AASW
Australian Association of Social Workers Limited
Represents social workers and accredits social work programs in Australia.
The Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) primarily recognizes the occupation of Social Worker for accreditation and migration assessment purposes. In Australia, a Social Worker is typically required to hold a four-year Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or a two-year, accelerated, graduate-entry Master of Social Work (MSW). Graduates from AASW-accredited programs are eligible for membership.
While the AASW focuses on the Social Worker occupation, professionals in this field may hold various job titles, including:
Social Welfare Supervisor: Oversees social service programs and staff.
Family Worker:
Provides support and counseling to families.
Student Welfare Officer:
Assists students with personal and academic issues.
Project Worker/Manager:
Leads specific community or social projects.
NGO Employee:
Works within non-governmental organizations on social initiatives.
Service Entrepreneur:
Develops and manages social service enterprises.
Social Welfare Officer:
Implements policies and programs to improve community well-being.
ACS
Australian Computer Society Incorporated
Sets standards for IT professionals and accredits IT education programs in Australia.
The Australian Computer Society (ACS) assesses a variety of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) occupations for migration purposes. Below is a categorized list of these occupations, excluding their corresponding ANZSCO codes:
ICT Management
Chief Information Officer
ICT Project Manager
ICT Managers (nec)
Business and Systems Analysis
ICT Business Analyst
Systems Analyst
Software and Applications Programming
Analyst Programmer
Developer Programmer
Software Engineer
Software Tester
Software and Applications Programmers (nec)
Web Development and Multimedia
Multimedia Specialist
Web Developer
Web Administrator
Database and Systems Administration
Database Administrator
Systems Administrator
Network Engineering
Computer Network and Systems Engineer
Network Administrator
Network Analyst
ICT Security
ICT Security Specialist
Cyber Security Engineer
Penetration Tester
Support and Test Engineering
ICT Quality Assurance Engineer
ICT Support Engineer
ICT Systems Test Engineer
ICT Support and Test Engineers (nec)
Data Science
Data Analyst
Data Scientist
DevOps
DevOps Engineer
ACWA
Australian Community Workers Association Inc
Represents community workers and accredits training programs in the community
services sector.
Community and Welfare Services
Community Worker
Professionals who facilitate and implement programs to support community development and individual well-being.
Welfare Worker
Specialists provide support and assistance to individuals and families to improve their social and personal functioning.
Youth and Family Services
Youth Worker
Practitioners who guide and support young people in their social, educational, and personal development.
Family Support Worker
Professionals offering assistance and guidance to families facing various challenges to enhance family functioning.
Residential and Disability Care
Residential Care Officer
Individuals responsible for the care and supervision of residents in group housing or institutional settings.
Disabilities Services Officer
Workers who assist people with disabilities to participate in community, social, and recreational activities.
AIMS
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
Accredits medical laboratory science education and represents medical
scientists in Australia.
The Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS) is the assessing authority for individuals seeking migration to Australia under specific medical laboratory occupations. AIMS evaluates qualifications and skills for the following roles:
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Specialization: IVF Embryologist
Medical Laboratory Technician
AITSL
Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership Limited
Accredits teacher education programs and supports teacher professional
standards and leadership in Australia.
The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) is the designated authority for assessing the qualifications and skills of educators seeking to migrate to Australia under specific teaching occupations. These occupations are categorized based on the educational levels and specializations they represent. Below is a grouped list of these teaching roles:
1. Early Childhood Education:
Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher
2. Primary Education:
Primary School Teacher
3. Secondary Education:
Middle School Teacher
Secondary School Teacher
4. Special Education:
Special Needs Teacher
Teacher of the Hearing Impaired:
Teacher of the Sight Impaired:
Special Education Teachers (nec):
ANMAC
Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council Limited
Accredits nursing and midwifery education programs and assesses international
Below is a grouped list of these occupations:
Management:
Nursing Clinical Director
Nurse Manager
Education and Research:
Nurse Educator
Nurse Researcher
Advanced Practice:
Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurses:
Registered Nurse (Aged Care)
Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)
Registered Nurse (Community Health)
Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)
Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability)
Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation)
Registered Nurse (Medical)
Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)
Registered Nurse (Mental Health)
Registered Nurse (Perioperative)
Registered Nurse (Surgical)
Registered Nurse (Paediatric)
Registered Nurses (not elsewhere classified)
Midwifery:
Midwife
Enrolled Nurses:
Enrolled Nurse
APC
Australian Physiotherapy Council Limited
Accredits physiotherapy education programs and assesses international
qualifications for physiotherapists in Australia.
The Australian Physiotherapy Council (APC) is responsible for assessing the qualifications and skills of overseas-trained physiotherapists seeking to practice in Australia. The APC focuses exclusively on the Physiotherapist occupation. Therefore, the list of occupations under the APC's assessment is:
Physiotherapist
APharmC
Australian Pharmacy Council Ltd
Accredits pharmacy education programs and assesses qualifications for
pharmacists seeking registration in Australia.
The Australian Pharmacy Council (APharmC) is the designated assessing authority for the following pharmacy-related occupations:
Hospital Pharmacist
Industrial Pharmacist
Retail Pharmacist
These roles involve responsibilities such as preparing and dispensing medications, providing drug information, and ensuring the safe use of pharmaceuticals in various settings.
APS
The Australian Psychological Society Limited
Represents psychologists and accredits psychology education programs in
Australia.
The Australian Psychological Society (APS) is the designated authority for assessing qualifications of psychologists seeking skilled migration to Australia. While the APS primarily evaluates qualifications for the occupation of Psychologist, the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) further categorizes this profession into specialized roles. Below is a list of these specializations:
Clinical Psychologist: Focuses on diagnosing and treating mental health disorders.
