Allied Health - Physiotherapist in Australia

Skill level

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.

Skills assessment authority

Before you can migrate to Australia as a skilled migrant you must have your skills assessed by the relevant national assessment authority. The assessment authority for your occupation is:

Australian Physiotherapy Council (APC)

The Australian Physiotherapy Council (APC) assesses overseas-trained physiotherapists who wish to be registered to practise in Australia and is also responsible for the oversight of the Australian Standards for Physiotherapy.

Licensing or registration requirements

In many occupations you must be registered with or obtain a license from a local authority in the state or territory where you wish to practise your occupation.

New South Wales
Registration is compulsory.

Victoria
Registration is compulsory.

Queensland
Registration is compulsory.

South Australia
Registration is compulsory.

Western Australia
Registration is compulsory.

Tasmania
Registration is compulsory.

Northern Territory
Registration is compulsory.

Australian Capital Territory
Registration is compulsory.

Additional training

You may require additional training in Australia before you can get your skills recognised, licensed or registered. For more information contact the relevant state or territory licensing or registration body listed above. You can also check with the Overseas Qualifications Unit in your state or territory.

Industry association memberships

You may benefit from becoming a member of a relevant industry association for your occupation. This could help you with your employment prospects, networking, contact with industry and professional development and may provide you with important information and support.

Victoria
Australian Physiotherapy Association (National Office)
Level 3, 201 Fitzroy Street
St Kilda VIC 3182
Telephone: 61 3 9534 9400
Fax: 61 3 9534 9199
Email: national.office@physiotherapy.asn.au
Website: http://www.physiotherapy.asn.au

Source: Department of Immigration and Citizenship Website.