Profession not listed? Use the guide below to help you find the information you need to gain accreditation and begin working in Australia.
This is a general guide only, the steps you need to take may differ to what is provided below.
To work in Australia, you will need to be registered with the appropriate body. in some cases, you may also need to register with the state government in the state you are intending to work.
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You will need to have your qualifcations accredited (ie. assessed) to determine if they meet Australian standards so you may register and work in Australia. In some cases, you may do this through the registration, in others it is performed by another body.
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In most cases, both registration and accreditation of qualifcations (including any competency assessments required) you will need to pay fees.
Registration and accreditation will take time to process from when you apply. You may also be required to apply within certain time restraints or complete additional assessments at scheduled times.
In most cases, you will need to provide evidence of your English Language Proficiency. See the English Language Tests page for links to commonly used and certified testing agencies. Ensure you check with the registering body which tests are required as some only accept specific tests.
You will need to provide documentation for both registration and accreditation. It is likely you will require some or all of the following:
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