[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":288},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fOoyKJcM58qN9MTVYVybindG9CNzUusfoZBUgdKRWUxQ":3},{"occupation":4,"assessingAuthorities":33,"visaLists":40,"visaEligibility":61,"stateNominations":84,"relatedOccupations":121,"assessmentRequirements":122},{"code":5,"title":6,"description":7,"absUrl":8,"alternativeTitles":9,"specializations":11,"tasks":22,"skillLevel":32},"252511","Physiotherapist","Assesses, treats and prevents disorders in human movement caused by injury or disease. Registration or licensing is required.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.abs.gov.au\u002Fstatistics\u002Fclassifications\u002Fanzsco-australian-and-new-zealand-standard-classification-occupations\u002F2022\u002Fbrowse-classification\u002F2\u002F25\u002F252\u002F2525",[10],"Physical Therapist",[12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21],"Aquatic Physiotherapist","Cardiothoracic Physiotherapist","Continence and Women's Health Physiotherapist","Gerontological Physiotherapist","Māori Physiotherapist (NZ)","Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist","Neurological Physiotherapist","Occupational Health Physiotherapist","Paediatric Physiotherapist","Sports Physiotherapist",[23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30,31],"administering muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests to identify and assess physical problems of patients","designing treatment programs to address patients' problems","treating patients to reduce pain, improve circulation, strengthen muscles, improve cardiothoracic, cardiovascular and respiratory functions, restore joint mobility, and improve balance and coordination","using the therapeutic properties of exercise, heat, cold, massage, manipulation, hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, ultraviolet and infra-red light and ultrasound in the treatment of patients","reviewing, continually monitoring, assessing and evaluating programs and treatments","consulting with other Health Professionals as required about patients' problems, needs and progress","instructing patients and their families in procedures to be continued at home","recording treatments given and patients' responses and progress","developing and implementing screening and preventative health promotion programs",1,[34],{"code":35,"name":36,"acronym":35,"website":37,"typesOfAssessment":38,"standardFeeAud":38,"description":38,"isPrimary":39},"APC","Australian Physiotherapy Council Limited","http:\u002F\u002Fwww.physiocouncil.com.au\u002F",null,true,{"mltssl":39,"stsol":41,"rol":41,"csol":39,"pmsol":41,"details":42},false,[43,58],{"listType":44,"effectiveFrom":45,"caveats":46,"notes":38},"MLTSSL","2000-01-01",[47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57],"189 - Skilled Independent (subclass 189) - Points-Tested","190 - Skilled Nominated (subclass 190)","407 - Training visa (subclass 407)","485 - Temporary Graduate (subclass 485)","489 - Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) - Family sponsored","489 - Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) - State or Territory nominated","494 - Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional) (subclass 494) - Employer sponsored stream","491 - Skilled Work Regional (provisional) visa (subclass 491) State or Territory nominated","491 - Skilled Work Regional (provisional) visa (subclass 491) Family Sponsored","482 - Skills in Demand (subclass 482) - Core Skills stream","186 - Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) - Direct Entry Pathway",{"listType":59,"effectiveFrom":45,"caveats":60,"notes":38},"CSOL",[47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57],[62,65,68,70,72,74,75,77,79,80,82],{"visaSubclass":63,"visaName":64,"caveat":38},"189","189 - Skilled Independent  (subclass 189) - Points-Tested",{"visaSubclass":66,"visaName":67,"caveat":38},"190","190 - Skilled Nominated   (subclass 190)",{"visaSubclass":69,"visaName":49,"caveat":38},"407",{"visaSubclass":71,"visaName":50,"caveat":38},"485",{"visaSubclass":73,"visaName":51,"caveat":38},"489",{"visaSubclass":73,"visaName":52,"caveat":38},{"visaSubclass":76,"visaName":53,"caveat":38},"494",{"visaSubclass":78,"visaName":54,"caveat":38},"491",{"visaSubclass":78,"visaName":55,"caveat":38},{"visaSubclass":81,"visaName":56,"caveat":38},"482",{"visaSubclass":83,"visaName":57,"caveat":38},"186",[85,89,90,93,94,97,98,101,104,105,108,110,113,115,118,120],{"state":86,"visaSubclass":66,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":88},"VIC","default","Victoria does not publish a fixed occupation list. Eligibility derived from the federal Skilled Occupation List. Selection is via Registration of Interest (ROI).",{"state":86,"visaSubclass":78,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":88},{"state":91,"visaSubclass":66,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":92},"TAS","All federal SOL occupations are eligible for at least one Tasmanian nomination pathway. Tasmania publishes a separate Priority Roles list and occupational caveats — check the source page for current restrictions.",{"state":91,"visaSubclass":78,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":92},{"state":95,"visaSubclass":66,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":96},"WA","Listed in WA's most recent SNMP invitation round (TRADE or OTHER priority). Subject to General stream criteria — work experience, and for 190 a six-month WA employment contract — see source page.",{"state":95,"visaSubclass":78,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":96},{"state":99,"visaSubclass":66,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":100},"ACT","Listed on the ACT Nominated Migration Program Occupation List. Eligibility also requires a Canberra Matrix score and (for residents) at least 6 months' Canberra residency for 190 or 3 months for 491.",{"state":102,"visaSubclass":66,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":103},"NT","Listed on the NT Offshore Migration Occupation List. NT typically prioritises 491 for offshore applicants — 190 is offered in exceptional cases. Onshore applicants may have access to a broader list via NT-resident pathways.",{"state":102,"visaSubclass":78,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":103},{"state":106,"visaSubclass":66,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":107},"NSW","Within an eligible ANZSCO unit group on the NSW Skills List for the Skilled Nominated visa (190). NSW lists at unit-group level — the occupation must also be federally visa-eligible under Home Affairs rules.",{"state":106,"visaSubclass":78,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":109},"Within an eligible ANZSCO unit group on the NSW Regional Skills List for the Skilled Work Regional visa (491), pathways 2 and 3. Same caveat — occupation must be federally visa-eligible.",{"state":111,"visaSubclass":66,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":112},"QLD","On Queensland's published occupation list for the Skilled Nominated visa (190). Onshore applicants follow the QLD Onshore SOL; offshore applicants follow the QSOL. Selection is via Migration Queensland invitation rounds.",{"state":111,"visaSubclass":78,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":114},"On Queensland's published occupation list for the Skilled Work Regional visa (491). Onshore applicants use the QLD Onshore SOL; offshore applicants use the QSOL. Subject to QLD's residency and work-experience criteria.",{"state":116,"visaSubclass":66,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":117},"SA","On the South Australian Skilled Occupation List for the Skilled Nominated visa (190). SA publishes one combined list with multiple streams (SA Graduates, Skilled Employment in SA, Outer Regional). Each stream has its own residency, work, and points criteria — check the source page for which streams apply.",{"state":116,"visaSubclass":78,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":119},"On the South Australian Skilled Occupation List for the Skilled Work Regional visa (491). Streams include SA Graduates, Skilled Employment in SA, Outer Regional Skilled Employment, and (where listed) Offshore. Each stream has its own eligibility criteria.",{"state":99,"visaSubclass":78,"stream":87,"eligible":39,"notes":100},[],[123,148,181,195,221,242,266],{"authorityCode":35,"pageUrl":124,"pageTitle":125,"requirements":126},"https:\u002F\u002Fphysiocouncil.com.au\u002Finternational-physiotherapists\u002Faustralian-physiotherapy-entry-pathway\u002Feligibility-assessment","Eligibility Assessment • Australian Physiotherapy Council",{"fees":127,"summary":132,"isRelevant":39,"eligibility":133,"processingTime":137,"additionalNotes":138,"applicationSteps":139,"documentsRequired":145},[128],{"name":129,"notes":130,"amount":131},"Eligibility Assessment","Fees can be found via the fees link referenced on this page","Not specified on this page","This page describes the Eligibility Assessment, the first step for overseas-qualified physiotherapists seeking registration in Australia. It covers eligibility criteria, required documents, application steps, and fees for the document-based assessment that verifies entry-level physiotherapy qualifications.",[134,135,136],"Be an overseas qualified physiotherapist with a minimum diploma-level qualification","Meet the educational\u002Fqualification requirement for registration without restriction in your country of training, OR","Be able to legally practise without restriction in your country of training (if no regulatory body exists)","null","After passing the Eligibility Assessment and completing the Cultural Safety Training, applicants receive an Interim Certificate valid for two years, which is required for Limited Registration for Supervised Practice with Ahpra. The Interim Certificate does not permit independent practice but allows work under supervision. Applicants also receive free Associate Membership with the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) and professional indemnity insurance cover upon completion.