The PIER certificate, in fact, consists of specific training guaranteeing that the new consultant is able to:
– explain the differences between all the course levels
– give accurate advice about life in Australia
– apply concepts so as to give future career advice
– provide information about study courses all over Australia
The professional courses tend to be chosen mainly for these reasons:

– to learn a new profession or a skill you didn’t have
– round out your existing professional profile with a new area of study
– try out the world of tertiary studies without having to commit to a university context
– start or extend the Australian experience by adding an international educational title to your CV and cultural background

A good starting point is to familiarise yourself with the panorama of available courses, which can be found here: