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Did you need an Aussie address when you presented Duke? Or was the approval in principle, plus your presence at the office enough??? Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

I used the mock tests and the study resources from PTE. Had a look at the scoring criteria a few weeks before, and posts liked this, but did just a few nights of revision before the test. Got 90 overall! Didn't manage to complete both tests as I fell asleep and my laptop didn't pick up the sound very well, but it gave a really good run through of everything so was money well spent. Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

Oh good, I've benchmarked around 6K for the paperwork side of the visa but hoping to have some change leftover! I've not started yet as I'm skint! I'm working but only part time and not as a podiatrist. I've left 2 to 3 days free every week so trying to pick up some part time private work. Once I'm sure I can afford the paperwork and return flights to validate I'm budgeting 12 ish months depending on processing times. I'll be going for a 189 visa. Probably won't be moving for a few years after validation though as OH doesn't want to sell our house straight away (which would fund the move entirely) so lots of saving to do! Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

Hi, I've just graduated as a pod too. Congratulations. Where did you study? The visa costs are listed on the skillselect website (couple of thousand dollars depending which visa) The costs for skill recognition is on ANZPAC (few hundred dollars) Then the AHPRA fees for registration can be found on their website (couple of hundred dollars). That's all the professional fees I can think of, you might need state registration too with one if podiatry boards as they're all different, but not sure if they're compulsory. Then there's a medical and police checks for the visa. Couple of hundred at least for medical, but police check way under a hundred. There are a couple of pods on the forum who will be able to offer advice, but I think one is on a WHV right now, looking to stay, and another has been there years so not up to date on costs; but full of experience. If you haven't looked at skillselect you'll need to do so to calculate your points as you may need to sit an English test, in fact with no experience it is likely you will. There's IELTS and PTE. I did PTE last year and it was a couple of hundred pounds plus learning materials. I didn't find it too hard. Can you tell us any more about your situation, there's lots of advice here but it will depend on your circumstances. Being single helps though as my visa cost is much more expensive due to baby and partner. Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

Yeah I had my final year placement in high risk and got to work with Martin Fox! Plenty of toes debride, and some of the most amazing wounds, along with the opportunity to actually save lives in patients with CLI I've been networking throughout my final year and have a very good opportunity in private practice, just waiting for the directors to come back to me after creating a position just for me [emoji5] they're just working out the practicalities Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

Wow, studying medicine is a pipe dream of mine! Well done to you, it'll be nice for a GP to know the difference between a corn and a verruca [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23] Whereabouts in Victoria are you, did you settle and find steady work straight away or did it take a while to figure it all out? Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

Its all on the skills list. For instance Podiatrist has no minimum experience required, where some skills will state X amount of years (post qualification). This (I think?) is down to the assessing body, in my case ANZPAC So yes, I have to meet minimum points, but my degree (once assessed) satisfies the requirements, in addition to age and PTE score. I would not be claiming points for experience, if this was the case it would be for additional points, above and beyond the minimum I require. Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

They're beautiful xx remind me of my (not so) little Fletcher who we lost aged 6 [emoji22] we had him from 8 weeks and visited when he was a teeny tiny puppy like these guys xx Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

As Nemesis asked, have you had your skills assessed? You can't claim points for your degree, or your work experience, if you have not gained a positive assessment. I believe there is a minimum English language requirement for nursing anyway (IELTS, PTE etc) so again, this will up your points. It's important you understand the process though. At the time you submit your EOI you must be able to prove your claims for points. For instance if you claim to have superior English on the 1st July, you must have passed the relevant test before this date Not after. Loads of info on the forum, especially for nurses, so good luck Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

I think that's it. Second instalments, if I understand it correctly, are only required if your partner does not have functional English Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

Could it be because you're remaining in the country? Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

There's are no rebates as I think you'll have seen by now, just some tax breaks with tax free childcare which can save you a few pounds if both parents are working. My little girl has done 10.5 hours a day since she was 6 months old (now almost 2.5 years old) and it costs around £600 a month. Keep in mind that I have been a student all that time and aside from saving £78 a month using her dad's childcare vouchers (another tax free scheme) there was no other help. I live in the northwest so I imagine it might be more expensive as you venture south? We can't wait for the free 30 hours next April [emoji4] There are some handy calculators to see what help you can get, I think one is in one of the links above. Good luck! Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