\"",[140,141,142,143,144],"Complete the online application and pay for your application","Wait for your application to be assessed by a Council assessor","Respond to any requests for information or documentation","Receive an email notification regarding your assessment outcome and next steps","Complete Cultural Safety Training program (if you haven't already)",[146,147],"Refer to Eligibility Assessment Fact Sheet for complete list of required documents","Documents must meet specified upload requirements as detailed in the Fact Sheet",{"authorityCode":35,"pageUrl":149,"pageTitle":150,"requirements":151},"https:\u002F\u002Fphysiocouncil.com.au\u002Finternational-physiotherapists\u002Faustralian-physiotherapy-entry-pathway\u002Fwritten-assessment","Written Assessment • Australian Physiotherapy Council",{"fees":152,"summary":156,"isRelevant":39,"eligibility":157,"processingTime":162,"additionalNotes":163,"applicationSteps":164,"documentsRequired":176},[153],{"name":154,"notes":155,"amount":131},"Written Assessment fee","Applicants must check the Fees page for current costs. Fee applies each time you undertake the assessment","The Written Assessment is a mandatory stage for overseas physiotherapy applicants seeking registration in Australia. It assesses knowledge, problem-solving, and decision-making skills against Australian Physiotherapy Practice Thresholds through an online platform, available remotely or at venues in Melbourne and Sydney.",[158,159,160,161],"Must have successfully completed Eligibility Assessment","Must have completed Cultural Safety Training","Must meet the Physiotherapy Practice Thresholds set by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia","For Remote Written Assessment: must have appropriate devices, space, and technological set-up to participate remotely","Results emailed within 6 weeks after assessment day","Assessments are held four times a year with specific application deadlines for each examination. All examinations begin at 9am (AEST\u002FAEDT). There is no restriction on the number of times you can attempt the Written Assessment, but you must wait 14 days between attempts. The Council does not endorse third-party courses or coaching. Interim Certificates are valid for two years and can be renewed by contacting the Council 4 weeks before expiration.\"",[165,166,167,168,169,170,171,172,173,174,175],"Successfully complete Eligibility Assessment","Complete Cultural Safety Training","Read the Written Assessment Information Booklet carefully","Apply for Written Assessment via the Candidate Dashboard","Pay the assessment fee","Access practice test provided after payment to familiarise yourself with exam format","Prepare by familiarising yourself with competencies, assessment content (clinical areas, lifespan, settings, professional practice), and expectations for assessment day","Attend Written Assessment at chosen venue (Melbourne, Sydney) or remotely at 9am (AEST\u002FAEDT)","Receive results via email within 6 weeks after assessment day","If successful, progress to Capability Assessment via Candidate Dashboard","If unsuccessful, wait 14 days before applying for another attempt",[177,178,179,180],"Written Assessment Information Booklet (must be read before applying)","Proof of successful completion of Eligibility Assessment","Proof of completion of Cultural Safety Training","Valid device and appropriate setup for remote assessment (if applying for remote option)",{"authorityCode":35,"pageUrl":182,"pageTitle":183,"requirements":184},"https:\u002F\u002Fphysiocouncil.com.au\u002Finternational-physiotherapists\u002Faustralian-physiotherapy-entry-pathway\u002Fcapability-assessment","Capability Assessment • Australian Physiotherapy Council",{"fees":185,"summary":186,"isRelevant":39,"eligibility":187,"processingTime":137,"additionalNotes":189,"applicationSteps":190,"documentsRequired":194},[],"The Capability Assessment is an online clinical skills examination for internationally trained physiotherapists as part of the Australian Physiotherapy Entry Pathway (APEP), designed to evaluate knowledge, clinical