{"id":1023420,"date":"2024-10-27T19:15:03","date_gmt":"2024-10-27T09:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/?p=1023420"},"modified":"2024-10-27T19:15:03","modified_gmt":"2024-10-27T09:15:03","slug":"social-work-a-pathway-to-pr-in-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/blog\/social-work-a-pathway-to-pr-in-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"Social Work: A Pathway to Permanent Residency in Australia"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"1\">Introduction<\/h3><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Are you a qualified social worker looking to settle in Australia? Social work is among the most accessible routes to achieving Australian permanent residency, as the profession is on on the\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/working-in-australia\/skill-occupation-list\">Medium to Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Those on the MLTSSL can apply for skilled migration without needing sponsorship from an employer or family. On the other hand, those qualifying under the<a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\"> Employer Sponsored Pathways<\/a> such as the 482, 494, 186 etc which will require sponsorship from an eligible employer.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"750\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/14.png\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full lazyload\" alt=\"Social Work\" title=\"Social Work\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/14.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/14-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/14-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/14-768x384.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\"  data-dt-location=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/blog\/social-work-a-pathway-to-pr-in-australia\/attachment\/14-3\/\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1500\/750;\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"2\">Career Opportunities for Social Workers<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>Social workers are in high demand due to their essential roles in supporting individuals, communities, and society at large. As a qualified social worker, you could consider roles such as:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acacia-au.com\/anzsco\/272511.php#:~:text=Assesses%20the%20social%20needs%20of,social%20justice%20and%20social%20development.\"><strong>Social Worker<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nA licensed social worker helps individuals and families face challenges like mental health issues and homelessness by implementing care plans and connecting clients with support resources.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acacia-au.com\/anzsco\/411711.php\"><strong>Community Worker<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nThese professionals empower marginalised communities by implementing programs, advocating for social justice, and enhancing community well-being.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acacia-au.com\/anzsco\/272613.php\"><strong>Welfare Worker<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nThey assist individuals in accessing welfare services, performing assessments, and organising support programs to enhance quality of life.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acacia-au.com\/anzsco\/134214.php\"><strong>Welfare Centre Manager<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nResponsible for managing social service organisations, including overseeing budgets and staff to ensure services meet community needs effectively.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"3\">Social Work Visa Options in Australia<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>The Australian Skilled Migration Program offers various visa pathways for social workers, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\/skilled-independent-189\"><strong>Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189)<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\/skilled-nominated-190\"><strong>Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190)<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\/skilled-work-regional-provisional-491\"><strong>Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491)<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For PR as a social work professional, candidates need a skills assessment from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aasw.asn.au\/\">Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)<\/a> and relevant qualifications.<\/p>\n<p>The National Skills Commission (NSC) forecasts a rise in demand for social workers, with the<a href=\"https:\/\/ielts.com.au\/australia\/prepare\/article-pathway-to-permanent-residency-social-work\"> Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS)<\/a> projecting 49,300 social workers by 2026, of whom around 64% work full-time.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"750\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/13.png\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full lazyload\" alt=\"\" title=\"13\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/13.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/13-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/13-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/app\/uploads\/2024\/10\/13-768x384.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\"  data-dt-location=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/blog\/social-work-a-pathway-to-pr-in-australia\/attachment\/13-2\/\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1500\/750;\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Trends in Social Work<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>Qualified social workers in Australia find employment across various sectors, such as federal and state government agencies, hospitals, schools, community organisations, and private practice. Most work in the Health Care and Social Assistance industry, with opportunities in Education, Public Administration, and more, underscoring the profession&#8217;s versatility and impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Job Opportunities in Australia<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>As a vast and diverse country, Australia offers social work opportunities across multiple regions. While Victoria (VIC) and New South Wales (NSW) report<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsw.gov.au\/employment\/my-career-planner\/explore-occupations\/social-worker\"> higher-than-average employment for social workers,<\/a> states like Queensland and regions like South Australia, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory still exhibit significant demand for these professionals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Qualifications Required <\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)<\/strong><br \/>\nThis four-year degree equips aspiring social workers with the skills needed to work in diverse roles within human services.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Master of Social Work (MSW)<\/strong><br \/>\nAlthough not mandatory for all roles, an MSW can be beneficial for those interested in specializing or advancing to higher-level positions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Study Options in Australia<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>Australia offers multiple pathways for social work degrees that meet AASW requirements, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/study\/offering\/course-ug-bachelor-of-social-work--b-scwk\/\">Bachelor of Social Work at Curtin University<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/study.uq.edu.au\/study-options\/programs\/bachelor-social-work-honours-2382\">Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) at The University of Queensland<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scu.edu.au\/study\/courses\/master-of-social-work-professional-qualifying-1207269\/\">Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) at Southern Cross University<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Prospective students should explore these programs among others to determine which aligns best with their career goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >The Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aasw.asn.au\/\">AASW<\/a> is the accrediting body for social work in Australia, upholding standards, providing resources, and advocating for social justice. Membership with the AASW is often essential, and for migration purposes, applicants must meet AASW\u2019s skills assessment requirements.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aasw.asn.au\/education-employment\/migration-eligibility-assessment\/\"><strong>AASW Skills Assessment Requirements<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>To qualify for the AASW skills assessment, applicants must meet:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Requirements from a recognized education provider<\/li>\n<li>Bachelor\u2019s or Master\u2019s degree in Social Work<\/li>\n<li>AASW\u2019s English language standards, which require an IELTS Academic Test with specific scores.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Applicants who completed secondary or tertiary education in English-speaking countries may qualify for an IELTS exemption.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Conclusion <\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words &#091;.text-message+&amp;&#093;:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"12a136c7-e6d5-4ab6-8412-86879578fe21\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-&#091;3px&#093;\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>Pursuing a career in social work offers both a fulfilling career path and a viable route to PR in Australia. With expert guidance on study and visa options, you can make a successful transition to a meaningful role in Australian society.<\/p>\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/#contact\">SOL Edu &amp; Migration Services<\/a>, our team provides personalised assistance in securing PR through social work. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/#contact\">Contact us<\/a> today to start your journey to Australia as a social worker.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction Are you a qualified social worker looking to settle in Australia? 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