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Standard Assessment Pathway

Complete guide to the most common pathway for overseas physiotherapists seeking Australian registration

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Assessment Timeline

1
✅Eligibility Assessment(4-6 weeks)
2
🤝Cultural Safety Training(1-2 weeks)
3
📝Written Assessment(1 day)
4
💻Capability Assessment (online)(1 day)
5
🏥Clinical Workshop (Melbourne)(1 day)

What is the Standard Assessment Pathway?

The Standard Assessment Pathway is the most common assessment pathway for overseas qualified physiotherapists wanting to be registered and work as a physiotherapist in Australia. The assessments within the pathway will determine whether you are able to practice at the standard set in the Physiotherapy Practice Thresholds in Australia.

Most common pathway for international physiotherapists
Required for General Registration with Ahpra
Assesses knowledge, skills, and clinical competency
Valid for 5 years after completion

APEP Transition Complete

The Standard Assessment Pathway transitioned to the Australian Physiotherapy Entry Pathway (APEP) in October 2025. The Clinical Assessment now consists of two parts: an online Capability Assessment and an in-person Clinical Workshop.

APEP is now active (transitioned October 2025)
Capability Assessment: online oral exam via video call (from your home country)
Clinical Workshop: in-person at APC Simulation Lab, Melbourne
Total pathway cost: $7,814 AUD (from 5 Jan 2026, 3% CPI increase)

Assessment Stages

The Standard Assessment Pathway consists of four main stages that must be completed in sequence:

1. Eligibility Assessment
2. Cultural Safety Training
3. Written Assessment
4. Clinical Assessment (online Capability Assessment + in-person Workshop)

Important Links

Official Standard Assessment Pathway
Australian Physiotherapy Council
Eligibility Assessment Details
Documentation requirements
Written Assessment Information
Exam format and content
Clinical Assessment Guide
Simulation lab details

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