Understanding Australia
This course gives you a clear, friendly introduction to Australia — the country, the people, and what life is like there as a worker from the Philippines.
Understanding Australia
The Understanding Australia course is a 25-minute introduction to living and working in Australia as a skilled Filipino tradesperson. It covers the main cities, climate, time zones, money, healthcare, transport, and support networks — everything you need to know before you arrive.
What will you learn?
- The main cities and where most jobs are: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide.
- Climate and seasons — when it is hot, cold, wet, and dry.
- Time zones — Australia has three.
- Money — the Australian Dollar (AUD), tax, and the cost of basics.
- Healthcare — public Medicare and private health insurance.
- Public transport, shopping, and getting around.
- Filipino communities in Australia — where to find them.
What is the course format?
- Short reels.
- A short quiz at the end.
- Takes about 25 minutes.
How do you take this course?
- Open the Courses page.
- Tap Understanding Australia.
- Watch the reels.
- Take the quiz.
Points and badges
- Earns OES points.
- Counts toward the Country Expert badge along with the other country courses.
What should you know about Australia before you go?
- Australia is roughly the same size as the United States — distances are huge.
- The dollar is worth more than the peso but everything also costs more — see Using the Salary & Cost of Living Calculator for real numbers.
- The country is generally safe with low crime in most areas.
- English is the main language — your English will improve quickly once you arrive.
Tip: Pair this course with Australian Workplace Culture for a complete picture.