Occupational Therapy
Overview
Looking to make a real difference in people’s lives? 🌟 The Occupational Therapy course in Australia is an excellent choice for students who are passionate about helping individuals live more independently and improve their quality of life.
📘 Why Study Occupational Therapy in Australia?
Australia is a country that values inclusivity and accessibility for all — especially for individuals who are differently-abled. 🇦🇺 The healthcare system promotes social and physical integration, and Occupational Therapists play a vital role in this mission.
- 👩⚕️ Growing demand for skilled professionals
- 🏥 Wide range of career opportunities in hospitals, rehab centers, schools, and community settings
- 💼 Strong job prospects and professional recognition
- 🛤️ Pathway to Australian Permanent Residency (PR)
🎓 What You’ll Learn
Occupational Therapy is a field of applied science that blends healthcare, psychology, and hands-on therapy. Students learn to help individuals improve their daily living and working skills through therapeutic techniques.
🔍 Career Outcomes
- 🏥 Occupational Therapist
- 👨🏫 Rehabilitation Consultant
- 🏠 Community Health Worker
- 🏫 School-based Therapist
📢 Ready to get started? Contact LUMINS today and let our expert counselors guide you through the course selection, admission process, and PR pathways in Australia! ✈️📚
🎓 Levels of Educational Programs Available
📘 Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
This undergraduate program develops core skills, medical knowledge, and the social & psychological insight needed to support individuals with disabilities or illnesses in their recovery and reintegration into society.
- ⏳ Duration: 4-Year Full-Time
- ✅ Eligibility: Completion of 12 years of education or equivalent
- 📝 English Requirement: Academic IELTS 6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5)*
- 💰 Fees: AUD 35,000 – 40,000 per year
📗 Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Designed for students with a prior degree in a related field, this postgraduate course enables you to become a fully qualified Occupational Therapist with internationally recognised credentials. 📈
- ⏳ Duration: 2-Year Full-Time
- ✅ Eligibility: Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy or related field
- 📝 English Requirement: Academic IELTS 7.0 overall (not less than 6.5)*
- 💰 Fees: AUD 40,000 – 45,000 per year
📄 Visa Requirements
- 🛂 Valid passport
- 📬 Unconditional offer letter from a university/institution
- 💳 Proof of access to sufficient funds
- 🏥 Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
- 📎 Other documents per the Department of Home Affairs checklist
🌏 PR Pathway
Occupational Therapy is listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) as a high-demand occupation. 🎯 With the ANZSCO Code 252411, this course offers multiple Australian immigration options post-study.
🔍 What Occupational Therapists Do?
- 📊 Assess physical, emotional, psychological & developmental challenges
- 🏡 Recommend environment modifications for better daily function
- ⚙️ Provide therapy plans, tools, and adaptive equipment
- 🧑🤝🧑 Work closely with families, carers, schools, and workplaces
- 🗂️ Collaborate with healthcare teams for holistic recovery plans
🛂 Visa Options (MLTSSL)
- ✅ 189 – Skilled Independent Visa
- ✅ 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa
- ✅ 485 – Temporary Graduate Visa (Graduate Work Stream)
- ✅ 482 – Temporary Skill Shortage Visa
- ✅ 186 – Employer Nomination Scheme
- ✅ 187 – Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme
- ✅ 407 – Training Visa
✨ Let LUMINS guide you step-by-step from application to admission, and all the way to PR in Australia. Book your free counselling session today! 🌟📞
