To apply for most skilled migration visas or employer-sponsored pathways, you must obtain a positive assessment outcome from the relevant assessing authority. In the healthcare sector, this assessment verifies that you are fully competent and qualified to practice in your field.
Skills Assessment Guidance
The essential first step for international healthcare professionals seeking a career in Australia.
Overview
Understanding Skills Assessment
A skills assessment is an official review of your qualifications and work experience to ensure they meet Australian standards.
Authority
Assessing Authority
For registered nurses and midwives, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) is the designated authority. Other professions have specific bodies.
Education
Academic Criteria
Your academic qualification must be comparable to an Australian degree. This involves verifying transcripts, syllabi, and university status.
Work Experience
Employment Verification
Verification of your post-qualification clinical experience, job duties, and references to confirm professional competency.
Process
Step-by-Step Assessment Pathway
We simplify the skills assessment process into manageable stages to ensure accuracy and success.
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Step 1: Document Collection
Gather academic degrees, transcripts, clinical logbooks, work references, and identity documents according to the checklist.
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Step 2: English Competency
Achieve the required English score (e.g. IELTS 7.0 or OET B) which is mandatory for starting the skills assessment application.
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Step 3: Application Submission
Submit your application and documents online to the assessing body (e.g. ANMAC), paying the mandatory assessment fee.
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Step 4: Outcome Received
Upon a positive assessment, you receive a Letter of Determination, allowing you to proceed with visa application or sponsorship.
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