PHARMACY TECHNICIAN Alternative Title: Dispensary Technician Fills and labels patients' prescriptions under the supervision of a Pharmacist. May record details of, place orders for, take stock of, and store medications and medical supplies and deliver them to patients. Skill Level: 2

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Australian visa options for Dispensary Technician (Pharmacy Technician)

Employer Sponsorship

Permanent

491 Visa

Permanent

482 TSS Visa

Skilled Occupation

ANZSCO Code

Assessing Authority

189 Visa

190 Visa

State

Family

186 Visa (DE)

186 Visa TRT

494 Visa

All area

Regional area

Pharmacy Technician

311215

VETASSESS

Visa processing times-months (75%)

9

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17

Business Visas Assessment

Visa processing times-months (90%)

12

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19

Inapplicability conditions (for a TSS visa):

187 visa - TRT stream

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Pharmacy Technician categories in Group D.

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Sponsorship options for Pharmacy Technician
190 Visa Sponsorship				491 Visa Sponsorship
New South Wales (NSW) (Sydney) State Visa Sponsorship
NSW		NSW’s Subclass 190 Visa Allocation: 2023-24: 2,650 places 2024-25: 3,000 places		NSW		NSW’s Subclass 491 Visa Allocation: 2023-24: 1,500 places 2024-25: 2,000 places
NSW		New South Wales 190 Visa Group: Medical Technicians 3112 Available to Onshore and Offshore candidates; The selection process is extremely competitive. To meet NSW requirements the applicant will need to have genuinely resided in NSW for a minimum period of three months OR currently employed in NSW OR have continuously resided offshore for the past three months.		NSW Regional areas 491 Visa
						Pathway 1 (Stream A) Available to applicants who have been living and working in their nominated occupation, or a closely related occupation, in a designated regional area of NSW, for at least the previous 6 months with the same regional NSW-based employer; Minimum of the TSMIT salary level (prorated if under 38 hours per week): $73,150
						Pathway 2 (Stream B) Available to applicants who currently residing in NSW, or offshore, and have continuously done so for a minimum period of three months High-ranking EOIs in occupations outside of the NSW target sectors may be taken into consideration during invitation rounds;
						Pathway 3 To apply under pathway 3, recent graduates from a regional NSW institution must meet the following criteria: Completed a bachelor's degree or higher in the last two years, related to their nominated occupation. The study must qualify for points under 'Study in regional Australia' and be reflected in their SkillSelect EOI. Must currently reside in NSW or Offshore and have lived there for at least three months continuously.
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Victoria State Nomination (VIC) (Melbourne)
VIC		Victoria Subclass 190 Visa Allocation 2023-24: 2,700 places 2024-25: 3,000 places		VIC		Victoria Subclass 491 Visa Allocation 2023-24: 600 places 2024-25: 2,000 places
VIC		Victoria 190 Visa Any occupation on the Department of Home Affairs skilled occupation lists is eligible to submit a Registration of Interest; There are no employment or work requirements for Victorian nomination for a subclass 190 visa. If you made annual earnings claims in your Registration of Interest, if selected you will be required to provide evidence of your annual earnings in the nomination application. If the applicant is living in Australia, they must be currently living in Victoria at the time of nomination to be eligible for Victorian Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa nomination. Offshore applicants are also eligible to apply for Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa nomination.		VIC		Victoria 491 Visa Any occupation on the Department of Home Affairs skilled occupation lists is eligible to submit a Registration of Interest; If the applicant is onshore, they must be living and working in regional Victoria in skilled employment at the time of nomination. This requirement does not apply to offshore applicants or recent Victorian graduates holding a subclass 500 Student visa or a subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa. The Department of Home Affairs has classified some outer suburbs of Melbourne as part of the regional Victoria Eligible Postcodes in Victoria: 3211 to 3232, 3235, 3240, 3328, 3330 to 3333, 3340 and 3342,3097 to 3099, 3139, 3233 to 3234, 3236 to 3239, 3241 to 3325, 3329, 3334, 3341, 3345 to 3424, 3430 to 3799, 3809 to 3909, 3912 to 3971 and 3978 to 3996
VIC		Victoria Graduates 190 Visa		VIC		Victoria Graduates 491 Visa
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Queensland (QLD) State Visa Sponsorship (Brisbane)
QLD		Queensland’s Quota for Subclass 190 Visa 2023-24: 900 places 2024-25: 600 places		QLD		Queensland’s Quota for Subclass 491 Visa 2023-24: 650 places 2024-25: 600 places
QLD		Queensland 190 Visa - Offshore		QLD		Queensland 491 Visa - Offshore
QLD		Working in Queensland Pathway: have a points-test result of 65 or higher have Proficient English or higher (e.g. PTE +65, IELTS +7,...) The applicant must have been living and working in Queensland for at least the last six months. This work experience must have been completed after obtaining their qualification, closely related to their nominated occupation, and for at least 30 hours per week. Additionally, at the time of submitting the EOI for Queensland nomination, the applicant must still be employed in a role that meets these criteria; and Applicants need to show proof of ongoing employment (a minimum of 30 hours per week) in their nominated occupation for an additional twelve months at the time of submitting their EOI.		QLD		Working in Regional Queensland Pathway: have a points-test result of 65 or higher (inclusive of state nomination points); have Proficient English or higher (e.g. PTE +65, IELTS +7,...) Applicants are required to show proof of residing and working at least 30 hours per week in regional Queensland for at least the last 3 months in their nominated or closely related occupation when submitting their EOI and must maintain this employment status throughout the EOI assessment; and Applicants must provide evidence of ongoing employment (minimum 30 hours per week) in regional Queensland for an additional six months at the time of submitting their EOI in their nominated occupation. Eligible Postcodes: 4019–4022, 4025, 4037, 4074, 4076–4078, 4124–4125, 4133, 4183–4184, 4207–4275, 4280–4287, 4300–4301, 4303–4498, 4500–4512, 4514–4519, 4521, 4550–4575, 4580–4895
