Autumnlight Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 Hi all, I've read through the thread and appreciate all the advice given over the years. It seems like scoring employment for limited registration now is still a huge hurdle in Australia. I'm currently based in Adelaide and have been trying to apply for work but it seems like every company requires FULL registration. Wondering how did any of you explain or convince the employer re: eligibility for AHPRA. Would appreciate any tips and advice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vic2014 Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 I rang and spoke to the managers directly and explained the situation and my experience to get an idea of what they thought. I was fed up of applying for jobs and not hearing back. If they’re looking for someone with your experience they are more likely to give you a chance 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autumnlight Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 13 hours ago, Vic2014 said: I rang and spoke to the managers directly and explained the situation and my experience to get an idea of what they thought. I was fed up of applying for jobs and not hearing back. If they’re looking for someone with your experience they are more likely to give you a chance Thanks Vic2014! I believe your persistence paid off. Glad you managed to find someone who gave you a chance. I'm going to summon the courage and give them a call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikkidylan Posted July 6, 2020 Share Posted July 6, 2020 Not sure if there are OTs who have recently moved and looking for work but aren't AHPRA registered yet - Found this ad on Seek - they are looking for OTs and are willing to provide sponsorship so if you are already in Australia without registration they should be able to take you on as well. https://www.seek.com.au/job/50192584?type=standout#searchRequestToken=40c22134-5bf1-4cf7-8d51-01881b026e7e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Searchingforsun Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Hi , sorry to jump in. Can anyone clarify is the ahpra registration the skills assessment part 1 and part 2 supervised practice? Ie that is all that is required for Full registration? There's nothing separate that ahpra requires of OTs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikkibikki Posted October 17, 2021 Author Share Posted October 17, 2021 If it’s still the same you need to apply to the OT board for a skills assessment with transcripts from Uni. They say yes or no. If it’s a yes you then apply for jobs with someone willing to offer six months full time supervised practice. You then apply to AHPRA for limited reg. When you have received that you can work but you and your supervisor must complete regular documentation as to how you are travelling. Once completed you submit more paperwork to AHPRA to get your unlimited reg. If your are unfortunate like me, you are then audited the following year despite selling your soul the year before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Searchingforsun Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 1 hour ago, nikkibikki said: If it’s still the same you need to apply to the OT board for a skills assessment with transcripts from Uni. They say yes or no. If it’s a yes you then apply for jobs with someone willing to offer six months full time supervised practice. You then apply to AHPRA for limited reg. When you have received that you can work but you and your supervisor must complete regular documentation as to how you are travelling. Once completed you submit more paperwork to AHPRA to get your unlimited reg. If your are unfortunate like me, you are then audited the following year despite selling your soul the year before. Hi Nikki, Thats great thanks! I have a positive skills assessment (stage 1) and permanent job offer in Oz..so I think next step is limited reg with ahpra which I will do once my visa is through. Thanks for clarifying the process. Can't believe you got audited the following year , what a nightmare..don't jinx me lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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