[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":292},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fCupoD8J_tF3orE1n7dJ7keykOJGGkE6YHKHYU0EIb2Q":3},{"occupation":4,"assessingAuthorities":23,"visaLists":29,"visaEligibility":50,"stateNominations":73,"relatedOccupations":108,"assessmentRequirements":109},{"code":5,"title":6,"description":7,"absUrl":8,"alternativeTitles":9,"specializations":10,"tasks":12,"skillLevel":22},"272511","Social Worker","Assesses the social needs of individuals, families and groups, assists and empowers people to develop and use the skills and resources needed to resolve social and other problems, and furthers human wellbeing and human rights, social justice and social development. Registration or licensing may be required.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.abs.gov.au\u002Fstatistics\u002Fclassifications\u002Fanzsco-australian-and-new-zealand-standard-classification-occupations\u002F2022\u002Fbrowse-classification\u002F2\u002F27\u002F272\u002F2725",null,[11],"Whanau Support Worker (Family Support Worker) (NZ)",[13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21],"acting as a facilitator between clients in need and community services","assessing resources for health, welfare, recreation, housing, employment and other community services","providing leadership and assistance for the implementation of pilot projects in community development and self-help, and planning and implementing research projects to address client needs, organisation goals and social policy","cooperating with community organisations, social agencies and voluntary groups to improve services and develop new services","conducting individual and family case interviews to identify the nature and extent of clients' problems","assisting clients to understand and resolve problems by providing information, acting as a mediator and referring them to community and self-help agencies","analysing, developing, promoting and implementing social policies through the use of practice experience, research, analytic frameworks, and negotiation skills to respond to social need through a fair, equitable and effective allocation of social resources","monitoring the progress of clients by maintaining contact","compiling case records and reports",1,[24],{"code":25,"name":26,"acronym":25,"website":27,"typesOfAssessment":9,"standardFeeAud":9,"description":9,"isPrimary":28},"AASW","Australian Association of Social Workers Limited","http:\u002F\u002Fwww.aasw.asn.au\u002F",true,{"mltssl":28,"stsol":30,"rol":30,"csol":28,"pmsol":30,"details":31},false,[32,47],{"listType":33,"effectiveFrom":34,"caveats":35,"notes":9},"MLTSSL","2000-01-01",[36,37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46],"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":48,"effectiveFrom":34,"caveats":49,"notes":9},"CSOL",[36,37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46],[51,53,56,59,61,63,64,66,68,69,71],{"visaSubclass":52,"visaName":38,"caveat":9},"407",{"visaSubclass":54,"visaName":55,"caveat":9},"189","189 - Skilled Independent  (subclass 189) - Points-Tested",{"visaSubclass":57,"visaName":58,"caveat":9},"190","190 - Skilled Nominated   (subclass 190)",{"visaSubclass":60,"visaName":39,"caveat":9},"485",{"visaSubclass":62,"visaName":40,"caveat":9},"489",{"visaSubclass":62,"visaName":41,"caveat":9},{"visaSubclass":65,"visaName":42,"caveat":9},"494",{"visaSubclass":67,"visaName":43,"caveat":9},"491",{"visaSubclass":67,"visaName":44,"caveat":9},{"visaSubclass":70,"visaName":45,"caveat":9},"482",{"visaSubclass":72,"visaName":46,"caveat":9},"186",[74,78,79,82,83,86,87,90,93,94,97,99,102,105,107],{"state":75,"visaSubclass":57,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":77},"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":75,"visaSubclass":67,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":77},{"state":80,"visaSubclass":57,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":81},"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":80,"visaSubclass":67,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":81},{"state":84,"visaSubclass":57,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":85},"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":84,"visaSubclass":67,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":85},{"state":88,"visaSubclass":57,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":89},"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":91,"visaSubclass":57,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":92},"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":91,"visaSubclass":67,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":92},{"state":95,"visaSubclass":57,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":96},"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":95,"visaSubclass":67,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":98},"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":100,"visaSubclass":67,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":101},"QLD","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":103,"visaSubclass":57,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":104},"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":103,"visaSubclass":67,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":106},"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":88,"visaSubclass":67,"stream":76,"eligible":28,"notes":89},[],[110,117,158,201,257],{"authorityCode":25,"pageUrl":111,"pageTitle":112,"requirements":113},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aasw.asn.au\u002Feducation-employment\u002Fmigration-eligibility-assessment-fees\u002F","Migration & Eligibility Assessment Fees | AASW",{"summary":114,"isRelevant":28,"eligibility":115,"documentsRequired":116},"This page outlines the schedule of fees for AASW migration