QLD		QLD Graduates Pathway - 190 visa This pathway is for graduates who have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or higher qualification at a university in Queensland in a priority field (including Agriculture and Environment, Engineering and Related Technologies, Education, Health, Information Technology and Natural and Physical Sciences). To be eligible for this pathway, the applicants need a points test result of 65 or more (including state nomination points), completed 100% of their studies in Queensland, and graduated after 1 July 2022. Additional Requiremnts: Have at least proficient English Applicants must have been living and working in Queensland for at least the last 6 months. The work experience must have been gained after obtaining the relevant qualification, in a Skill Level 1 occupation, and involve a minimum of 30 hours per week. Additionally, the applicant must still be employed in a role that meets these requirements at the time of submitting their EOI. Graduates should provide evidence that their employment is ongoing for a further 12 months.		QLD		QLD Graduates Pathway - 491 visa This pathway is for graduates who have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or higher qualification at a university in Queensland in a priority field (including Agriculture and Environment, Engineering and Related Technologies, Education, Health, Information Technology and Natural and Physical Sciences). To be eligible for this pathway, the applicants need a points test result of 65 or more (including state nomination points), completed 100% of their studies in Queensland, and graduated after 1 July 2022. Additional Requiremnts: Have at least proficient English Applicants must have been living and working in Queensland for at least the last 3 months. The work experience must have been gained after obtaining the relevant qualification, in a Skill Level 1 occupation, and involve a minimum of 30 hours per week. Additionally, the applicant must still be employed in a role that meets these requirements at the time of submitting their EOI. Graduates should provide evidence that their employment is ongoing for a further 6 months.
QLD				QLD		Queensland 491 Visa Small Business Owner Pathway This pathway is designed for migrants presently residing in regional Queensland who own and operate a small business. Eligibility criteria include having an occupation listed on the Home Affairs Legislative Instrument LIN 19/051, a positive skills assessment in one of those occupations. The applicant must provide proof of sole ownership of the business; partnerships or joint ventures are not considered eligible.The applicant needs to work for the business for 30 hours per week for at least six months. The Small Business Owner (SBO) stream offers two distinct pathways: Pathway 1 - (Purchase of business) requires purchasing an existing registered business for at least $100,000, employing an Australian resident, and having the business operational for a minimum of six months before lodging an EOI. The business being bought must have been in operation at its current location for a minimum of two years just before the purchase. Eligible Postcodes: 4370-4390, 4400-4428, 4454-4498, 4570-4571, 4580-4895 (If the usiness purchased after 1 September 2024 (date of contract)). All QLD 491 regional postcodes (If the applicant has signed the contract of business purchase before 1 September 2024,) Pathway 2 - (Start-ups) necessitates starting and continuously running a business for at least two years, with the business generating a profit and having a turnover of $200,000 in the twelve months before submitting an EOI. Eligible Postcodes: 4019–4022, 4025, 4037, 4074, 4076–4078, 4124–4125, 4133, 4183–4184, 4207–4275, 4280–4287, 4300–4301, 4303–4498, 4500–4512, 4514–4519, 4521, 4550–4575, 4580–4895. It is strongly recommended that you seek legal and financial advice before making the decision to pursue this stream.
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Nomination by South Australia State Government (SA) (Adelaide)
SA		Subclass 190 Visa Nomination Allocation for South Australia 2023-24 Program:1,100 places 2024-25: 3000 places		SA		Subclass 491 Visa Nomination Allocation for South Australia 2023-24 Program:1,200 places 2024-25: 800 places
SA		South Australia 190 Visa Applicant's Location: South Australia Stream: South Australian Graduates Minimum EOI Points: 65 Visa Subclass: 190/491 Skill-Level: Skill level 2 South Australian Graduate You must have completed at least a Diploma qualification in South Australia that meets the South Australian study requirements Eligible SA Graduates working full-time in South Australia, and in employment closely related to their nominated occupation, are able to register their interest for SA nomination. Applicant's Location: South Australia Stream: Skilled Employment in South Australia Minimum EOI Points: 65 Visa Subclass: 190/491 Skill-Level: Skill level 2		SA		South Australia 491 Visa Applicant's Location: South Australia Stream: South Australian Graduates Minimum EOI Points: 65 Visa Subclass: 190/491 Skill-Level: Skill level 2 South Australian Graduate You must have completed at least a Diploma qualification in South Australia that meets the South Australian study requirements Eligible SA Graduates working full-time in South Australia, and in employment closely related to their nominated occupation, are able to register their interest for SA nomination. Applicant's Location: South Australia Stream: Skilled Employment in South Australia Minimum EOI Points: 65 Visa Subclass: 190/491 Skill-Level: Skill level 2
