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This policy describes how we manage situations in which we detect fraudulent documents. It applies to all documents submitted by an individual when:
APC has the responsibility to ensure that pharmacists wishing to migrate and/or practise in Australia are genuine and has a zero tolerance for fraud.
This policy describes the management by the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) of fraudulent document(s) that may be submitted by an individual as part of a Skills Assessment application.
This policy applies to all documents submitted to the APC by an individual seeking an APC Skills Assessment.
Individuals seeking an APC Skills Assessment are required to submit specific documents as described in the APC Assessment Standards. All submitted documents must meet the requirements of the APC Skills Assessment Document Policy.
When submitting their documents via the APC Candidate Portal, candidates are required to sign a declaration that states the information they have supplied in their application is complete, correct, and up-to-date, and not misleading.
APC staff who assess submitted candidate documents complete regular Department of Home Affairs (DHA) training in relation to fraudulent document detection.
If APC staff suspect that a submitted document is fraudulent, they will utilise additional measures (where required) to verify the legitimacy of the information, including (but not limited to) primary source checks.
If APC staff find evidence that a submitted document is fraudulent, APC will:
The APC Assessments Team is responsible for compliance with this policy, ensuring alignment with DHA and PharmBA policies.
Skills Assessment Document Policy
Guidelines for Skilled Migration Assessing Authorities 2021, Dept of Education, Skills & Employment