reasoning, safety, professionalism, and communication skills essential for Australian clinical practice.",[188],"Internationally trained physiotherapists applying through the Australian Physiotherapy Entry Pathway (APEP)","Assessment format: Online oral exam (approximately 2 hours total, 1.5 hours exam time) with one experienced Australian physiotherapist assessor. Candidates are evaluated on communication, clinical reasoning, risk identification and management, professional scope understanding, and management strategies. Google search and books are permitted during reading time for the long case only; no reading time for short cases. The Council does not endorse third-party coaching courses.",[191,192,193],"Access the Candidate Portal for application details and assessment preparation","Complete the online Capability Assessment exam","Demonstrate competency across three short clinical cases and one long clinical case",[],{"authorityCode":35,"pageUrl":196,"pageTitle":197,"requirements":198},"https:\u002F\u002Fphysiocouncil.com.au\u002Finternational-physiotherapists\u002Fassessment-for-skilled-migration","Assessment for Skilled Migration Visas • Australian Physiotherapy Council",{"fees":199,"summary":203,"isRelevant":39,"eligibility":204,"processingTime":211,"additionalNotes":212,"applicationSteps":213,"documentsRequired":219},[200],{"name":201,"notes":202,"amount":131},"Skills Assessment fees","Fees can be found on the linked fees page","This page outlines the Skills Assessment requirements for international physiotherapists applying for skilled migration visas to Australia, administered by the Australian Physiotherapy Council on behalf of the Department of Home Affairs.",[205,206,207,208,209,210],"Meet Ahpra's English Language Skills Registration Standard for physiotherapists","Hold a physiotherapy qualification completed in Australia listed on the Physiotherapy Board of Australia's Approved Programs of Study List, OR","Hold an Australian Physiotherapy Council Final Certificate, OR","Hold an Australian Physiotherapy Council Certificate of Substantial Equivalence of Qualification (discontinued pathway), OR","Hold a current and unconditional Annual Practising Certificate from the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand AND have minimum 2 years of work as a physiotherapist (with no conditions) in New Zealand, OR","Hold a physiotherapy qualification completed in New Zealand and accredited by the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand, AND hold a current and unconditional Annual Practising Certificate from the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand","Processing time can be found on the linked processing times page (not specified on this page)","Interim Certificates are not acceptable for Skills Assessment applications. Work experience documentation is only required if claiming 'skilled employment' on the visa application. Applicants should complete any required work experience period before submitting their application to avoid additional fees for changes after assessment outcome is received. The Skills Assessment Certificate has no expiry date per the Council, but DHA may only accept certificates within a certain timeframe. Applicants are directed to contact DHA directly regarding visa-specific requirements and processing timeframes.",[214,215,216,217,218],"Verify you meet all eligibility criteria","Determine if applying for Complete Skills Assessment (first application) or Additional Skills Assessment (adding further qualifications\u002Fwork experience)","Download and review the Fact Sheet for complete list of required documents","Gather all required supporting documents","Submit application online with all documents at the time of application",[220],"Required documents as listed in the downloadable Fact Sheet (specific documents not detailed on this page but factsheet download is provided)",{"authorityCode":35,"pageUrl":222,"pageTitle":223,"requirements":224},"https:\u002F\u002Fphysiocouncil.com.au\u002Finternational-physiotherapists\u002Flearning-courses-for-assessments\u002Fclinical-reasoning-course","Clinical Reasoning Course • Australian Physiotherapy Council",{"fees":225,"summary":229,"isRelevant":39,"eligibility":230,"processingTime":137,"additionalNotes":234,"applicationSteps":235,"documentsRequired":241},[226],{"name":227,"amount":228},"Clinical Reasoning Course","$150 AUD","The Australian Physiotherapy Council offers a Clinical Reasoning Course designed specifically for international physiotherapists seeking to work in Australia. The interactive online course provides training in clinical reasoning skills aligned with Australian healthcare standards and requirements.",[231,232,233],"Must be a physiotherapist completing a Council assessment pathway","Must have applied and submitted an eligibility application","International physiotherapists entering the Australian workforce","The course offers 24\u002F7 access with self-paced learning, provides 8 CPD hours, and includes case studies across various clinical assessment scenarios. Exclusive content is designed by Australian physiotherapists to help international physiotherapists prepare for Council assessments and succeed in the Australian healthcare context.