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ANZSCO 134111Northern TerritoryState nomination

Child Care Centre ManagerNorthern Territory Nomination

Northern Territory Migration Program · Darwin

At a glance

Program
Northern Territory Migration Program
Currently open
Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
Visas nominated
190491
Capital
Darwin
Program notes
Skilled occupation list with high need for regional workers. NT residency or job offer strengthens nomination prospects.

Official program page: https://theterritory.com.au/migration

Skills assessment

For Child Care Centre Manager, the assessing authority for migration purposes is ACECQA.

Child Care Centre Manager in Northern Territory — nomination overview

Child Care Centre Managers (ANZSCO 134111) are nominated by the Northern Territory, where early childhood education and care services face acute workforce shortages across Darwin and regional communities. The occupation is listed on the MLTSSL, enabling access to the Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa, the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa. ACECQA conducts the required skills assessment, evaluating qualifications and experience managing compliant early childhood services. Subclass 491 nomination from the NT adds fifteen SkillSelect points, providing a decisive advantage for applicants building their points score. Applicants must hold Competent English, be under 45 at invitation, and satisfy health and character requirements. NT nomination conditions typically require commitment to residing and working in the territory. Government fees start from AUD 4,640 per primary applicant. Processing typically takes eight to eighteen months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

Content last generated: 2026-06-26

Visa pathways for Child Care Centre Manager

All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Northern Territory nominates.

Other states nominating Child Care Centre Manager

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