Bridging Program in Australia

[michikoy]

Hi. I am new here. I don't know exactly where to go. I am a registered nurse here in the Philippines and I am interested in studying in Australia for a bridging course that will help me become a registered nurse there. I need some help on looking for a good school that offers a bridging course.

My aunt told me that a friend of her friend just went to AU to take up a test and in 6 months she's there for a bridging program. and I have this friend who has a friend who became a registered nurse in AU in 6 months time too. This agency is offering me to study for a certificate III aged care with occupational English test for 46 weeks in Einstein College but it costs too much. So now, I am trying to look for a school wherein I can apply by myself and hopefully get in. I am hoping I could leave for AU this June 2011. I am a bit lost on what to do. Can you help me, please? Any suggestions? ? Please help me. Thank you very much.

(Sydney area would be better since my parents are more familiar and in favor of that place... though other cities/areas will be great too)

[noveau]

Is the employment opportunity after the bp favorable? i'm just worried that after i finish the bp i wouldn't find a job or a sponsor..

They say it's tight, but there will always be something if we try. It will be a risk we will take but let's just be positive about it anyway we'll never know unless we try. All the best to you;)

[belle_v2g, BSN, RN]

Is the employment opportunity after the bp favorable? i'm just worried that after i finish the bp i wouldn't find a job or a sponsor..

Hi FranzSeno.

If you have 3 years experience, I think you'll do good. God bless. :)

[ceridwyn]

Do not take out big loans from companies with high interest rates, at least you will not be hounded from them if you cannot find work.

[belle_v2g, BSN, RN]

Do not take out big loans from companies with high interest rates at least you will not be hounded from them if you cannot find work.[/quote']

Strongly agree.

[kharineh]

who in here is for Deakin May 31 intake?

[teyang]

Is the employment opportunity after the bp favorable? i'm just worried that after i finish the bp i wouldn't find a job or a sponsor..

currently the job openings here in melbourne are more in favor of those who had OR experience..:)

[ceridwyn]

Do you have sponsorship yet? "Teyang" please tell us your experiences so far

[belle_v2g, BSN, RN]

currently the job openings here in melbourne are more in favor of those who had OR experience..:)

True. As of now, i had 3 interview already, all for anaesthetics / recovery position and perioperative services.

[teyang]

I have 1 yr medsurg and 2 yrs of haemodialysis experience from the Philippines. I have finished the bridging program in Oct 2012, offered a job as a dialysis nurse late March 2013.

[ceridwyn]

Good for you! Have most nurses in your bridging program found work?

[elzlzl]

omg i did the IHNA online interview. I did not expect that it will be a timed test and I did not not even reviewed my notes for it. its like an impromtu for me .I scored 10/20. But it states that I passed the test. is there anyone who knows if I need to go through Skype interview or whatever.

i just read your post. what is the next step after the online interview.

Please help.....

Please help.....

[elzlzl]

I want to ask what type of visa that was given to you? are you allowed to work?

I did the online interview with IHNA. It states that I passed it. I dont know if I need to go through skype interview.

please help:(

i applied to IHNA perth about 3 days ago.i completed the necessary requirements and passed the online exam as well, now i'm patiently waiting for the release of offer letter. I don't know if i should apply to other universities though for back up.