SA		Applicant's Location: South Australia Stream: Outer Regional Skilled Employment Minimum EOI Points: 65 Visa Subclass: 190/491 Skill-Level: Skill level 2 Eligible temporary visa holders working full-time in Outer Regional South Australia, and in employment closely related to their nominated occupation, are able to register their interest for SA nomination. Applicant's Location: Offshore Stream: Offshore Minimum EOI Points: 65 Visa Subclass: 190/491 Skill-Level: Skill level 2 Top ranking offshore candidates who have submitted an Expression of Interest in the Department of Home Affairs' SkillSelect may be invited to apply for South Australian nomination.		SA		Applicant's Location: South Australia Stream: Outer Regional Skilled Employment Minimum EOI Points: 65 Visa Subclass: 190/491 Skill-Level: Skill level 2 Eligible temporary visa holders working full-time in Outer Regional South Australia, and in employment closely related to their nominated occupation, are able to register their interest for SA nomination. Applicant's Location: Offshore Stream: Offshore Minimum EOI Points: 65 Visa Subclass: 190/491 Skill-Level: Skill level 2 Top ranking offshore candidates who have submitted an Expression of Interest in the Department of Home Affairs' SkillSelect may be invited to apply for South Australian nomination.
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Skilled Migration Western Australia State Nomination (WA) (Perth)
WA		Western Australia's Nomination Quota for 190 Visa 2023-24: 1,500 places 2024-25: 3,000 places		WA		Western Australia's Nomination Quota for 491 visa 2023-24: 850 places 2024-25: 2,000 places
WA		Western Australia 190 Visa Priority Occupation Stream: General - WASMOL Schedule 1; Status: Available Industry Sector: Healthcare and Social Assistance: Hospitals, Medical and Other Health Care Services The applicants needs a minimum of one year of Australian post-qualification work experience OR one year of overseas work experience, in paid employment, with a weekly commitment of at least 20 hours. This experience should be within the last 10 years and in the nominated occupation or a closely related one. IELTS score of at least 6 in all bands or equivalent in other accepted language tests. IELTS exemption: citizens of UK, Ireland, USA, Canada and New Zealand. Have an employment contract for full-time employment for at least 6 months in Western Australia in the nominated (or closely related) occupation. WA INVITATION ROUND - 190 Visa Minimum EOI score WA residents Outside WA applicants Nov 2023 Schedule 1/2 65 75 Aug 2024 Schedule 1/2 85 NA Sep 2024 Schedule 1/2 80 NA Oct 2024 Schedule 1/2 80 NA Nov 2024 Schedule 1/2 75 NA		WA		Western Australia 491 Visa Priority Occupation Stream: General - WASMOL Schedule 1; Status: Available Industry Sector: Healthcare and Social Assistance: Hospitals, Medical and Other Health Care Services The applicants needs a minimum of one year of Australian post-qualification work experience OR one year of overseas work experience, in paid employment, with a weekly commitment of at least 20 hours. This experience should be within the last 10 years and in the nominated occupation or a closely related one. IELTS score of at least 6 in all bands or equivalent in other accepted language tests. IELTS exemption: citizens of UK, Ireland, USA, Canada and New Zealand. Expressions of Interest will be prioritised as follows: Currently residing in Western Australia Currently residing offshore or in another Australian state or territory Occupations in priority WA Industry sectors (in no particular order): building and construction; healthcare and social assistance; hospitality and tourism; and education and training. Occupations in all other WA industry sectors highest EOI points score oldest EOI submission date WA INVITATION ROUND - 491 Visa Minimum EOI score WA residents Outside WA applicants Nov 2023 Schedule 1/2 65 75 Aug 2024 Schedule 1/2 85 NA Sep 2024 Schedule 1/2 80 NA Oct 2024 Schedule 1/2 80 NA Nov 2024 Schedule 1/2 75 NA
WA		Western Australia Graduates 190 Visa Priority Occupation Stream: Graduate; Status: Available Avaliable to applicants who have completed the following qualifications or a combination of studies from accredited educational institutions in Western Australia for at least two years (full-time and face-to-face). - a university or higher education qualification (registered by TEQSA). This includes a PhD, Masters, Bachelor or higher degree (Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma); and/or - a vocational education and training (VET) qualification at a Certificate III level or above (registered by ASQA). IELTS score of at least 6 in all bands or OET score of at least B in all bands or TOEFL-iBT (L12/R13/W21/S18) or PTE Academic (50 in all bands) or Cambridge English Advanced (CEA) (169 in all skills). IELTS exemption: citizens of UK, Ireland, USA, Canada and New Zealand. WA INVITATION ROUND - 190 Visa Minimum EOI score WA residents Outside WA applicants Nov 2023 PHD & Masters WA Graduate 70 NA Aug 2024 WA Graduate 85 NA Sep 2024 WA Graduate 90 NA Oct 2024 WA Graduate 85 NA Nov 2024 WA Graduate 70 NA		WA		Western Australia Graduates 491 Visa Priority Occupation Stream: Graduate; Status: Available Avaliable to applicants who have completed the following qualifications or a combination of studies from accredited educational institutions in Western Australia for at least two years (full-time and face-to-face). - a university or higher education qualification (registered by TEQSA). This includes a PhD, Masters, Bachelor or higher degree (Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma); and/or - a vocational education and training (VET) qualification at a Certificate III level or above (registered by ASQA). IELTS score of at least 6 in all bands or OET score of at least B in all bands or TOEFL-iBT (L12/R13/W21/S18) or PTE Academic (50 in all bands) or Cambridge English Advanced (CEA) (169 in all skills). IELTS exemption: citizens of UK, Ireland, USA, Canada and New Zealand. Expressions of Interest will be prioritised as follows: Currently residing in Western Australia Currently residing offshore or in another Australian state or territory Occupations in priority WA Industry sectors (in no particular order): building and construction; healthcare and social assistance; hospitality and tourism; education and training. Completed a PhD or Masters qualification in Western Australia for Higher education graduates Stream / Completed a VET qualification at Advanced Diploma level in Western Australia for VET graduates Stream Completed a Honours degree or other higher degree in Western Australia for Higher education graduates Stream / Completed a VET qualification at Diploma level in Western Australia for VET graduates Stream for VET graduates Stream Completed a Bachelor degree in Western Australia for Higher education graduates Stream/ Completed a VET qualification at Certificate III or IV level in Western Australia for VET graduates Stream Completed a VET qualification at Certificate III level in Western Australia for VET graduates Stream Highest EOI points score Oldest EOI submission date WA INVITATION ROUND - 491 Visa Minimum EOI score WA residents Outside WA applicants Nov 2023 PHD & Masters WA Graduate 70 NA Aug 2024 WA Graduate 85 NA Sep 2024 WA Graduate 90 NA Oct 2024 WA Graduate 85 NA Nov 2024 WA Graduate 70 NA
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Northern Territory (NT) (Darwin) Government Visa Sponsorship
NT		NT’s allocation for subclass 190 visa 2023-24: 250 places 2024-25: 800 places		NT		NT’s allocation for subclass 491 visa 2023-24:400 places 2024-25: 800 places
NT		Northern Territory 190 Visa _______________________________________ Priority Occupation Stream - For Offshore Applicants Financial capacity Two years of skilled work experience in the past 5 years in nominated occupation   - Processing times Offshore applicants: six to eight months - Cost of application: AUD 300		NT		Northern Territory 491 Visa _______________________________________ Priority Occupation Stream - For Offshore Applicants Financial capacity Two years of skilled work experience in the past 5 years in nominated occupation   - Processing times Offshore applicants: six to eight months - Cost of application: AUD 300 Postcodes: Entire territory (including Darwin, Palmerston, Alice Springs, Katherine and Nhulunbuy)
NT		Job Offer Stream - For Offshore Applicants To be eligible for this stream, offshore applicants must have a job offer from an NT business or organization that has been operating in the NT for at least 12 months. The job offer must be for a position in the applicant's nominated occupation and must be based in the NT. Applicants need to have at least two years of skilled work experience in the past 5 years in their nominated occupation		NT		Job Offer Stream - For Offshore Applicants To be eligible for this stream, offshore applicants must have a job offer from an NT business or organization that has been operating in the NT for at least 12 months. The job offer must be for a position in the applicant's nominated occupation and must be based in the NT. Applicants need to have at least two years of skilled work experience in the past 5 years in their nominated occupation
NT		NT Family Stream - For Offshore Applicants To be eligible for this stream, applicants or their partner must have an eligible relative in the NT who is an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, an eligible New Zealand citizen, or holds one of the eligible visas(eg 491 494 489 visas or a bridging visa granted in association with an application for a Skilled Regional Visa subclass 887 or Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) subclass 191 visa), Applicants must have at least two years of skilled work experience in their nominated occupation within the past five years;		NT		NT Family Stream - For Offshore Applicants To be eligible for this stream, applicants or their partner must have an eligible relative in the NT who is an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, an eligible New Zealand citizen, or holds one of the eligible visas(eg 491 494 489 visas or a bridging visa granted in association with an application for a Skilled Regional Visa subclass 887 or Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) subclass 191 visa), Applicants must have at least two years of skilled work experience in their nominated occupation within the past five years
NT		NT Residents For applicants who have been residing and working in the NT for at least two consecutive years and are able to show that the employment is available for at least a further 12 months. Generally, the applicant need to work in their nominated occupation or an occupation that is related to the nominated occupation.		NT		NT Residents For applicants who have been residing in the NT for at least 12 consecutive months; demonstrate full-time employment in the NT in an eligible occupation for at least six consecutive months immediately prior to applying for NT nomination and demonstrate that the employment is available for at least a further 12 months. Generally, the applicant need to work in their nominated occupation or an occupation that is related to the nominated occupation. - An exception may be considered. Northern Territory residents may be eligible for nomination if they have worked in a critical sector (health, aged and disabled care, education and childcare, hospitality) in the NT for a minimum of 6 months, even if they haven't been employed in their nominated or related occupation for that duration.