eligibility assessment services for social workers with various qualification types and assessment purposes, effective from 1 July 2025.",[],[],{"authorityCode":25,"pageUrl":118,"pageTitle":119,"requirements":120},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aasw.asn.au\u002Feducation-employment\u002Frenewal-and-reissue-of-skills-assessment\u002F","Renewal and Reissue of Skills Assessment | AASW",{"fees":121,"summary":133,"isRelevant":28,"eligibility":134,"processingTime":141,"additionalNotes":142,"applicationSteps":143,"documentsRequired":152},[122,125,129,131],{"name":123,"amount":124},"Application to renew an expired skills assessment for migration purposes (correspondence address outside Australia)","AU $176.36",{"name":126,"notes":127,"amount":128},"Application to renew an expired skills assessment for migration purposes (correspondence address within Australia)","includes GST","AU $194.00",{"name":130,"amount":124},"Application to reissue an expired skills assessment for membership eligibility for employment purposes (correspondence address outside Australia)",{"name":132,"notes":127,"amount":128},"Application to reissue an expired skills assessment for membership eligibility for employment purposes (correspondence address within Australia)","This page describes the renewal and reissue processes for skills assessments for social workers seeking migration to Australia or AASW membership eligibility. It outlines eligibility criteria, application procedures, required documents, English language requirements, and associated fees.",[135,136,137,138,139,140],"Must be a qualified social worker","Previous skills assessment must be valid for three years from issue date","Renewal applications can only be lodged within 3 months of validity date expiring or within 3 months after expiration","Must meet AASW English Language Policy requirements","For English language exemptions: completed secondary education in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or USA, AND completed equivalent of three years or more of full-time tertiary study (Bachelor degree level or higher) in English in one of these countries","IELTS Academic Test required if not exempt: minimum score of 7.0 overall and minimum 7.0 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing, speaking) in maximum two sittings within six months, with no component below 6.5","Two weeks for renewal and reissue applications","Priority assessment may be considered only for applications from employers employing internationally trained social workers, where the employer can demonstrate critical program focus and recruitment need. Priority requests must be made via email with supporting details. Payment can only be made with debit or credit card via the online application system. Additional fees may apply if supplementary documents are submitted after initial application. The AASW does not accept online IELTS tests or IELTS One Skill Retake tests. Applicants should contact the MEA team at aaswiqa@aasw.asn.au for technical support or clarification on application rejections.",[144,145,146,147,148,149,150,151],"Create a MyAASW account on the AASW website","Access the relevant application guide for your application type","Complete the online application form, ensuring all required documents from the checklist are included","Upload scanned copies of all original documents in colour and high quality","Proceed to the final payment screen","Make payment using debit or credit card","Receive email notification acknowledging receipt of application","Await outcome email with assessment decision",[153,154,155,156,157],"Completed online application form","Evidence of English language proficiency via IELTS Academic Test (if not exempt)","For IELTS exemption: certified copy of secondary education results showing English instruction\u002Fassessment, OR certified letter from secondary school\u002Feducation department confirming English-taught secondary education, OR Statutory Declaration for secondary education results (Years 7-12) if unable to obtain certificates","Scanned copies of original documents in colour and high quality","Documents do not require certification for online applications",{"authorityCode":25,"pageUrl":159,"pageTitle":160,"requirements":161},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aasw.asn.au\u002Feducation-employment\u002Fmigration-eligibility-assessment\u002F","Migration & Eligibility Assessment | AASW",{"fees":162,"summary":163,"isRelevant":28,"eligibility":164,"processingTime":174,"additionalNotes":175,"applicationSteps":176,"documentsRequired":189},[],"This page outlines the Australian Association of Social Workers' (AASW) migration eligibility assessment requirements for overseas-trained social workers seeking to work in Australia. It covers application processes, English language proficiency standards, eligibility criteria, and documentation requirements for skills assessment and professional registration.",[165,166,167,168,169,170,171,172,173],"Must be a qualified social worker (hold a social work degree\u002Fqualification)","Must demonstrate English language proficiency via IELTS Academic Test or approved exemptions","IELTS Option 1: Minimum overall score of 7.0 in one sitting with 7.0 in all four components","IELTS Option 2: Minimum 7.0 in each component across maximum two sittings within 6 months, no component below 6.5","IELTS Option 3: Minimum 7.0 in three components plus IELTS One Skill Retake for fourth component (min 7.0), taken within 60 days","IELTS test results must be from within 3 years prior to application submission","May be exempted from IELTS if completed secondary education in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, UK or USA AND completed 3+ years full-time tertiary study (Bachelor level or higher) in English in these countries","Must meet