Internationally qualified Chinese medicine practitioners

Information for internationally qualified practitioners

A summary of information relevant to internationally qualified practitioners (excluding those applying under the Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Act) is provided in the below documents.

*Disclosure in relation to translated documents

Please note, the translated documents provide only a condensed version of the English document provided.

In alignment with the Board’s regulatory framework and commitment to public safety, translated documents are provided to enhance accessibility for potential international applicants. The documents aim to assist individuals whose primary language is not English in understanding the registration requirements and qualification standards set by the Board.

Unlike other regulatory documents, which may primarily target practitioners already registered and familiar with the Australian context, these documents directly support international applicants who may encounter barriers due to language differences. By providing translations, the Board ensures equitable access to essential registration information, reducing potential misunderstandings and improving efficiency in the registration process.

This translation initiative aligns with the Board’s position statement on translating key regulatory documents, affirming the Board’s commitment to both inclusivity and clarity. While the translations serve as an informative resource, the original English version of information made available on the Board’s website remains the authoritative source for all legal and professional obligations.

New Zealand applicants

Chinese medicine practitioners who have current registration and an Annual practising certificate as a Chinese medicine practitioner in New Zealand can apply for registration as a Chinese medicine practitioner in Australia under the Commonwealth Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Act 1997.

The division(s) you are applying for in Australia must correspond with the type of registration you hold in New Zealand. The following scopes of practice have an equivalent registration division in Australia:

• Acupuncturist
• Chinese herbal medicine practitioner.

There are no equivalent registration divisions in Australia for the following scopes of practice in New Zealand:

• Chinese medicine practitioner - Specialist
• Chinese massage (tuina) practitioner, and
• Chinese Medicine Practitioner – Special Purpose.

Please apply online.

Applicants for registration under Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition must also ensure they are familiar with the Board’s registration standards and codes and guidelines.

Applicants with qualifications and/or practice experience from New Zealand but who are not currently registered in New Zealand cannot register under Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition and must meet the requirements for other overseas applicants.

• Applicants for registration under Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition must also ensure they are familiar with the Board’s registration standards and codes and guidelines.