Welfare Centre Manager — Western Australia Nomination
Western Australian Skilled Migration · Perth
At a glance
- Program
- Western Australian Skilled Migration
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Perth
- Program notes
- Stream-based system: Graduate stream, General stream, plus Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 occupation lists with different eligibility thresholds.
Official program page: https://migration.wa.gov.au
Skills assessment
For Welfare Centre Manager, the assessing authority for migration purposes is CWA.
Welfare Centre Manager in Western Australia — nomination overview
Welfare Centre Managers (ANZSCO 134214) are nominated by Western Australia, with the occupation listed on the MLTSSL, supporting access to the Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa, the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa. CWA (ACWA) assesses welfare management qualifications and social services leadership experience. WA nominates this occupation to address shortfalls in management of community welfare services, disability support, and remote community service organisations. Subclass 190 nomination adds five SkillSelect points; Subclass 491 adds fifteen. Applicants must demonstrate Competent English, be under 45, and satisfy health and character requirements. WA nomination may require commitment to welfare management roles within the state. Government fees start from AUD 4,640 per primary applicant. Processing typically runs 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 Welfare Centre Manager
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Western Australia nominates.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 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.