ASWEAS standards and fieldwork hour requirements (minimum 1000 hours across minimum two placements)","International students must have completed AASW accredited social work course","Varies depending on application type; specific timeframes listed on relevant application web pages. Processing times vary based on application complexity and volume.","Documents do not need to be certified for online applications but must be scanned in colour and high quality. Applicants can request priority assessment only through their employer (not directly), and priority decisions are made professionally without compromising assessment criteria. Applications can be submitted through the online MEA portal with no in-person certification required. Additional fees may apply if applicants need to submit extra documents after initial submission. The AASW reserves the right to verify information, conduct interviews, or request further English language testing if concerns arise about communication capacity. For employers requesting priority assessment, they must provide details of the program, role, and business justification via email to migrationandeligibility@aasw.asn.au.",[177,178,179,180,181,182,183,148,184,185,186,187,188],"Create or log into MyAASW account to access the online application portal","Select the appropriate application type (e.g., International Qualification Recognition, New Zealand Mutual Recognition, Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485, Renewal\u002FReissue, Optional Migration Assessment)","Review the relevant application guide for your specific application type","Gather all required documents and ensure they are scanned in colour and high quality","Complete the online application form with your details and qualifications","Upload all required documents through the online portal","Review the application checklist to confirm all necessary documents are included","Make payment via debit or credit card","Submit the application","Await email confirmation of application receipt","Monitor MyAASW account for status updates throughout the assessment process","Receive email notification of final decision",[190,191,192,193,194,195,196,197,198,199,200],"Certified graduation certificate or certified letter from educational institution confirming course completion","Academic transcript","Course outline","IELTS Academic Test results (certified copy) - if not exempt","IELTS One Skill Retake Test results - if using Option 3","Certified secondary education results (Years 7-12) showing English instruction - if claiming exemption","Letter from secondary school or relevant education department confirming secondary education in English - if claiming exemption","Certified tertiary education results - if claiming exemption","Statutory Declaration verifying secondary education in English (if certified results unavailable)","Proof of fieldwork hours across minimum two placements","Evidence of qualification in social work",{"authorityCode":25,"pageUrl":202,"pageTitle":203,"requirements":204},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aasw.asn.au\u002Feducation-employment\u002Foptional-migration-assessment\u002F","Optional Migration Assessment | AASW",{"fees":205,"summary":229,"isRelevant":28,"eligibility":230,"processingTime":242,"additionalNotes":243,"applicationSteps":244,"documentsRequired":250},[206,209,213,215,217,220,223,226],{"name":207,"amount":208},"Skilled employment assessment for 1-3 positions (overseas address)","AU $943.64",{"name":210,"notes":211,"amount":212},"Skilled employment assessment for 1-3 positions (Australia address)","Includes GST","AU $1,038.00",{"name":214,"amount":124},"Skilled employment assessment per additional position 4+ (overseas address)",{"name":216,"notes":211,"amount":128},"Skilled employment assessment per additional position 4+ (Australia address)",{"name":218,"amount":219},"Skilled employment assessment for Australian employment 1-3 positions (overseas address)","AU $412.73",{"name":221,"notes":211,"amount":222},"Skilled employment assessment for Australian employment 1-3 positions (Australia address)","AU $454.00",{"name":224,"amount":225},"Doctorate degree assessment (overseas address)","AU $472.72",{"name":227,"notes":211,"amount":228},"Doctorate degree assessment (Australia address)","AU $520.00","This page describes the Optional Migration Assessment offered by AASW, specifically covering skilled employment assessment for post-qualifying social work experience and doctorate degree assessment for migration\u002Femployment purposes in Australia.",[231,232,233,234,235,236,237,238,239,240,241],"Applicant must have had their social work qualifications assessed by AASW with a positive outcome prior to lodging a Skilled Employment application","Minimum 3 years post-qualifying social work employment overseas in the past 10 years, OR minimum 1 year post-qualifying social work employment in Australia in the past 10 years","Employment must be on a fulltime paid basis (minimum 20 hours or more per week)","Employment must be in a position titled as a qualified Social Worker and\u002For where a tertiary qualification in Social Work was required","Employment must be less than 3 months in duration is not considered","Only one overlapping position will be counted for a specific time period","For doctorate assessment: must hold international social work qualification comparable to Bachelor of Social Work or Master of Social Work in Australia, or AASW accredited qualification","For doctorate assessment: must be a PhD in social work comparable to Doctorate of Philosophy in Australia","For doctorate assessment: must demonstrate high level English language skill per AASW English language policy","Unpaid, voluntary, pro-bono work does not count as employment","Maternity leave where not working does not count as paid employment","5 