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Suitable visa
Hi there,
I will take the IELTS in the coming months.
I am an associate member of the Australian Psychological Society. I am curently trying to register as an organsiational pscyhologist.
My qualifications as been assessed by the APS and are comparable to 5 years study in Psychology specialised in social and organisational psychology. After working during 8 years in as a psychologist, I am now working as an inspector in the training sector for the government of New Cal.
I am not sure on what to do next to be able to move to Oz. If anyone has an idea on what visa I should go for or what to do next? Any advise would be much appreciated.
Many Thanks,
Jess
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3 Replies
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Hi again Jess and thanks for your question 🙂
Based on your background and aspirations to work as an Organisational Psychologist, it’s encouraging to note that this occupation (ANZSCO 272313) is listed on Australia’s Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).
This listing opens up several visa pathways for you: 😊
Potential Visa Options:
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Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189): A points-tested visa that doesn’t require employer sponsorship.
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Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): Requires nomination by an Australian state or territory.
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Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491): Requires nomination by a state or territory or sponsorship by an eligible family member residing in regional Australia.
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Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186): Requires employer sponsorship.
Next Steps to Consider:
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Complete Your AHPRA Registration: Ensure you meet all requirements set by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) for practising psychologists.
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Obtain a Positive Skills Assessment: Since your qualifications have been assessed as comparable to five years of study, you may need to bridge the gap to meet the six-year requirement typically expected in Australia. This could involve additional study or supervised practice. The Australian Psychological Society (APS) is the relevant assessing authority.
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Prepare for English Language Testing: Achieving a high score on the IELTS will enhance your points for skilled migration. Typically, a minimum score of 7 in each component is required although the higher the score the better (you will get extra migration points for a higher IELTS result)..
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Assess Your Points: Calculate your points based on factors like age, English proficiency, work experience, and education. A minimum of 65 points is required, but higher scores improve your chances. We have a simple guide to calculating your points here
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Explore State Nomination Opportunities: Research Australian states or territories that have a demand for Organisational Psychologists and consider applying for nomination under the Subclass 190 or 491 visas.
I hope this information helps. If you have further questions or need assistance with specific steps, feel free to ask.
Best regards,
Mark
gettingdownunder.com
Organisational Psychologist - ANZSCO 272313 - Getting Down Under
Applies psychological principles and techniques to study occupational behaviour, working conditions and organisational structure, and solve problems of work
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Tahnk you so much Mark!! Lot of info there and quite encouraging 🙂
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You are welcome, and sorry for the information dump 😊 – once you have had a chance to absorb it all, feel free to reach out if you have further questions.
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