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Australia
Social Worker Visa Route
Skilled Independent (189) / Skilled Nominated (190)
Social work is on the MLTSSL; AASW membership assessment is the recognised pathway.
Easy
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Minimum Salary
A$75,000
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Processing Time
8–16 weeks
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Path to PR
Immediate PR
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Job Offer
Not required
Language requirement:
Competent English (IELTS 7.0 for AASW)
Eligibility requirements
- 1Bachelor or Master of Social Work and AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers) skills assessment
- 2IELTS 7.0 per band for AASW assessment
- 3Minimum 65 points
- 4Age under 45
Document checklist
- Valid passport
- AASW membership application and assessment evidence
- Social work degree and transcripts
- IELTS test results
- Employment reference letters
- Police clearances
- Medical examination
Step-by-step process
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Apply for AASW skills assessment
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Achieve IELTS 7.0 per band
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Submit EOI in SkillSelect
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Receive invitation and lodge visa application
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Complete medical and police checks
Official source
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