ANZSCO to be Replaced by the Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA) in December 2024
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and Statistics New Zealand (Stats NZ) have announced that both countries will introduce their own customised occupational classifications while still ensuring comparability between them. This approach allows each agency to create classifications tailored to their respective labour markets, addressing local needs while remaining aligned.
What is the Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)?
Australia’s new classification system replacing the current ANZSCO will be called the Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA), version 1.0.
When Does ANZSCO be Replaced by OSCA?
The OSCA will be launched on Friday, 6 December 2024.
Will I still have access to the ANZSCO List After the Change?
Although ANZSCO will be replaced by OSCA in December, ANZSCO will still be accessible on the ABS website.
What are the Key Reasons to Change from ANZSCO to OSCA?
The key reasons for this change include:
The labour markets in Australia and New Zealand have diverged significantly since the joint classification system began in 2006.
Stats NZ did not participate in Australia’s targeted updates in 2021 and 2022, while the ABS has conducted a comprehensive review of the system over the past four years.
Both ABS and Stats NZ have identified different solutions to meet the demands of their stakeholders.
How Can Agape Henry Crux Help
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