Occupational Therapist
ANZSCO 252411 (MLTSSL) — eligible for Subclass 189, 190, and 491 visas.
Australia PR · Skills assessment guide
Occupational Therapy Council (OTC) Assessment Guide
The Occupational Therapy Council of Australia (OTC) is the designated assessing authority for Occupational Therapists (ANZSCO 252411). MovesEdu guides qualified OTs through Stage 1 desktop qualification assessment and Stage 2 supervised practice.
Please note: MovesEdu provides migration advisory assistance; professional standards and assessment determinations rest with the OTC.
Section 01
What is the OTC?
The OTC assesses international occupational therapy qualifications for skilled migration and registration.
WFOT Accreditation
Qualifications from institutions accredited by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists receive accelerated assessment.
Clinical Fieldwork
Requires a minimum of 1,000 hours of documented fieldwork/clinical placement.
Direct PR Pathway
Occupational therapists enjoy high invitation rates across all Australian states.
Assessment criteria, occupation lists and requirements are set by Occupational Therapy Council of Australia and the Australian Government and are subject to change without notice. Always verify current requirements on the official website before applying.
Section 02
What OTC assesses
OTC Assessment Stages
OTC Pathways
| Stage | Focus |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: Desktop Assessment | Evaluation of tertiary qualifications and minimum 1,000 fieldwork hours. |
| Stage 2: Supervised Practice | Period of supervised practice undertaken upon arrival in Australia (for full registration). |
Indicative only. Your eligibility depends on your specific qualification, role and years of experience matched against the current ANZSCO occupation description.
Section 03
Who can apply?
Requires an occupational therapy degree meeting WFOT standards and English language competence.
Degree Standard: Bachelor or Master degree in Occupational Therapy from a WFOT-approved institution.
Fieldwork: At least 1,000 hours of clinical fieldwork across diverse practice settings.
English Requirement: IELTS Academic 7.0 (no band below 7.0) or OET Grade B in all four components.
Section 04
Required documents checklist
Document requirements vary by occupation and individual profile. A personalised checklist is prepared after a professional profile review.
- Certified passport biodata page
- OT degree certificate and complete academic transcripts
- Official university verification of 1,000+ clinical placement hours
- Current professional registration / license to practice
- English test certificate (IELTS or OET)
Section 05
The assessment process, step by step
How a OTC application moves from profile review to outcome.
- 01
Fieldwork Verification
Gathering university breakdown of clinical hours.
- 02
OTC Stage 1 Lodgement
Submit Stage 1 desktop assessment to OTC.
- 03
Interim Certificate
Receive OTC certificate for SkillSelect EOI lodgement.
- 04
PR Visa Lodgement
Apply for PR visa under priority healthcare processing.
Section 06
Processing time
OTC Stage 1 desktop assessment: approximately 6–8 weeks.
Section 07
Fees
Published OTC rates, as at July 2026. Figures exclude visa charges and MovesEdu professional service fees.
OTC Fee Structure (AUD)
| Service | Fee (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 Desktop Qualification Assessment | $1,350 AUD |
Fees are subject to change without notice — always confirm current fees on www.otcouncil.com.au before applying.
Section 08
Common reasons for a negative outcome
A negative or partial result can significantly affect your points score and visa eligibility — which is why accurate preparation from the outset matters.
- Fieldwork hours falling short of the mandatory 1,000 hours
- Qualification not awarded in a dedicated occupational therapy program
Section 09
Why choose MovesEdu Immigration?
MovesEdu assists healthcare practitioners in documenting clinical hours accurately.
Fieldwork Compliance Check: Ensuring your clinical placement breakdown meets OTC standards
Priority Invitation Access: Fast-track visa processing for allied health professionals
MovesEdu Immigration is an independent migration consultancy. We are not Occupational Therapy Council of Australia, the Department of Home Affairs, or any Australian government body, and we do not determine or influence assessment outcomes.
Section 10 · Frequently asked questions
OTC, answered.
Yes. The OTC Stage 1 desktop assessment certificate is accepted by the Department of Home Affairs to lodge your EOI and permanent visa application.
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