Educational Psychologist: Specializes in how people learn and educational processes.
Organizational Psychologist: Applies psychological principles to workplace environments.
Psychotherapist: Provides therapeutic interventions to individuals and groups.
ASMIRT
Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy
Accredits medical imaging and radiation therapy education programs and
represents professionals in these fields.
The Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (ASMIRT) assesses the following occupations for migration purposes:
Medical Diagnostic Radiographer
Medical Radiation Therapist
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Sonographer
CAANZ
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Represents accountants and accredits accounting education programs in
Australia and New Zealand.
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) is a professional accounting body representing over 138,000 members in Australia, New Zealand, and overseas. Their primary focus is on the education and continuous professional development of their members, as well as engaging in advocacy and thought leadership on public interest issues impacting the economy and markets.
While CA ANZ does not provide a specific list of occupations under its purview, members typically hold positions in various sectors, including:
Public Practice: Roles such as auditors, tax advisors, and consultants offering services to the public.
Corporate Sector: Positions like financial accountants, management accountants, and chief financial officers within private companies.
Government and Public Sector: Roles in public finance management, policy advising, and auditing within governmental agencies.
Education and Research: Academic and research positions in educational institutions focusing on accounting and finance.
CPAA
CPA Australia Ltd
Represents certified public accountants and accredits accounting programs,
offering membership and professional development.
CPA Australia assesses qualifications for the following occupations:
Accountant (General)
Corporate Treasurer
External Auditor
Finance Manager
Management Accountant
Engineers Australia
The Institution of Engineers Australia
Represents engineering professionals, accredits engineering programs,
and sets industry standards in Australia.
Engineers Australia assesses a variety of engineering occupations for migration and professional recognition purposes. Below is a categorized list of these occupations:
Chemical Engineering:
Chemical Engineer
Materials Engineer
Civil Engineering:
Civil Engineer
Geotechnical Engineer
Structural Engineer
Transport Engineer
Electrical and Electronics Engineering:
Electrical Engineer
Electronics Engineer
Industrial and Mechanical Engineering:
Industrial Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Production or Plant Engineer
Mining and Petroleum Engineering:
Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum)
Petroleum Engineer
Aeronautical and Agricultural Engineering:
Aeronautical Engineer
Agricultural Engineer
Biomedical and Environmental Engineering:
Biomedical Engineer
Environmental Engineer
Naval Architecture:
Naval Architect
Telecommunications Engineering:
Telecommunications Engineer
Telecommunications Network Engineer
Engineering Technologist:
Engineering Technologist
Engineering Manager:
Engineering Manager
IPA
Institute of Public Accountants Ltd
Represents public accountants and accredits programs for professional
accountants in Australia.
The Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) is an Australian professional accounting body that assesses qualifications for specific accounting-related occupations under the General Skilled Migration program. The primary occupations they assess include:
Accountant (General)
External Auditor
Finance Manager
Management Accountant
Taxation Accountant
OTC
Occupational Therapy Council of Australia Ltd
Accredits occupational therapy education programs and assesses international
qualifications for registration in Australia.
The Occupational Therapy Council of Australia Ltd (OTC) is responsible for assessing qualifications and skills of overseas-trained occupational therapists seeking to practice in Australia. The primary occupation assessed by the OTC is:
Occupational Therapist
SPA
The Speech Pathology Association of Australia Limited
Represents speech pathologists and accredits speech pathology education
programs in Australia.
The Speech Pathology Association of Australia Limited, known as Speech Pathology Australia (SPA), is the national professional body representing speech pathologists in Australia. SPA is recognized by the Australian Government as the assessing authority for speech pathologists intending to apply for skilled migration to Australia.
In Australia, the primary occupation associated with speech pathology is:
Speech Pathologist
TRA
Trades Recognition Australia
Assesses the qualifications and skills of tradespeople for migration purposes
to Australia.
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) is responsible for assessing various trade occupations for migration purposes. Below is a categorized list of occupations assessed by TRA and TRA-approved Registered Training Organizations (RTOs), presented without ANZSCO codes:
Construction Trades:
Bricklayer
Cabinetmaker
Carpenter
Carpenter and Joiner
Joiner
Painting Trades Worker
Plumber (General)
Wall and Floor Tiler
Automotive Trades:
Automotive Electrician
Diesel Motor Mechanic
Motor Mechanic (General)
Motorcycle Mechanic
Small Engine Mechanic
Engineering Trades:
Fitter (General)
Fitter and Turner
Fitter-Welder
Metal Fabricator
Metal Machinist (First Class)
Pressure Welder
Sheetmetal Trades Worker
Toolmaker
Welder (First Class)
Electrical Trades:
Electrician (General)
Electrician (Special Class)
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
Food Trades:
Baker
Chef
Cook
Pastrycook
Other Trades:
Hairdresser
Panelbeater
Vehicle Painter
VETASSESS
Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services
Provides skills assessments for individuals seeking to migrate to Australia
under the General Skilled Migration program.
VETASSESS assesses a wide range of general professional occupations for Australia's General Skilled Migration program. These occupations span various sectors, including:
Science, Health & Agriculture: Over 170 occupations, such as Agricultural Scientist, Food Technologist, and Veterinary Nurse.
Hospitality and Retail: More than 50 occupations, including Café or Restaurant Manager, Call Centre Manager, and Hotel or Motel Manager.
Arts and Education: Roles like Art Teacher, Musician, and University Lecturer.
Business and Finance: Occupations such as Corporate Services Manager, Finance Broker, and Human Resource Adviser.
Construction and Manufacturing: Positions like Construction Project Manager and Production Manager (Mining).
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