Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent visa (Points-tested stream)
Submitted EOIsAt least 93
Most common submitted EOI points †70 points
Recent invited-status presence<20*
Visa applications lodged<20*
Audiologist - ANZSCO 252711
Skilled occupation profile
Audiologist
ANZSCO 252711Audiologist provides diagnostic assessment and rehabilitative services related to human hearing defects. Registration or licensing is required.
MLTSSLCSOLSkilled Employer Sponsored Regional Occupations
Recent SkillSelect information
Recent SkillSelect information for Audiologist
SkillSelect information published for May 2026 provides a historical snapshot of available EOI activity for Audiologist, ANZSCO 252711. Selected published indicators relevant to this occupation are shown below.
Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated visa
Submitted EOIsAt least 499
Most common submitted EOI points †70 points
Recent invited-status presence<20*
Visa applications lodged<20*
Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa – State or Territory nominated
Submitted EOIsAt least 613
Most common submitted EOI points †70 points
Recent invited-status presence<20*
Visa applications lodged<20*
Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa – Family Sponsored
Submitted EOIs<20*
Recent invited-status presenceNo published EOIs with invited status appear
Visa applications lodged<20*
* <20: the official source published a small-number value below 20. The exact number is not shown by the official source.
† PointsView-calculated indicator: calculated from the published SkillSelect points distribution where sufficient data is available.
This information gives historical SkillSelect EOI information. It does not predict invitation chances, guarantee visa outcomes, or state a minimum invitation score.
Occupation guide
Occupation details and migration pathways
This guide brings together the key occupation tasks, possible visa pathways and skills assessment information for Audiologist ANZSCO 252711.
Typical tasks and duties
Audiologists may perform the following tasks:
- establish a client's problems with hearing and listening by conducting interviews and studying background information (such as medical history)
- assess the extent of hearing loss and location of the problem using a wide range of techniques, including audiometric tests such as air and bone conduction tests
- report results of assessment and testing in writing and make referrals to medical practitioners
- provide rehabilitation programmes, such as counselling and guidance, for the hearing-impaired and their families
- assess hearing levels of workers, such as pilots or members of the armed forces, when required by employers
- prescribe, fit and evaluate hearing aids and other devices, such as cochlear implants
- provide training in communication strategies such as lip reading and in the use of auditory and other devices
- conduct follow-up consultations after hearing aids have been fitted to ensure clients receive the clearest amplification
- assist with the development and management of noise control and hearing conservation strategies in industry
- act as consultants on industrial compensation claims for work-related hearing loss
- undertake scientific research related to sound and hearing
- teach the science of audiology and its practice
- direct projects and act as consultants to other professional groups
- supervise student audiologists.
Possible visa pathways
This occupation appears on MLTSSL and CSOL and Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Occupations. The right visa pathway depends on factors such as your age, English level, qualifications, work experience, skills assessment, points score, nomination options and employer sponsorship.
Skilled Independent visa subclass 189A permanent skilled visa for invited applicants who may be able to apply without state, territory or employer sponsorship.Skilled Nominated visa subclass 190A permanent skilled visa for applicants nominated by an Australian state or territory government.Skilled Work Regional visa subclass 491A provisional regional skilled visa for applicants nominated by a state or territory or sponsored by an eligible family member.Skills in Demand visa subclass 482A temporary employer-sponsored visa for skilled workers where an Australian employer cannot find a suitably skilled Australian worker.Employer Nomination Scheme visa subclass 186A permanent employer-sponsored visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer.Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa subclass 494A provisional regional employer-sponsored visa for skilled workers sponsored by an employer in regional Australia.
Skills assessment
For skilled migration purposes, Audiologist usually requires a suitable skills assessment. Relevant assessing authorities may include:
Legacy subclass 187 pathway
Do you currently hold, or have you previously held, a subclass 457 or 482 visa?
If you have worked for a sponsoring employer in regional Australia, please note that Audiologist — ANZSCO 252711 was included in the legacy Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (subclass 187) occupation list. The subclass 187 Direct Entry stream is closed to new applications, but the Temporary Residence Transition stream may remain available to certain transitional subclass 457 and subclass 482 workers. Eligibility is limited and depends on your visa history, relevant dates, sponsored regional employment, employer nomination, age, English and other requirements. Being included on this occupation list does not establish eligibility.
If this may describe your circumstances, we can assess whether the subclass 187 transitional arrangements may still apply to you.
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Audiologist historical SkillSelect report
The current PointsView report includes historical SkillSelect data through June 2026 for ANZSCO 252711.
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Historical information does not predict invitations, visa outcomes or migration eligibility.
Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant
Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi
This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.
Last reviewed: July 2026
