosted my confidence to effectively counsel students in their study-abroad journey."
Ali Raza Ibrahim Study Consultant (SMC-PVT) Limited, Pakistan
"After earning the Qualified Education Agent Counsellor certification, I feel more confident in my ability to effectively counsel students and guide them towards achieving their academic and career goals in Australia."
Aakash Shrestha Right & Associates Pvt. Ltd., Nepal