Study-to-Migrate · Social Work

Social Work: growing demand in care and community.

As Australia's aged care and community services sectors expand, demand for qualified social workers is rising across every state.

Growing

Aged care & community services demand

4 yrs

Typical Bachelor of Social Work duration

AASW

Professional accreditation body

MLTSSL

On the medium/long-term skilled list

Why Social Work

A profession Australia is investing in

Aged care expansion

Government aged care reforms are driving significant hiring demand.

Community services growth

NDIS and child protection services continue expanding their workforce.

Meaningful, stable career

Government and non-profit roles offer long-term stability.

Course & PR Pathway

Bachelor of Social Work

AASW-accredited degree with practical placements.

AASW accreditation

Confirm your qualification meets professional standards.

Graduate visa (485)

Gain local experience in community or aged care.

Skilled migration / PR

Apply for state nomination or points-tested visas.

Get a free assessment of your social work PR pathway.