Kangan Institute 457 Visa Program
Sponsors under the subclass 457 visa program are required to meet training benchmarks. This can easily be done by contributing to a recognised scholarship fund. Kangan Institute scholarship fund is approved by the Department of Immigration & Citizenship (DIAC) as a recognised scholarship fund which satisfies training Benchmark A. We can accept contributions from 457 visa program sponsors and you can make your contribution on this page.
About Kangan Institute
Kangan Institute has a strong education reputation in Victoria, with a history that stretches back to 1925. Every year our 400+ courses (which include certificate, diploma, industry and short courses) build the skills of more than 40,000 students seeking practical and nationally accredited training. Our focus on real training has earned a formidable reputation with employers across the country. Employers know they will be able to count on our student's skills, knowledge and abilities once they have graduated from one of our programs.
We are the major training provider for the automotive, aerospace, polymer and transport industries and have built a strong presence in a range of industries such as fashion, business, hospitality, horticulture as well as justice and legal. As one of the largest providers of traineeship and apprenticeship training, Kangan Institute has strong relationships with many businesses and caters for students seeking industry-relevant training in a wide range of disciplines.
About your contribution:
Details of Visa 457 training benchmarks:
Requirements for a Visa 457 involve employers sponsoring the training of the local workforce to demonstrate a commitment to education.
There are two benchmarks for making such a contribution:
| Training Benchmark A | Training Benchmark B |
|---|---|
| Contribution by employer of at least 2% of recent payroll to an Approved Scholarship Fund or Industry Training Fund | Contribution by employer of at least 1% of recent payroll to the provision of training for their employees who are Australian citizens and or permanent residents |
| A commitment to maintain this contribution for the term of the sponsorship (as approved) | A commitment to maintain this contribution for the term of the sponsorship (as approved) |
Benefits:
| Training Benchmark A benefits a company that | Training Benchmark B benefits a company that |
|---|---|
| Do not employ Australian citizens or permanent residents | Employs Australian citizens |
| Are recently established businesses | Have a plan to implement training to their staff (who are Australian citizens or residents) |
| Need to fulfil obligation immediately | Operate in an industry where an industry training fund is available |
| Would like the opportunity for financial government incentives for training |
Payment is accepted through our website via credit card. We realise that this may not suit all organisations. For other payment options please email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
Click on one of the following tabs depending on the type of contribution you would like to make:
If you would like further information regarding Contribution B, please contact: business solutions via email.
Please also note: eligible employers may be entitled to government trainee inventive funding. For more information, please click here.
Training Benchmarks
If your business is unable to satisfy either Training Benchmark, a plan outlining how you can meet these benchmarks within the next year can be submitted. For more information about this option, please click here.What evidence do I need to show?
| Training Benchmark A | Training Benchmark B |
|---|---|
| Employers must provide evidence of having made these contributions, such as a receipt. | Employers must provide evidence of engaging external providers to deliver training for Australian employees, such as a receipt, letter or email. |
