{"id":30731,"date":"2025-09-09T16:35:24","date_gmt":"2025-09-09T16:35:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/?p=30731"},"modified":"2025-09-09T16:43:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-09T16:43:09","slug":"how-to-become-a-pharmacist-in-australia-pathways-detailed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-pharmacist-in-australia-pathways-detailed\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Pharmacist in Australia: Step-by-Step Pathway"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-black ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span 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href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-pharmacist-in-australia-pathways-detailed\/#Pathway_to_becoming_a_pharmacist_in_Australia_at_a_glance\" >Pathway to becoming a pharmacist in Australia: at a glance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-pharmacist-in-australia-pathways-detailed\/#What_are_the_fees_for_the_whole_process\" >What are the fees for the whole process?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-pharmacist-in-australia-pathways-detailed\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/how-to-become-a-pharmacist-in-australia-pathways-detailed\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_the_OPRA_Exam\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the OPRA Exam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"30731\" class=\"elementor elementor-30731\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7ff3da02 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"7ff3da02\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-35c3983 sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"35c3983\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-250ba319 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"250ba319\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Key Takeaways<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For international pharmacists, the process of How to Become a Pharmacist in Australia is managed by the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) and the Pharmacy Board of Australia via AHPRA.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first exam an overseas pharmacist should attempt is the Overseas Pharmacist Readiness Assessment (OPRA) exam, which replaced the previous KAPS exam.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After successfully clearing OPRA, they have to attempt English proficiency tests such as PTE, IELTS, and\u00a0 OET.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After provisional registration and visa procedures, start an internship under the supervision of a registered pharmacist in Australia.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The final step is to successfully clear the Australian Intern written and oral exam after the internship and get general registration as a pharmacist in Australia.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Introduction:<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For international graduates seeking to launch their pharmacy careers in Australia, understanding the process is crucial. The entire process is simple. There is a set of examinations that candidates must clear, which will ultimately grant them the right to work as a pharmacist in Australia.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overseas applicants have to clear the skills assessment, OPRA exam, complete the supervised practice, and get registered with the Pharmacy Board of Australia.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide outlines the step-by-step process for becoming a pharmacist in Australia from India in 2025.<\/span>\n\n<b>Step 1: Clear the skills assessment conducted by APC<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step in the process of becoming a registered pharmacist in Australia is a skills assessment done by the APC. This process is to verify that the qualifications of international graduates are equivalent to those of Australian standards<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Documents required are:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Degree certificate\u00a0 from a recognised university (B. Pharm, M. Pharm, or PharmD)<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic transcripts of all years or mark lists<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Birth certificate or any other valid acceptable ID proof<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passport copy<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An active license of registration with the home country\u2019s pharmacy council or at least eligible to register<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outcome of the skills assessment: once the skills assessment is done, candidates can receive an eligibility mail to appear for the OPRA exam. This assessment will verify that an international qualification is equivalent to the Australian standards.<\/span>\n\n<b>Step 2: Successfully clear the Overseas Pharmacist Readiness Assessment (OPRA) exam<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OPRA exam is conducted to evaluate whether the international knowledge of the candidates matches the Australian standards.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OPRA (Overseas Pharmacists Readiness Assessment) exam is a test for pharmacists who have completed their studies outside of Australia and New Zealand and want to practice in these countries. This exam assesses the knowledge and skills of a pharmacist to ensure that they meet the same healthcare standards of these countries.<\/span>\n<table style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-family:Arial, sans-serif; margin:20px 0; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.1); border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden;\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#005F87; color:#fff; text-align:left;\">\n      <th style=\"padding:14px; font-size:16px;\">Key Aspect<\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding:14px; font-size:16px;\">Remarks<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Format<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">120 MCQs<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Duration<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">2.5 hours<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Mode<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Computer-based online exam<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px;\">Scoring method<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px;\">Rasch methodology<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Successfully clearing the exam will result in a skills assessment outcome letter from APC, confirming that candidates are qualified to work safely and effectively in Australia. This letter is essential for visa purposes and to get provisional registration from AHPRA.<\/span>\n\n<b>Step 3: Attempt the English Language Proficiency test for registration Requirements<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligible pharmacists who have cleared the OPRA exam must also pass the English tests to demonstrate their communication skills for work in Australia.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They should attempt English tests such as:\u00a0<\/span>\n<table style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-family:Arial, sans-serif; margin:20px 0; box-shadow:0 4px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden;\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#D69E33; color:#fff; text-align:left;\">\n      <th style=\"padding:14px; font-size:16px;\">Test<\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding:14px; font-size:16px;\">Minimum Score Requirements<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">IELTS Academic<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">7.0 in each band<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">OET<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">B in all four subtests<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">TOEFL iBT<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Total 94 (with minimum scores in each section)<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px;\">PTE Academic<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px;\">66 in all four skills<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are the basic scores required for visa purposes. For the provisional registration, there are slight changes in the scores from August 2025. Please refer to the attached link below to read more: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/pulse\/pte-exam-what-you-need-know-2025-elite-expertise-au-rpcdc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/pulse\/pte-exam-what-you-need-know-2025-elite-expertise-au-rpcdc\/<\/span><\/a>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam result is valid for 2 years<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enroll in a relevant coaching centre and practice mock tests\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<b>Step 4: Visa process and migration procedure<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply for a Visa and Lodge an EOI application as per your visa requirements.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After successfully clearing both exams, the <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/opra-exam-preparation-course\/\">OPRA exam<\/a> &amp; English test, candidates from India can apply for a visa. There are various visa options available for Indian pharmacists to use from their home country itself.