Child Care Centre Manager — Subclass 190 Pathway
Skilled Nominated visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- State / territory nomination required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-14 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Child Care Centre Manager for migration purposes is handled by: ACECQA.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Child Care Centre Manager × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
Child Care Centre Managers (ANZSCO 134111), listed on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), are eligible for the permanent Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa. This points-tested visa requires formal nomination from an Australian state or territory government. Applicants must obtain a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS before lodging an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect. The assessment evaluates child care centre management qualifications and professional experience. State nomination adds five points to the SkillSelect score. Applicants must be under 45 and hold Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent). Indicative fees start from AUD 4,640, with processing typically 8 to 14 months. Successful applicants are generally required to live and work in the nominating state for a defined period after grant. Some states may prioritise this occupation given ongoing demand in the early childhood education sector. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 190. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at invitation
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in a nominated occupation on a state list
- State or territory nomination (each state runs its own program)
- Commitment to live and work in the nominating state
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Child Care Centre Manager
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
State nominations for Child Care Centre Manager
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.