The Education Agent Training Course (EATC)—originally developed by PIER and now delivered by ICEF Academy—is a comprehensive, online, self-paced course designed specifically for education agents focusing on student recruitment to Australia. It covers key aspects of the Australian education system, visa regulations, agency operations, and professional ethics.
Passing the final exam grants you the QEAC certification—a valuable credential signalling expertise in guiding international students to success in Australia.
Course Details
- Duration: 50 hours (3 hours/week over 16 weeks)
- Format: Self-paced modules with reading, quizzes and case studies
- Cost: Free access to course content; exam fee is €295 (Special discount for AAERI members at €99 only) to avail this offer please fill this form. CLICK HERE
Core Modules & Learning Outcomes
Participants study four main areas:
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Australian Education System:
Covers AQF levels, VET, universities, ELICOS, and career pathways. -
Legislation & Regulation:
In-depth coverage of ESOS Act, National Code, CRICOS, PRISMS, visa requirements, student responsibilities, privacy, and appeals. -
Working Effectively:
Agent-student engagement, pastoral care, marketing best practices, and document management. -
Ethics:
Ethical standards, emerging bad practices, and real-world case studies to reinforce integrity.
Certification — QEAC
- To earn the Qualified Education Agent Counsellor (QEAC) certificate, you must pass the EATC exam (online) – this is a requirement for AAERI membership too.
- Exam Requirements: Pass mark usually 80% or higher.
- Result Timeline: Online exams yield immediate results and certification is issued within ~7 business days.
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