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If you are a qualified teacher planning to migrate to Australia, the AITSL assessment is the mandatory gateway to your skilled visa application. The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership evaluates whether your overseas teaching qualifications meet Australian education standards, and without a positive outcome, your Expression of Interest (EOI) cannot be lodged.
At , we assist teachers from more than 40 countries in preparing complete, accurate, and legally compliant applications to achieve successful assessment outcomes. Our experienced team provides end-to-end support with qualification review, document preparation, supervised teaching evidence verification, and English language requirement guidance to ensure your application meets AITSL standards.
We understand the complexities involved in the migration assessment process and help applicants avoid common mistakes that may lead to delays or refusals. From initial consultation to final submission, we provide professional assistance tailored to your teaching background and nominated occupation, helping you move confidently toward your Australian migration goals.
The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership, commonly known as AITSL, is the government-designated authority responsible for assessing teacher qualifications for skilled migration purposes. It evaluates whether your academic background, initial teacher education, supervised teaching practice, and English language proficiency are aligned to Australian standards.
Unlike most skilled occupations, this is a purely qualifications-based assessment. What matters is how your degree and teacher training are documented.
Teachers applying for the following Australian skilled visas must obtain a positive outcome before lodging a visa application:
Note: Primary School Teacher (ANZSCO 241213) is currently listed on the STSOL, making it ineligible for the Subclass 189 visa, but you can apply through Subclass 190 or Subclass 491 pathways.
The following teacher occupations fall under this assessing authority:
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A minimum of four years of full-time (or equivalent part-time) higher education study, including a recognized Initial Teacher Education (ITE) qualification at AQF Level 7 (Bachelor degree) or higher. At least one year of the study must be specifically in teacher education.
As part of your ITE program, you must complete at least 45 days of supervised teaching practice with actual students in a recognized educational setting. Observation-only placements and simulated practice do not count.
IELTS Academic Component | Minimum Score |
Reading | 7.0 |
Writing | 7.0 |
Speaking | 8.0 |
Listening | 8.0 |
Note: Test results must come from a single sitting that was completed within 24 months of the date of your application.
English Exemption: The IELTS requirement may be waived if you have completed four or more years of higher education (including an ITE qualification) in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, or the United States.
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility Make sure your credentials, practice teaching hours, and (if relevant) English proficiency meet the requirements for the particular teaching profession you have selected.
Step 2: Select Your Teacher Occupation Choose the ANZSCO code that best matches your teaching qualification. This decision directly affects your visa pathway, so choosing the correct one is important.
Step 3: Gather and Certify Your Documents Collect all required documents as per your occupation checklist. Non-English documents must be supported by certified translations.
Step 4: Submit via the Online Portal Create an account on the AITSL Applicant Portal, complete the application form, upload all documents simultaneously, and pay the application fee. Changes cannot be made after submission.
Step 5: Wait for your Outcome Assessment-ready applications are usually completed within 4 to 6 weeks. Your outcome statement is issued through the My eQuals platform and is valid for 2 years from the date of issue.
Step 6: Optional: Request a Skilled Employment Statement (SES) Once you hold a positive Skills Assessment Certificate, you can request an SES to strengthen your points score for skilled migration.
Here is a detailed summary of the current official costs (effective July 1, 2025) before you apply:
Service | Fee (AUD) |
Skills Assessment Application | $1,154 |
Appeal of Assessment Outcome | $904 |
Skilled Employment Statement (SES) | $255 |
Partial Refund (if assessment is not yet commenced) | $946 |
Processing Time: Most complete, assessment-ready applications are finalized within 4 to 6 weeks from submission. Uncertified translations, incorrect occupation checklists, incomplete applications, and missing documents all result in delays that cannot be corrected. Priority processing is not available.
Important: An appeal costs almost as much as the original application. That’s why getting your submission right the first time is always the most cost-effective approach.
Applying for a teacher skills assessment can be more complicated than it seems. Choosing a wrong occupation, an incomplete work experience record, or a minimum IELTS score can result in delays of results or even rejection or a costly appeal (which carries the same fee as the original application).
Our team at CDRAustraliaEngineer has supported professionals from 40+ countries across all major assessing bodies, including teachers, engineers, ICT professionals, and healthcare workers.
What we do for you:
✔ Free eligibility check before you commit to any fees
✔ Correct ANZSCO occupation identification based on your qualification
✔ Document gap analysis and preparation checklist
✔ Coordination of certified translations where required
✔ Full application review before portal submission
✔ Post-outcome support, clarification requests, and appeal guidance
Don’t let a documentation error stand between you and your Australian teaching career. Our team reviews your profile, identifies any gaps, and ensures your application is submission-ready before you pay a single dollar to the assessing body.
No. The assessment is entirely qualifications-based. Teaching experience completed before or after your initial teacher education qualification is not considered.
You are not required to use one. However, errors or missing documents in your application cannot be corrected after submission and there is no fast-track option. Many applicants find that professional review saves significant time and money.
No. Registration is not required to apply. However, if you plan to teach in Australia after migration, you will need to obtain state or territory teacher registration separately; this is a distinct process from the migration skills assessment.
A positive outcome statement is valid for 2 years from the date of issue. It cannot be renewed, you would need to reapply.
You will receive a formal letter explaining the reason(s). You may request clarification via email, and if you disagree with the outcome, you can lodge a formal appeal within 60 days. An appeal fee applies. We assist with resubmissions and appeals.
No. There is no priority processing. All applications are assessed in the order received which is why submitting a complete, correct application as early as possible is essential.
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