OSCA occupation

OSCA 262999: Allied Health Physical and Sensory Therapy Professionals nec

This occupation group covers Allied Health Physical and Sensory Therapy Professionals not elsewhere classified. This record sits in Other Allied Health Physical and Sensory Therapy Professionals. Related ANZSIC industry links are included for faster classification cross-checking. Skill level 1 is attached to this occupation record.

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Role overview

This occupation group covers Allied Health Physical and Sensory Therapy Professionals not elsewhere classified.

Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.

Occupation facts

Skill level
1
Major group
2 Professionals
Sub-major group
26 Health Professionals
Minor group
262 Allied Health Physical and Sensory Therapy Professionals
Unit group
2629 Other Allied Health Physical and Sensory Therapy Professionals

Tasks

No ABS task list is currently attached to this occupation.

Skill level guidance

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How to use this occupation page

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Compare OSCA 262999 with related occupations

Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.

Comparison pointCurrent code262999 Allied Health Physical and Sensory Therapy Professionals nec262931 Orthotist / Prosthetist262932 Osteopath
Official role definitionThis occupation group covers Allied Health Physical and Sensory Therapy Professionals not elsewhere classified.Prescribes, designs and fits orthoses and prostheses to improve function impacted by illness, disability or amputation.Prevents, diagnoses and treats tissue strains, stresses and dysfunctions of the neuromusculoskeletal system, and provides advice on preventing these disorders.
Skill levelSkill Level 1Skill Level 1Skill Level 1
Key tasksNot stated
  • Assesses clients' emotional, psychological, developmental and physical capabilities using clinical observations and standardised tests
  • Administers muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests
  • Assesses clients' functional potential in their home, leisure, work and school environments, and recommends appropriate assistive technologies to maximise their performance
  • Develops individual orthotic/prosthetic service plans, considering relevant material science, biomechanics and anatomical factors
  • Diagnoses, manages and treats neuromusculoskeletal disorders through a biopsychosocial approach
  • Employs a variety of medical testing procedures, including neuromusculoskeletal, functional and mobility tests, to identify and assess physical problems
  • Designs, reviews, monitors, assesses and evaluates treatment plans and programs
  • Records patients' medical histories, treatments and management plans, and creates progress reports

Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.

Compliance risk score

4 of 4 factors passing

10 / 10
Verified official source
- ABS OSCA occupation record present
Previous edition migration
- OSCA to ANZSCO correspondence attached
Complete hierarchy
- Major, sub-major, minor and unit group links are present
Legacy crosswalk
- Legacy ANZSCO correspondence attached

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262931 Orthotist / Prosthetist262932 Osteopath262999 Allied Health Physical and Sensory Therapy Professionals nec

Frequently asked questions

What does OSCA 262999 do?

Allied Health Physical and Sensory Therapy Professionals nec is the current ABS occupation record used to describe a specific occupation. It sits in the OSCA hierarchy and carries skill-level context plus related titles and tasks.

How should I read the skill level?

The skill level tells you the educational or training depth that the ABS associates with the occupation. It is a classification signal, not a salary band or a qualification checklist on its own.

Why is industry context shown on an occupation page?

Industry context helps when the title is common or ambiguous. It shows where the occupation is typically employed so you can compare it with the right ANZSIC family.

Source and trust

Official source
ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
Last reviewed
2026-04-17

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