Good day. Currently, I have 75 points (20 for English, 15 for education, 15 for work experience, and 25 for age). I notice that the cut off for Accountants is 80 points, meaning I am 5 points short. I am single, no partner, has no Masters, and has never been to AU. I am a CMA (US) and a Philippine CPA and from what I understand, they're also not accredited in AU. I got my assessment in CPA Australia and I am qualified to be an Associate member if I activate my membership. My question is: is being an Associate member of CPA Australia grant me additional points? Is there any other possible path for me to get the additional 5 points?
Any answer/advice will be greatly appreciated. Cheers!