Allied Health - Radiographers - Registration 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 Institute of Radiography (AIR)

In each State and Territory, the Australian Institute of Radiography (AIR) Statement of Accreditation is a prerequisite for membership and for recognition as a radiographer, sonographer or radiation therapist. Each Australian state and territory has individual registration/licensing requirements, separate to the AIR’s accreditation process. Please contact the relevant state or territory regulating authority to enquire about registration.

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
Accreditation is compulsory.

Tasmania
Registration is compulsory.

Northern Territory
Registration is compulsory.

Australian Capital Territory
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in the ACT.

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 Institute of Radiography (AIR)
1st Floor, 32 Bedford Street
Collingwood VIC 3066
Postal Address:
PO Box 1169
Collingwood VIC 3066
AUSTRALIA
Telephone: 61 3 9419 3336
Fax: 61 3 9416 0783
Email: air@air.asn.au
Internet: www.air.asn.au

Source: Department of Immigration and Citizenship Website