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Updated Information for Healthcare Professionals (2024)
The Skills in Demand (SID) visa has reformed the previous Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa (subclass 482), offering improved and clearer pathways to permanent residency for healthcare workers. Many essential healthcare professions are included on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), making them eligible for priority processing. However, it's important to note that processing times are estimates and can vary based on application specifics.
Eligible Healthcare Professions
Medical Practitioners
- General Practitioner
- Specialist
- Surgeon
Nurses
- Registered Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner
- Midwife
Allied Health
- Physiotherapist
- Occupational Therapist
- Speech Pathologist
Mental Health
- Psychologist
- Psychiatrist
- Mental Health Nurse
Pharmacy
- Hospital Pharmacist
- Community Pharmacist
Specialists
- Medical Imaging
- Pathology
- Anaesthetist
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Skills Assessment Requirements
Medical Practitioners - AMC (Standard Pathway)
- Primary source verification:Medical credentials verified through EPIC
- English language requirements:Proficiency through recognised tests (OET/IELTS)
- AMC examinations:AMC CAT MCQ Exam (Part 1) + AMC Clinical Exam (Part 2)
Nurses - ANMAC (For Migration Purposes)
- Qualification Assessment:ANMAC assesses nursing qualifications against Australian standards
- English Proficiency Test:Required only for Full Skills Assessment
- AHPRA Registration:Not required for skills assessment but determines assessment type
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