\"",[236,237,238,239,240],"Apply for a Council assessment pathway","Submit eligibility application","Gain access to the Candidate Portal","Purchase the Clinical Reasoning Course through the Portal","Access the online course content",[],{"authorityCode":35,"pageUrl":243,"pageTitle":244,"requirements":245},"https:\u002F\u002Fphysiocouncil.com.au\u002Finternational-physiotherapists\u002Fassessment-faqs","Assessment FAQs • Australian Physiotherapy Council",{"fees":246,"summary":247,"isRelevant":39,"eligibility":248,"processingTime":137,"additionalNotes":254,"applicationSteps":255,"documentsRequired":262},[],"This FAQ page from the Australian Physiotherapy Council provides guidance on skills assessment requirements for overseas-qualified physiotherapists seeking to work in Australia, including information on the Eligibility Assessment, Clinical Assessment, and Cultural Safety Training.",[249,250,251,252,253],"Overseas-qualified physiotherapists must be assessed against Australian physiotherapy standards","Must meet entry-level standards to practice physiotherapy safely in Australia","Must successfully pass the Eligibility Assessment","Must complete Cultural Safety Training to receive Interim Certificate","Must understand Australian physiotherapy practice thresholds and standards","The page emphasizes thorough preparation for assessments is vital for successfully passing exams. Overseas physiotherapists are assessed to ensure they meet entry-level standards and can practice physiotherapy safely. The Interim Certificate is a stepping stone towards achieving General Registration. Cultural Safety Training is essential due to Australia's multicultural landscape and the need to provide culturally safe care to patients including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.",[256,257,258,259,260,261],"Complete and pass the Eligibility Assessment","Complete the Cultural Safety Training Program","Receive Interim Certificate from the Council","Apply for Limited Registration for Supervised Practice with Ahpra","Gain clinical experience under supervision","Progress towards General Registration as a physiotherapist",[263,264,265],"Evidence of successful completion of Eligibility Assessment","Evidence of completion of Cultural Safety Training Program","Qualifications demonstrating knowledge of Physiotherapy Practice Thresholds",{"authorityCode":35,"pageUrl":267,"pageTitle":268,"requirements":269},"https:\u002F\u002Fphysiocouncil.com.au\u002Fhttps-portal.physiocouncil.com.au-eligibility","Calling UK physios: Come to Australia • Australian Physiotherapy Council",{"fees":270,"summary":275,"isRelevant":39,"eligibility":276,"processingTime":137,"additionalNotes":279,"applicationSteps":280,"documentsRequired":285},[271],{"name":272,"notes":273,"amount":274},"Australian Physiotherapy Entry Pathway (APEP) - Initial cost","Pay-as-you-go model available; 80% of pathway can be completed from home country","AU$1,405","This page promotes the Australian Physiotherapy Entry Pathway (APEP) to UK and Indian physiotherapists seeking registration in Australia. It outlines eligibility criteria, costs, and information about the official pathway to physiotherapy registration.",[277,278],"Completed an Indian physiotherapy degree or diploma (or equivalent qualification that meets Australian Physiotherapy Council criteria)","Held unrestricted registration in India OR have the ability to legally practice without restriction in India","The page specifically targets UK and Indian physiotherapists. Applicants unsure whether their qualification meets the criteria are encouraged to contact the Australian Physiotherapy Council directly. The APEP is described as an official, clear, and supported route to physiotherapy registration in Australia.\"",[281,282,283,284],"Register on the APEP registration form (provide name, email, and location)","Verify eligibility criteria are met","Apply through the APEP pathway (link to APEP page provided)","Complete the pathway at your own pace with flexible payment options",[286,287],"Evidence of completed physiotherapy degree or diploma","Evidence of unrestricted registration in India OR proof of ability to legally practice without restriction in India",1781186198010]