NT		NT Graduates in the NT Applicants who have completed one or more qualifications following a two-year study at an NT-based institution, either within a single tertiary course or a set of nested tertiary courses, may be eligible to apply. NT Graduates may apply for a 190 visa if they have lived in the NT for at least six months immediately after the date of completion of their last qualification, while holding a 485 visa or a bridging visa associated with a subclass 485 visa application; This requirement does not apply to graduates who completed all their Australian studies in the NT and cannot qualify for a Temporary Graduate subclass 485 visa solely because of the age limit. Applicants are also requird to show genuine efforts to obtain employment from an NT employer in their nominated occupation or a closely related skilled occupation.		NT		NT Graduates in the NT Applicants who have completed one or more qualifications following a two-year study at an NT-based institution, either within a single tertiary course or a set of nested tertiary courses, may be eligible to apply. NT Graduates must demonstrate genuine and consistent efforts and progress towards securing employment with an NT employer in their nominated occupation or a closely related skilled occupation..
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Australian Capital Territory (ACT) (Canberra) Visa Sponsorship
ACT		ACT’s allocation for subclass 190 visa: 2023-24: 600 places 2024-25: 1,000 places ACT INVITATION ROUND - 190 Visa Minimum Matrix score Canberra residents Overseas applicants May 2024 80 110 April 2024 100 110 August 2024 85 110 Sep 2024 85 110 Oct 2024 85 110		ACT		ACT’s allocation for subclass 491 visa: 2023-24: 600 places 2024-25: 800 places ACT INVITATION ROUND - 491 Visa Minimum Matrix score Canberra residents Overseas applicants May 2024 70 100 April 2024 90 105 August 2024 80 100 Sep 2024 80 100 Oct 2024 80 100
ACT		Canberra 190 Visa Canberra Matrix: Applicants should express an interest in applying for ACT 190 or 491 nomination by completing a score-based Canberra Matrix where they are allocated points against demonstrated economic contribution or benefit and/or a genuine commitment to be part of the ACT community. Canberra residents You must meet the following minimum criteria before you are eligible to express an interest in ACT 190 nomination: you need to have resided in Canberra for a minimum of six months at the time of submitting the Canberra Matrix, and this residency must be maintained until the invitation date. You are allowed to live within a 30-minute commuting distance in New South Wales, such as in places like Queanbeyan, Jerrabomberra, and Googong. You must meet one of the following three criteria: 1 - Emplyee and/or Self-employed Your nominated occupation is on the ACT Critical Skills List; (Pharmacy Technician has been in ACT CRITICAL SKILLS LIST - April 2023) 2 - Emplyee on a TSS visa (457/482): You are the primary holder of a subclass 457/482 visa sponsored by an ACT employer; For the past three months, you have been employed in your nominated occupation by an ACT employer who is sponsoring you. It is not mandatory for your nominated occupation to be listed on the ACT Critical Skills List. 3 - Small Business Owner You are the majority owner of a eligible registered business located in the ACT (ineligible businesses: Sub tenancy, ride-share, taxi, delivery, courier services or an on-sold business previously used to qualify for ACT nomination.) It is required that you have worked for a minimum of 30 hours per week in at least 26 out of the 30 weeks preceding the submission You must be in paid employment. Internships, stipends, scholarships and volunteer positions are not considered employment for this criterion. Your income must not be less than the relevant award or market salary rate. If you are employed by an interstate employer while working in Canberra, it is necessary to have a valid and legitimate reason for being physically based in Canberra. Working remotely or from a home office is not permissible. If you are self-employed on an ABN: During at least 26 out of the 30 weeks preceding the submission of the Canberra Matrix, your total taxable income needs to amount to a minimum of $1000 per week you must evidence at least 12 months ACT business activity on your ABN at date of Matrix submission. If you have a Spouse/Partner, they must either be a resident in Canberra or residing overseas. Overseas applicants The nominated occupation must be on the latest ACT Critical Skills List. (Pharmacy Technician has been in ACT CRITICAL SKILLS LIST - April 2023) The applicant should possess a minimum of three years of full-time, post-graduate work experience in their nominated occupation within the last five years. The applicant must hold the relevant Australian registration or licencing if it is required for their nominated occupation. The applicant and any migrating dependents (except children enrolled at school in the ACT) must not have lived in Australia for the last year; and do not hold a current Australian visa (or bridging visa), except an Australian visitor visa. The applicant must have access to sufficient money to fund their migration and settlement In the case that the applicant has a Spouse/Partner, the Spouse/Partner must either reside in Canberra or live overseas. Application Fee: $300		ACT		Canberra 491 Visa Canberra Matrix: Applicants should express an interest in applying for ACT 190 or 491 nomination by completing a score-based Canberra Matrix where they are allocated points against demonstrated economic contribution or benefit and/or a genuine commitment to be part of the ACT community. Canberra residents You must meet the following minimum criteria before you are eligible to express an interest in ACT 491 nomination: You must be living and working in Canberra for the three months immediately before the date of Matrix submission and continue until the date of invitation. You also have the option to reside within a 30-minute commuting distance in NSW, for example, in places like Queanbeyan, Jerrabomberra, and Googong. You must meet one of the following three criterion: Your nominated occupation is on the ACT Critical Skills List; (Pharmacy Technician has been in ACT CRITICAL SKILLS LIST - April 2023) OR You are the primary holder of a subclass 457/482 visa sponsored by an ACT employer; For the past three months, it is required that you have been employed in your nominated occupation by an ACT employer