weeks for skilled employment assessment; 7 weeks for doctorate degree assessment","Applicants should use the Guides provided on the website for their specific application type. The AASW cannot provide advice on whether specific employment positions will meet criteria before application is lodged. Employment assessment is based on evidence from the date of lodgement of the application with AASW. Processing is Monday to Thursday (working days only).",[245,246,247,248,150,249],"Create or access your MyAASW account","Review the relevant application guide (Skilled employment\u002Fpost qualifying employment or Doctorate social work qualification guide)","Complete the online application form, marking any non-relevant questions as 'Not Applicable'","Submit your application through the AASW website","Wait for processing (5 weeks for skilled employment assessment, 7 weeks for doctorate assessment)",[251,252,253,254,255,256],"Evidence of previous AASW qualification assessment with positive outcome","Evidence of post-qualifying social work employment (employment contracts, references, payslips)","Proof of identity","For doctorate assessment: previous successful AASW application file reference number OR combined doctorate and migration eligibility assessment application","For doctorate assessment: documentation of PhD qualification in social work","Documentation of any gaps in employment with reasons verified",{"authorityCode":25,"pageUrl":258,"pageTitle":259,"requirements":260},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aasw.asn.au\u002Feducation-employment\u002Fmigration-eligibility-assessment-new-version\u002F","Migration & Eligibility Assessment New Version | AASW",{"fees":261,"summary":262,"isRelevant":28,"eligibility":263,"processingTime":270,"additionalNotes":271,"applicationSteps":272,"documentsRequired":285},[],"This page describes the AASW Migration & Eligibility Assessment (MEA) process for overseas-qualified social workers seeking skills assessment for migration and employment purposes in Australia. It covers eligibility criteria, application procedures, English language requirements, document specifications, and FAQs about the online assessment process.",[264,265,266,267,268,269],"Must be a qualified social worker (completed social work degree)","Must demonstrate English language proficiency via IELTS Academic Test (minimum overall score of 7.0 in one sitting, OR minimum 7.0 in each component across maximum two sittings within 6 months, OR three components at 7.0 plus One Skill Retake at 7.0)","IELTS test results must be obtained within 3 years prior to submission (or 12 months for One Skill Retake option)","Exempt from IELTS if completed secondary and tertiary education (3+ years Bachelor level or higher) taught and assessed in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, or USA","For international qualification recognition: must meet ASWEAS standards (March 2020 V2.2) with minimum 1000 hours fieldwork across minimum two placements","Must have completed all graduation requirements with certified graduation certificate or institutional letter confirming completion","Processing times vary depending on the application type and are listed on the relevant application web page; outcomes will be emailed as soon as possible; priority assessment may be considered for employer-nominated applicants in critical roles","Online applications are mandatory and promote a faster, flowing assessment process. Documents do not need to be certified for online applications. Applicants can check application status in real-time via the MyAASW portal. If additional documents are needed after submission, an additional fee may apply. Priority processing is only available upon employer request with justification. Applicants should contact the MEA team at the provided email address for technical issues, rejections, or application questions. Strong English communication skills are essential for safe professional practice in social work.\"",[273,274,275,276,277,278,279,280,281,282,283,284],"Create or access MyAASW account","Select appropriate application type (International Qualification Recognition, New Zealand Mutual Recognition, International Students, Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485, Renewal\u002FReissue, or Optional Migration Assessment)","Access and review the relevant application guide for your specific application type","Gather all required documents and ensure they are scanned in colour at high quality","Log into MyAASW portal and click Online Application button","Complete the online application form with all required information","Upload all required documents to the online application","Review the application checklist to ensure all necessary documents are included","Proceed to payment screen (final page of application)","Pay applicable fee using debit or credit card","Submit application and receive confirmation email","Monitor application status via MyAASW portal account",[286,287,288,289,290,200,291],"Scanned colour copies of original documents in high quality (certified copies not required for online applications)","For secondary education verification: certified copy of secondary education results, OR certified letter from secondary school\u002Feducation department, OR Statutory Declaration confirming completion of Years 7-12 taught and assessed in English","IELTS Academic Test results (face-to-face at official IDP\u002FBritish Council centre, computer or paper-based)","Certified graduation certificate or certified letter from educational institution confirming completion of all course requirements","Academic transcript and course outline","For exemptions: certified copies of secondary and tertiary education results, or certified letter from educational institutions confirming study was taught and assessed in English",1786354966325]