Dental Therapist — 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 Dental Therapist, the assessing authority for migration purposes is VETASSESS.
Dental Therapist in Western Australia — nomination overview
Dental Therapist (ANZSCO 411214) is listed on the Regional Occupation List (ROL) and is eligible for state nomination in Western Australia under the Western Australia State Nomination program. Western Australia has consistent demand for dental therapists in community dental programs, school dental services, and public health clinics across Perth and regional and remote WA. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once Western Australia opens nominations; Western Australia prioritises applicants with a job offer or strong connections to the state, alongside competitive points and English proficiency. Skills assessment is conducted by VETASSESS, covering overseas qualifications and work experience against Australian health professional standards. English language proficiency, health, and character requirements must also be satisfied. ROL listing supports the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, requiring three years of regional residence before applying for the Subclass 191 permanent visa; the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa may also be available where the occupation appears on Western Australia's nomination list. State nomination adds five points for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491 to the applicant's SkillSelect score. Government fees apply at nomination and visa stages. For advice tailored to your circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Dental Therapist
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Western Australia nominates.
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.