who is sponsoring you. OR You are the majority owner of a eligible registered business located in the ACT (ineligible businesses: Sub tenancy, ride-share, taxi, delivery, courier services or an on-sold business previously used to qualify for ACT nomination.) Before submitting the Canberra Matrix, you must have worked a minimum of 15 hours per week for at least 13 out of the 15 weeks prior. You must be in paid employment. Internships, stipends, scholarships and volunteer positions are not considered employment for this criterion. If you are employed by an employer from another state while working in Canberra, there must be a legitimate reason for your presence in Canberra. Remote work or working from a home office is not allowed in this situation. You may also work for more than one ACT employer or be self-employed on an ABN. If you are self-employed on an ABN: Your total (taxable) income must be at least $520 pw in at least 13 out of the 15 weeks before Canberra Matrix submission. You need to have at least 12 months ACT business activity on your ABN. If you have a Spouse/Partner, they must either be a resident in Canberra or residing abroad. You need to satisfy the Department of Home Affairs' requirement for 'competent' English, unless your assessing authority demands a higher level. Overseas applicants The nominated occupation must be on the latest ACT Critical Skills List. (Pharmacy Technician has been in ACT CRITICAL SKILLS LIST - April 2023) The applicant must possess a minimum of one year of full-time, post-graduate work experience in their nominated occupation within the last five years. The applicant must hold the relevant Australian registration or licencing if it is required for theie nominated occupation. The applicant must have conducted research on the ACT labor market and be content that they possess employable skills in Canberra, and their background aligns with the needs of the ACT economy. The applicant and any migrating dependents (excluding children enrolled at school in the ACT) must not have resided in Australia for the past year and should not hold any current Australian visa (or bridging visa), with the exception of an Australian visitor visa. The applicant must have access to sufficient money to fund theie migration and settlement In the case that the applicant has a Spouse/Partner, the Spouse/Partner must either reside in Canberra or live overseas. Application Fee: $300 You need to satisfy the Department of Home Affairs' requirement for 'competent' English, unless your assessing authority demands a higher level.
ACT		ACT Streamlined PhD nomination 190 Visa Canberra residents- You are eligible to apply for ACT streamlined PhD nomination if you have: Lived in Canberra for at least 12 months at time of invitation. Completed a PhD at an ACT university. Interstate resident- If you are living in another state or territory, you are eligible to apply for ACT streamlined PhD nomination if you were awarded a PhD from an ACT university within the last two years. Overseas applicant- If you are living overseas, you are eligible to apply for ACT streamlined PhD nomination if you were awarded a PhD from an ACT university within the last two years.		ACT		ACT Streamlined PhD nomination 491 Visa Canberra residents- You are eligible to apply for ACT streamlined PhD nomination if you have: Lived in Canberra for at least 12 months at time of invitation. Completed a PhD at an ACT university. Interstate resident- If you are living in another state or territory, you are eligible to apply for ACT streamlined PhD nomination if you were awarded a PhD from an ACT university within the last two years. Overseas applicant- If you are living overseas, you are eligible to apply for ACT streamlined PhD nomination if you were awarded a PhD from an ACT university within the last two years.
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Tasmanian (TAS) (Hobart) Government Visa Sponsorship
TAS		Allocation of Nomination Quotas for Subclass 190 Visa in Tasmania's 2023-24 Program: 600 places 2024-25: 2100 places		TAS		Allocation of Nomination Quotas for Subclass 491 Visa in Tasmania's 2023-24 Program:600 places 2024-25: 760 places
TAS		Tasmania 190 Visa Nomination Criteria: Tasmanian Skilled Employment Pathway (TOSOL option): The applicant must have been working in Tasmania for six months immediately prior to the application for state nomination in an occupation closely related with the applicant's skills assessment (for a minimum of 20 hours per week); The applicant must currently be living in Tasmania; The applicant's dependants must not be living in another Australian state or territory; The employer must be a well-established business that has been actively operating in Tasmania for the past 12 months; A genuine need for the position should be satisfied (including a minimum 12-month contract with at least 3 months remaining at the time you apply for nomination). The employment must be in an occupation listed on the Tasmanian Onshore Skilled Occupations List (TOSOL) Subcontractors may be eligible for this pathway if they have a related skills assessment and at least 12 months business activity in Tasmania. Tasmanian Skilled Graduate Pathway: Available to Tasmanian international graduates who enrolled in a Tasmanian tertiary institution, have been living in the state for at least two calendar years and have completed a course of study be listed on CRICOS with a duration of at least 92 weeks. The course undertaken must be full time and on-site in Tasmania. The applicant must be living in Tasmania at time of application and intends to continue living in Tasmania. The study must be: a degree (bachelor, masters or any higher degree), or a diploma or higher (standard, advanced, associate or graduate); or at least Certificate III related to an ANZSCO Major Group 3 or Group 4 occupation, and be listed on CRICOS with a duration of at least 92 weeks. Tasmanian PhD candidates Pathway: Tasmanian PhD candidates who have not completed an undergraduate degree in Tasmania are eligible in this pathway after living in Tasmania