This page outlines the pre-application requirements and steps for overseas teachers applying for a skills assessment from the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL), including eligibility criteria, required documentation, and the application process.
Important note
AITSL does not respond to phone queries or requests for status updates via phone or email. Applicants should contact AITSL for issues with the Applicant Portal. If applying as a migration agent, refer to the Information for Migration Agents page. All applications must meet BOTH the qualifications and English language proficiency criteria for successful assessment.
Eligibility Criteria
4 criteria- Minimum of four years full-time (or part-time equivalent) university-level study resulting in qualification(s)
- Must include a relevant initial teacher education qualification
- Must meet English language proficiency requirements (via study option or suitable IELTS TRF)
- Visa type must require a skills assessment (verify with Department of Home Affairs)
- University transcripts and qualifications documentation
- Initial teacher education qualification evidence
- English language proficiency evidence (either through study or IELTS Test Report Form)
- Occupation-specific checklist documents (varies by occupation: Primary School Teacher, Middle School Teacher, Secondary School Teacher, Special Needs Teacher, Teacher of the Hearing Impaired, Teacher of the Sight Impaired, or Special Education Teachers)
- Documents as specified in the Application Guide