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Skills Assessment Authorities

Every assessing authority, mapped to your profession.

A positive skills assessment is mandatory for skilled migration. Filter by profession to find the right body — then let us prepare a confident, complete submission.

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Each occupation is assessed by a designated authority. Filter the directory by profession to identify the right body for your nominated occupation.

EA
Engineering
EA
Engineers Australia
Assesses all engineering disciplines.
Typical applicants
Civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, mining & software engineers
ACS
ICT
ACS
Australian Computer Society
Assesses ict & technology occupations.
Typical applicants
Developers, analysts, network & cyber-security professionals
VETA
Management
VETASSESS
Vocational Education & Training Assessment Services
Assesses professional, managerial & general occupations.
Typical applicants
Marketing, HR, project & general managers and many trades
AHPR
Medical & Allied Health
AHPRA
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
Assesses registered health practitioners.
Typical applicants
Doctors, pharmacists, physiotherapists & allied health
ANMA
Healthcare
ANMAC
Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council
Assesses nursing & midwifery.
Typical applicants
Registered nurses, enrolled nurses & midwives
TRA
Trades
TRA
Trades Recognition Australia
Assesses skilled technical trades.
Typical applicants
Electricians, plumbers, welders, fitters & mechanics
CPA
Accounting
CPA
CPA Australia
Assesses accounting & finance.
Typical applicants
Accountants, finance managers & auditors
CAAN
Accounting
CAANZ
Chartered Accountants ANZ
Assesses chartered accounting.
Typical applicants
Chartered accountants & external auditors
IPA
Accounting
IPA
Institute of Public Accountants
Assesses public accounting.
Typical applicants
Accountants, taxation & corporate treasury professionals
IML
Management
IML
Institute of Managers & Leaders
Assesses management occupations.
Typical applicants
Senior managers, directors & specialist managers
AITS
Teaching
AITSL
Australian Institute for Teaching & School Leadership
Assesses school teaching.
Typical applicants
Early childhood, primary & secondary school teachers
AIMS
Science & Laboratory
AIMS
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
Assesses medical & laboratory science.
Typical applicants
Medical laboratory scientists & technologists
ASMI
Medical & Allied Health
ASMIRT
Aust. Society of Medical Imaging & Radiation Therapy
Assesses medical radiation.
Typical applicants
Radiographers, sonographers & radiation therapists
ACWA
Healthcare
ACWA
Australian Community Workers Association
Assesses community & welfare.
Typical applicants
Welfare, community & youth workers
APC
Healthcare
APC
Australian Pharmacy Council
Assesses pharmacy.
Typical applicants
Pharmacists & pharmacy professionals
ADC
Medical & Allied Health
ADC
Australian Dental Council
Assesses dentistry.
Typical applicants
Dentists, dental hygienists & therapists
VETA
Trades
VETASSESS (Trades)
VETASSESS Trades
Assesses technical trades pathway.
Typical applicants
Cabinetmakers, chefs, bakers & specialist trades
AASW
Healthcare
AASW
Australian Association of Social Workers
Assesses social work.
Typical applicants
Social workers across health & community sectors
Authorities by Category
Engineering1
Healthcare4
Medical & Allied Health3
ICT1
Trades2
Accounting3
Management2
Teaching1
Science & Laboratory1
Why It Matters

The assessment that unlocks every skilled visa.

A positive skills assessment confirms that your qualifications and experience meet the Australian standard for your nominated occupation. It is a prerequisite for GSM and most employer sponsored visas — and it must be valid when you are invited.

Choosing the wrong authority, or submitting incomplete evidence, is one of the most common and costly early mistakes. We confirm the correct body, structure your documentation, and present your case to give it the best chance of a positive outcome.

Get Assessment Guidance
Right Body
We match your occupation to its designated authority.
Complete Evidence
Documentation structured to meet the standard.
Valid at Invitation
Timed so your assessment is current when it counts.
Occupation Strategy
Aligned to the visa and state best suited to you.
Frequently Asked

Skills assessment questions

How do I know which authority assesses my occupation?+
Every occupation on the skilled lists is tied to a specific assessing authority. We confirm the correct body for your exact occupation code before you begin — choosing the wrong one wastes time and money.
How long is a skills assessment valid?+
Validity varies by authority, but most assessments are valid for a set period (commonly up to three years). Your assessment must be valid at the time you are invited to apply, so timing is part of the strategy we manage.
Can my work experience be assessed even without a degree?+
In many cases, yes. Several authorities — particularly for trades and certain professional occupations — recognise skilled work experience and vocational qualifications. The right pathway depends on your occupation and evidence.
What happens after a positive assessment?+
A positive assessment lets you claim points for your skilled occupation and lodge an Expression of Interest for GSM, or proceed with an employer sponsored application. We move directly into your visa strategy from there.
Related Visa Pathways

Where your assessment leads

Skilled PR
General Skilled Migration
189, 190 and 491 — points-tested PR pathways.
Learn more →
Sponsored
Employer Sponsored Visas
482, 186 and 407 work-based routes.
Learn more →
Elite
National Innovation Visa
For exceptional, globally recognised talent.
Learn more →
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Not sure which authority is right for you?

Tell us your occupation and we’ll confirm the correct assessing body and prepare a complete, confident submission.

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