and completing at least 2 years of their PhD discipline in Tasmania. Tasmanian Established Resident Pathway: The applicant must have been living in Tasmania for at least 3 years and meets one of the following: - Currently be employed in Tasmania in an ANZSCO Skill Levels 1-3, including a cumulative 12 out of the last 24 months (a minimum 20 hours per week on average). - Currently be employed in Tasmania, including a cumulative 18 months in the last 3 years, in an ANZSCO Skill Level 4 or 5 (a minimum 20 hours per week on average). Tasmanian Business Operator Pathway (190 Visa Stream): The applicant must have been living in Tasmania for at least 3 years and have operated a business for at least the last 2 years with taxable earnings equivalent to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (currently $73,150). Overseas Applicant (Health Sector Job Offer) Pathway: - The applicant must have received a formal job offer for a position located in Tasmania that closely matches their nominated occupation. - Neither the applicant nor any of their dependents should have resided in any other Australian state or territory in the past 12 months. - The applicant needs to have a health or allied health skills assessment for an occupation falling within one of the specified 4-digit ANZSCO groups. Processing Time: 6 weeks Sponsorship Fee: $360 + GST		TAS		Tasmania 491 Visa Nomination Criteria: Tasmanian Skilled Employment Pathway: The applicant must have been working in Tasmania for six months immediately prior to the application average a minimum of 20 hours per week; The employment does not need to be related to the skills assessment subject to having relevant qualifications or experience consistent with the ANZSCO definition for that role. If the applicant has a skills assessment and related employment in an occupation listed on the Tasmanian Onshore Skilled Occupation List (TOSOL), they may be eligible for nomination after 3 months of employment - Pharmacy Technician occupation meets this exemption. If the applicant is working in a role classified at ANZSCO Skill Level 4 or 5, they are required to have a minimum of twelve months of work experience in Tasmania immediately before submitting their application; The applicant's employment must be ongoing, lasting at least six months beyond the application date. The applicant must have relevant qualifications or experience consistent with the ANZSCO definition for that role. Furthermore, there must be a genuine and demonstrated severe labor recruitment difficulty for the position. The applicant must currently be living in Tasmania; The applicant's dependants must not be living in another Australian state or territory; The employer must be a well-established business that has been actively operating in Tasmania for the past 12 months; A genuine need for the position should be satisfied (including a minimum 12-month contract with at least 3 months remaining at the time you apply for nomination). Subcontractors may be eligible for this pathway if they have a related skills assessment and at least 12 months business activity in Tasmania. Tasmanian Skilled Graduate Pathway: Available to Tasmanian international graduates who have been living in the state for at least one calendar year from the commencement of their course and for the duration of their studies. The course undertaken must be full time, on-site in Tasmania and be either a bachelor or any higher degree, a diploma, an advanced diploma, or a minimum Cert III related to an ANZSCO Major Group 3 or Group 4 occupation, and be listed on CRICOS with a duration of at least 40 weeks. Tasmanian Established Resident Pathway: The applicant must have been living in Tasmania for at least 2 years (with no more than 50 per cent of total Australian residence period spent in another Australian state or territory) and currently be employed in Tasmania in either: - a role equivalent to ANZSCO Skill Level 1-3, including a cumulative 6 months experience at the same level in the last 12 months (a minimum 20 hours per week), or - a role equivalent to ANZSCO Skill Level 4 or 5, with a cumulative 12 months experience at the same level or higher in the last 18 months (a minimum 20 hours per week). Tasmanian Business Operator Pathway: The applicant must demonstrate that they have established and operated a business (solely owned or co-owned with spouse) in Tasmania for at least 12 months The applicant's business must have provided a personal taxable income to them of at least 85 percent of the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (i.e. currently $62,178) Massage therapy business owners are required to possess a relevant skills assessment and a verifiable health fund provider number. Subcontracting business owners are not eligible for consideration under this pathway. Overseas Applicant (Job Offer) Pathway: The applicant must have been offered a formal employment opportunity in Tasmania that closely aligns with their nominated occupation. The applicant or any of their dependents should not have resided in any other Australian state or territory within the past 12 months. The applicant's employer must have a well-established business that has been actively running in Tasmania for a minimum of 12 months. The applicant's salary and working conditions must be equal to or better than what would be offered to an Australian citizen or permanent resident, with the salary at least matching the local market salary rate. Massage therapist roles should be situated in either a hospital, aged or disability care environment, or an allied healthcare setting, such as a physiotherapy clinic. Processing Time: 6 weeks Sponsorship Fee: $360 + GST Eligible Postcodes: Entire territory (including Hobart, Launceston, Devonpor, Burnie, Kingston, Ulverstone, Wynyard, George Town and Sorell)
Pharmacy Courses in Tasmania
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Source: DHA, migration.tas.gov.au, business.nsw.gov.au, migration.qld.gov.au, migration.sa.gov.au, australiasnorthernterritory.com.au, liveinvictoria.vic.gov.au, migration.wa.gov.au,