Dukeninja might be able to advise. Search for his posts xx Also might be a good idea to start a new thread [emoji6] Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

I used the practice tests from their website and found them to be a good example of what to expect on the day. I also downloaded their scoring criteria for tips and advice. I remember looking for endless hints and tips too, but focusing on their own preparation material ended up being more than enough for me! Best of luck! Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

Do Ahpra do skills assessments? They're certainly not responsible for mine? I thought the visa process was concerned that you have the required skills, so you get them assessed (ANZPAC for me). Ahpra is just a registration process to enable you to use your skills. As far as I'm aware there's no need to go through Ahpra to get a 189? Sent from my SM-J510FN using Tapatalk

Thanks so much everyone; I love this little community so much. BritChickx - your training will fly by! LKC - I hope it resolves the issue once and for all, I love how quickly we can impact people's lives and Mr Ninja... I might hold you to that! I'd love to work with QLD Health, but I might need some more experience as they've been advertising quite senior roles in Podiatry. I will keep a lookout!

No experience necessary for the visa, with the exception of working to fund it [emoji23] Just skills assessment next which is paper based and then all the usual stuff needed for a 189. Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

I've been on here for maybe 5 or 6 years, maybe more. I've had this name a few years so quite possibly [emoji16] And thank you! Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

I have seen a number of posts over the years, and some recently, about changing careers as a pathway to Australia. In 2011 I had an opportunity to retrain, and I'd always fancied living in Australia. If I had done nothing, i'd be sat here now at 35 years old complaining that I can't get a visa because I'm not skilled, or lucky enough, or any other reason that wasn't my fault. I came across Podiatry as a career, and it just so happened that it was (and still is) on the list. The past 6 years would have passed anyway, but instead of feeling sorry for myself, I got my entry qualifications, got my application to university accepted, started my course, had a baby, went back to uni, and yesterday I was told that I passed my final clinical exams and that I will graduate in July with a 1st class honours degree! It hasn't been easy, and if you choose to retrain just for the visa you might not stick it out. But if you find something you're passionate about, and you have the chance to go for it then please do. Without regard for the ever changing visa criteria; sign up, commit yourself and the time will pass. And one day you will have achieved so much more than you thought you could AND you may end up where I am... with no one to blame for you not qualifying for a visa. No more excuses, what ifs, or if onlys. I'm not sure what help this may be to others, or if I've posted in the right place, but posts like this spurred me on through the tough times, when 5 or 6 years felt an eternity away. Follow your heart, then following your dreams comes all by itself [emoji6] Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

And if you do need points I found PTE very user friendly; passing with a 90 first time using their online practice tests for a dummy run [emoji6] Of course which test is better is very subjective, and I didn't try IELTS, but that was mainly after using this site for guidance [emoji23] Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

Keep us updated on the next legs too! I'm hoping for brisbane/sunshine coast so our paths might cross in the case of suspected osteomyelitis or charcot foot [emoji23] Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

Podiatry is an option too. No experience needed if you can get the required points by other means, but you really have to love it, visa or no visa. I don't think I'd have started my podiatry degree if australia hadn't been on my mind; but in no way could I have done it just for the visa. I was lucky that my urge to have a career, rather than a job, led to a win win situation if I ever choose to pursue PR Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

Chuffed for you! As an almost qualified podiatrist I'll be going back to your other thread soon for tips [emoji6] Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

I had a 6 year plan, which became a 7 year plan after having a baby. I am now weeks away from qualifying as a Podiatrist; which remains on the new skills list, and I did my PTE last September. 7 years later (and it flies), many things have changed; both in legislation and personally. I will soon be in a position where I CAN apply for PR, but as stated above, the decision to do so is not as simple as I thought it would be! I have spent so much time planning for every eventuality, but in reality this isn't practical or possible. I love my profession, so I'm lucky that I can practice at home or abroad. Just be open to change and keep your options open [emoji6] And remember, time passes no matter what you do, so don't be afraid to try; just don't focus on moving 100% when there are other things to enjoy xx Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

The good thing about nail surgery is that it can offer complete resolution... but that aside, you can also soften the skin using olive oil [emoji6] Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk