You must hold:

• An Australian Bachelor's Degree or higher, or
• An overseas tertiary and/or professional membership qualification that is comparable to at least the level of an Australian Bachelor's Degree (Australian Qualification Framework - AQF level 7 or higher).

Overseas qualifications

When evaluating overseas qualifications, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) adheres to the Country Education Profile (CEP) guidelines provided by the Australian Government’s Department of Education.

CA ANZ will consider studies from members in good standing with professional accounting bodies listed on CEP as comparable to the educational level of the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Bachelor's Degree.

However, if an applicant is not a full member of a recognised professional accounting body, they will need a qualification award at Level 7 (bachelor’s degree) or higher on the Australian Qualification Framework (or its overseas equivalent) to be eligible to apply.

Alternative skills recognition methods

To be eligible to apply for a migration skills assessment in accounting occupations, you must hold a qualification comparable to an Australian Bachelor's Degree or higher. Without such a qualification, your credentials are considered insufficient.

• Professional roles often demand a blend of theoretical knowledge and soft skills. This involves evaluating various aspects:
  • Academic achievements
  • Professional development courses
  • Work-based accomplishments
  • The individual’s ability to apply theoretical knowledge practically
• Ensuring fairness and consistency in these evaluations is crucial to maintain the credibility of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process for professional occupations.
• Admission to our Chartered Accountant (CA) program relies on core competencies demonstrated through academic qualifications.
  • If a candidate’s qualifications do not cover certain competencies, yet they have relevant work experience, they can showcase their abilities by taking CA foundation exams, which are recognised for migration skills assessment.

Disclaimer

The content on this website is provided for general information purposes only and does not take into account your personal circumstances, details or requirements. Chartered Accountants Australian and New Zealand (CA ANZ) does not provide specific advice in relation to migration or visa requirements. Enquiries relating to visa, points table and migration requirements should be directed to the Australian Government, Department of Home Affairs. You should seek independent professional advice regarding your specific circumstances and consult with the Department of Home Affairs as necessary.

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