I have a question for filipino nurses in Australia

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Hi. I would just like to know if it really is a requirement for filipino registered nurses to undergo a bridging course? You see, my boyfriend is a nurse in the Philippines. He's been working as a registered nurse there for over 2 years now. I just recently moved to Vicotria, Australia. He is thinking of moving here too. Recently, he applied for registration at the Nursing Board of Victoria(NBV). And we also found an agency who can help sponsor him going here..so we're just waiting for the NBV registration. Ive been going over the website of NBV, and I dont see anything about a bridging course. I also asked my friend in Canberra(who knows a filipino nurse who migrated from the Phils last december) if he had to undergo a bridging course, he said no. all his friend did was take the ielts exam, apply for registration at the nursing board of NSW, and found an agency that sponsored him. I'm really worried about the bridging course..its really expensive. Hai..it might be much longer than I thought before I see my boyfriend again. I would really appreciate your help and your reply. God bless.

JunstinRN, I understand that the QLD pathway to Australia doesn't need postregistration nursing employment, but after completing the bridge program, wouldn't it still be difficult finding a job without experience? Just curious....

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JunstinRN, I understand that the QLD pathway to Australia doesn't need postregistration nursing employment, but after completing the bridge program, wouldn't it still be difficult finding a job without experience? Just curious....

good point. Queensland nurses: is this true? is it hard to find nursing jobs if one has no experience? even in nursing homes?

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Really?-On the other hand, why is there a division 1 entry level nursing:confused:???What does this position mean as a Registered RN in Queensland. Please take note "ENTRY LEVEL" as the key words meaning you as an RN will be starting at a novice skill. You will be given time to adjust your skills. And plus, if you start work with experience wouldnt that qualify you as division 2 RN or even higher RN Division?

Tons of jobs are open all over Queensland? They are short of RN's. Some Nursing Facilities are closing down because they cannot fill in the position.Plus, You've got regional Queensland and other state territory that need RN's badly. You can apply for reciprocity you know!

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:yeah::D:yeah:lots of jobs for entry level:yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah:
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Did a little bit of research...

  • RN Division 1 are first level nurses comprehensively trained with the potential ability to work in any branch of nursing.

  • RN Division 2 are second level nurses that work under the direction of a division one or three nurse, equivalent to an enrolled nurse in other Australian states.

--from wikipedia

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  • RN
    Division 1 are first level nurses comprehensively trained with the potential ability to work in any branch of nursing.

  • RN
    Division 2 are second level nurses that work under the direction of a division one or three nurse, equivalent to an enrolled nurse in other Australian states

My dear friend-- QNC has used a tool from the ANMC called COMPETENCY BASED ASSESSMENT PROGRAMS for OVERSEAS NURSES. In fact this program is applied by all the states in Australia. But every state has a different program approach. Now, when you apply to QNC for registration and you pass all the necessary tests designed by this prestigious body(ANMC) And you got Registered by the State of Queensland--then you are deemed as an
RN
who is comprehensively trained with the "POTENTIAL" ability to work in any branch of nursing. POTENTIAL meaning if guided by the right supervision by an
RN
who is above the level of Div-1, that entry level
RN
can excel its full capacity as a functional
RN
. This means that when you start work, you will be under supervision in a limited time.

Not yet SATISFIED with my answer? :)

http://www.qnc.qld.gov.au/home/content.aspx?content=Professional_Standards/Professional_Standards

http://www.qnc.qld.gov.au/home/content.aspx?content=Professional_Standards/Competence_assessments

That is why if you fail TEST b ---you will have to under go a 160 hour clinical placement to prepare you for DIV-1
RN
...

ANMC has designed program this to really know if we are all qualified to practice in AU

I am very confident about us Filipinos. We can succeed our desired plan to become a well respected
RN
in Australia. WHY? because the majority of Filipinos when given a chance to be educated and guided in a correct manner, they become achievers of their goal!
:smokin:

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This thread is being moved to the International Forum since it is specific to getting licensed in Australia/immigration and is not related to specifics of working there already; as per the red banner at the top of the forum.

Every state in Australia requires that one takes and passes the NLE as well as have passing scores on the IELTS. If one has two years of paid experience, then they will usually waive the bridging program. Only one state will permit one to do testing to try and waive the requirement.

But you need to be aware that the testing is also quite expensive, same as the bridging program. Much has already been written on this topic, please just take the time to do a search here.

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i would like to try my luck in queensland as well but what i need is an assurance that i would pass the test. i hope you could assist me. i badly needed the review materials. i cant afford to avail of any migration agency or consultancy. i dnt hve such money... huhuhu...

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hi! i hope someone can answer my question.. can i take the bridging program in australia (pref. in melbourne or queensland) even if i dont have a work experience. Thanks!

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@ michtiu_888: You may want to try contacting the state you want to go to. (e.g. Nursing and Midwifery board of Queensland or NBM of Melbourne)

But I did ask Queensland's NMB and they told me to just pass my application to them so they can give me a more precise answer. The requirement for each state is different but it doesn't really require you to have experience (I have not read any from NSW and Queensland). However, IF you do have experience, you are required to submit a form completed by the senior nurse or any authority required to fill up the form (written in the guidelines for registration of each state) in the department where you are currently employed.

As far as I know, there are no specific requirements for you to be eligible for a bridging program. It is more of a case to case basis. Take note also that the Nursing and Midwifery Board of the state alone can nominate you for the Bridging Program; without their letter, you won't be able to apply for the program.

@ ianoid182: You can never ever have any assurance that you will pass any exam, assessment, etc. It will all depend on you. People can help you with some of the details of the exam, like how it is, how are you assessed, how long does it take, etc. Remember it involves both THEORY and CLINICAL assessments, where in clinical assessments you will most probably have to rely on your own skills.

You said you don't have the budget for an agent but did you consider the budget for the whole bridging program which includes the following: accomodation, food and transpo allowance (in Brisbane for the clinical assessment), review materials, program fee, return airfare, visa expenses, notarized documents, medical check-up fees and other miscellaneous expenses? It's not just the program itself that you have to worry, the whole process is quite expensive too.

Just my :twocents:.

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"You said you don't have the budget for an agent but did you consider the budget for the whole bridging program which includes the following: accomodation, food and transpo allowance (in Brisbane for the clinical assessment), review materials, program fee, return airfare, visa expenses, notarized documents, medical check-up fees and other miscellaneous expenses? It's not just the program itself that you have to worry, the whole process is quite expensive too."

ouch...very ouch...

any philantropist out there... help. ;p

m a fresh nursing grad & 3rd yr med school undergrad.

i got brains & skillz, but no moolah.

you think they'd let me waive the bridging exam bein almost a physician? sorry if its a dumb question. ;p

God bless y'all

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I can't really say they will. :( And may I ask, how many years was your Nursing program? I have read somewhere that they prefer graduates who have finished a 4-year program & those who graduated from a University similar or at par with the Australian University - this is the case for Filipino nurses and do not necessarily apply to all countries. This is still to be confirmed but may I suggest that you contact a nursing board in Australia to clarify your case. The NSW NMB has some guidelines to know whether you should pass your application to them or not. You just answer the questions and choose the best answer that relates to your case.

Here is the link: http://www.nmb.nsw.gov.au/Am-I-Eligible/default.aspx

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