Professionals
Major Group
ANZSCO CODE - 2

Most occupations in this major group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• Bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1); or
• AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In New Zealand:

• Bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1); or
• NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2).

In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Some occupations, such as those in Sub-Major Group 21 Arts and Media Professionals, require high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience.

• communicating ideas through language, printed and electronic media, and artistic media including the visual and performing arts
• analysing, planning, developing and implementing programs and solutions to resolve business and economic problems
• providing services in financial accounting, human resource development, publicity and marketing, and the efficient operation of organisations
• flying aircraft, and controlling and directing the operation of ships, boats and marine equipment
• conducting and analysing research to extend the body of knowledge in the field of the sciences and developing techniques to apply this knowledge
• designing products, buildings and other physical structures, and engineering systems
• researching and developing curricula, and teaching students in a range of educational settings
• designing, implementing, testing and maintaining technologies and services that enable information to be accessed, stored, manipulated, processed, and disseminated
• identifying, treating, and advising on, health, social, and personal issues
• advising clients on legal matters