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of them are:<\/span>\n<table style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-family:Arial, sans-serif; margin:20px 0; box-shadow:0 4px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.1); border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden;\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#005F87; color:#fff; text-align:left;\">\n      <th style=\"padding:14px; font-size:16px;\">Visa Subclass<\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding:14px; font-size:16px;\">Description<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Subclass 190<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Skilled Nominated Visa<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Subclass 491<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Skilled Work Regional Visa<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Subclass 482<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Temporary Skill Shortage Visa<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Subclass 407<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Training Visa<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Subclass 189<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Skilled Independent Visa<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px;\">Subclass 494<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px;\">Skilled Employer-Sponsored Regional Visa<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<b>Step 5: Get provisional registration with AHPRA as an intern pharmacist<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates can apply for provisional registration with AHPRA to work as an intern pharmacist in Australia. This is managed by the Australian Health Practitioners Regulatory Agency (AHPRA).<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This registration allows interns to start internship hours under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Documents required:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">APC Skills Assessment Outcome<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OPRA exam results<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">English proficiency test scores<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identity documents<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<b>Step 6: Start supervised practice (internship hours)<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must complete at least 1,575 hours of supervised practice under a registered pharmacist to move towards the next step.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supervised practice or internships can be done in different settings, such as:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community pharmacy<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospital pharmacy<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approved healthcare sites<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During this period, candidates will:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn to apply academic knowledge to practical experience<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build strong communication skills for patient counselling<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain a report book to note the progress<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<b>Step 7: appear for the Australian intern written and Oral examination:<\/b>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After completing 75% of the internship hours, candidates can sit for the intern Oral &amp; written Examination, which is a comprehensive assessment conducted for pharmacists seeking final registration.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The written exam is a 2-hour session consisting of 75 MCQ, of which 67 are scored and 8 are unscored (pilot) questions.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While in the oral exam, practice-based scenario setups are given as stations to evaluate candidates on various competencies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<b>Step 8: General registration as a pharmacist in Australia after clearing the exams<\/b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After successfully passing all these steps, candidates can finally apply for the general registration as a pharmacist in Australia. They should apply for registration in APHRA.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional requirements, such as a national &amp; Indian criminal record check, will be necessary before granting the registration.<\/span>\n\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/opra-exam-preparation-course\/ \" style=\"background-color:#ffcc00; color:#000; padding:15px 25px; \n            font-size:18px; font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; \n            border-radius:8px; display:inline-block;\">\n   \ud83d\udc49 Join the OPRA Preparation Course Now  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_after_the_general_registration_as_a_pharmacist_in_Australia\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>What happens after the general registration as a pharmacist in Australia?<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The general registration allows:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmacist to work legally as an independent healthcare professional<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can counsel patients, dispense medication, and manage operations without any supervision<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They have better employability in hospitals, community settings, and\u00a0 research in clinical pharmacy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<iframe title=\"How to Become a Licensed Pharmacist in Australia from India 2025 | OPRA Exam Full Journey\" width=\"1260\" height=\"709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/M6zXeSORtZ8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pathway_to_becoming_a_pharmacist_in_Australia_at_a_glance\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Pathway to becoming a pharmacist in Australia: at a glance<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-family:Arial, sans-serif; margin:20px 0; box-shadow:0 4px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.1); border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden;\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#005F87; color:#fff; text-align:left; font-size:16px;\">\n      <th style=\"padding:14px;\">Step<\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding:14px;\">Action<\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding:14px;\">Authority<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">1<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Skills Assessment<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">APC<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">2<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">OPRA Exam<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">APC<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">3<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">English Proficiency<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">IELTS \/ OET \/ PTE \/ TOEFL<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">4<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Visa Application<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Dept. of Home Affairs<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">5<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Provisional Registration<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">AHPRA<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">6<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Internship (1,575 hrs)<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Pharmacy Board<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">7<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Intern Written &#038; Oral Exams<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Pharmacy Board<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px;\">8<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px;\">General Registration<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px;\">Pharmacy Board (AHPRA)<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_fees_for_the_whole_process\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>What are the fees for the whole process?<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-family:Arial, sans-serif; margin:20px 0; box-shadow:0 4px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.1); border-radius:8px; overflow:hidden;\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#D69E33; color:#fff; text-align:left; font-size:16px;\">\n      <th style=\"padding:14px;\">Process<\/th>\n      <th style=\"padding:14px;\">Fees (AUD)<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Skill assessment by APC<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">810.00<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#fff;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">The OPRA Exam<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">2190.00<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\">\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\">Skill assessment outcome letter<\/td>\n      <td style=\"padding:12px; 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Becoming a pharmacist in Australia is a rewarding journey that requires careful planning, dedication, and the proper support. From skills assessment to successfully passing your OPRA exam &amp; PTE examination, Elite Expertise is here to guide you in every step. Our Expert assistance ensures that our pharmacists navigate through each step with confidence.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With Elite expertise, your dream of becoming a registered pharmacist in Australia is secure and safe. 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