Pharmacy Technician job description, duties and education requirements

UNIT GROUP 3112 MEDICAL TECHNICIANS MEDICAL TECHNICIANS operate anaesthetic, cardiac, operating theatre and medical testing equipment, perform and assist with laboratory tests, and fill prescriptions in support of Health Professionals. Indicative Skill Level: Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. In Australia: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) In New Zealand: NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required. The occupation Pathology Collector (Aus) / Phlebotomist (NZ) has a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. In Australia: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) In New Zealand: NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required. Tasks Include: operating equipment used in diagnosing and monitoring disorders of the heart, kidneys, nervous system and hearing, and in anaesthesia undertaking and assisting with medical analytical procedures and assisting Anaesthetists and surgical teams recording the electrical activity of the heart, from which the heart rate is measured and pattern and rhythm interpreted taking, collecting and labelling blood, urine and other samples from patients preparing and staining slides and tissue sections for blood and histological examination performing diagnostic tests on tissues and body fluids and analysing the chemical constituents of blood, urine, faeces and tissues testing for diseases by looking for the presence of antibodies and the products of immune response in samples setting up, checking and maintaining operating theatres, anaesthetic workstations, life support machines and associated equipment referring prescriptions to Pharmacists and assisting in preparing medications Occupations: Anaesthetic Technician Cardiac Technician Medical Laboratory Technician Operating Theatre Technician Pharmacy Technician Pathology Collector (Aus) \ Phlebotomist (NZ) Medical Technicians nec Sources: www.abs.gov.au and DIBP

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