Five smart steps towards your permanent applying for PR in Australia for international students This for all the international students here in Australia. 1. The number one step is choosing the right occupation. So, choosing the right occupation is directly linked to choosing the right course. You need to find out if the occupation outcome of your course is on the occupation demand list. It could be either on the MLTSSL list or on the STSOL list. 2. Step number two is knowing the skill assessment process for your occupation. The skill assessment process is different for all occupations. So once you know that the occupation outcome of your course is on the list. Now, do you know if you need some work experience to get the skill assessment? So, some occupations, don't need work experience, and some don't. And is it easy to find work experience in your occupation?. if you know the answers to these questions, then you know if you have chosen the right course.