Hi to all, I would just like to share that after doing CAS thru CQUniversity, finally, QNC has told me that I'm already eligible to be registered in QLD, They're now just waiting for my license fee payment. :yeah::yeah:I hope that everyone who is and who will be doing the CAS program will be encourage by this. What patuman01 stated is very true, you don't need any agent..QNC and CAS are very clear on their instructions, you just have to understand them. And if you stiil have any questions, you can always go to this forum and I'm sure there are a lot of people here who will be very willing to help.
Hi branyan!
I would like to know your timeline. After completing your clinical placement, how many days/weeks/months did you receive feedback from the council that you are now eligible for registration? When did you start the clinicals and when did it end? When did you go to Au and when did you come back? Thank you so much.
I would like to know your timeline. After completing your clinical placement, how many days/weeks/months did you receive feedback from the council that you are now eligible for registration? When did you start the clinicals and when did it end? When did you go to Au and when did you come back? Thank you so much.
I started my placement Nov. 10 until Dec.5 (20 days = 160 hrs), went back here Dec. 16, because of the holidays, I was able to finish and send my assignments only last Jan. 23, CAS received them Jan. 28, my assignment was then marked or graded, I think CAS was able to post the docs needed to certify that I passed the CAS program to QNC last Feb.2, I received a notification from QNC yesterday Feb. 5 that I'm already eligible to register and only needs to pay the license fee. I hope my license would be released ASAP because the hospital is also waiting for that, they need it in filing my sponsorship with immigration.
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Medical.
Hi!
It is not required that the experience should be in a tertiary hospital. They will accept even if you are a clinic nurse or a Clinical instructor.
Cheers,
Maggie
that's good news. anyway nursemavi, how many weeks is your bridging program? is it 12 weeks? and I would also like to know how much you spend per week when it comes to accommodation, food, fare and other basic necessities if you don't mind. Thanks!
good day to everybody. i would just like to ask regarding the papers needed in qld. I have mine authenticated at DFA, the one with the red ribbon attached to it, my question is do i still need to have it notarized or would it be enough? or do i need to photocopy it then have it notarized? thanx!
I'm not too familiar with the DFA authentication. My idea with DFA authentication is that it certifies that your copy is a genuine copy, as we know, diplomas and TOR's can be faked. QNC only needs a certified true copy (CTC), it is explicitly written in their instruction not to send original copies. If what the DFA authenticated is an original copy then don't send it, just make a CTC of it.
Thanks for the info but. I appreciate it a lot. But the idea is that the PRC must be the one to send the Verification direct to NMBWA, will PRC also send the Certificate of Good Standing direct to NMBWA? Have you done it or you know somebody that made it through instead of the Verification of Initial Registration.
I'm not too familiar with the DFA authentication. My idea with DFA authentication is that it certifies that your copy is a genuine copy, as we know, diplomas and TOR's can be faked. QNC only needs a certified true copy (CTC), it is explicitly written in their instruction not to send original copies. If what the DFA authenticated is an original copy then don't send it, just make a CTC of it.
You do not need a DFA authentication for your documents. That's the red ribbon, I think. This is only applicable to middle east countries and new zealand. For QLD or Western Australia, you get your documents (diploma and transcripts) directly from school. Most importantly, have them notarized (photocopy) correctly and as specified by the council. I think they have a new form now. So, better check the QNC website. Hope this helps.
I started my placement Nov. 10 until Dec.5 (20 days = 160 hrs), went back here Dec. 16, because of the holidays, I was able to finish and send my assignments only last Jan. 23, CAS received them Jan. 28, my assignment was then marked or graded, I think CAS was able to post the docs needed to certify that I passed the CAS program to QNC last Feb.2, I received a notification from QNC yesterday Feb. 5 that I'm already eligible to register and only needs to pay the license fee. I hope my license would be released ASAP because the hospital is also waiting for that, they need it in filing my sponsorship with immigration.
This is a requirement of NMBWA and I had complied this. You are right that PRC will be the one to send this certification of good standing to NMBWA. NMBWA do not require the Verification of REgistration as you are just required to submit a certified true copy of your certificate of registration which PRC mailed to you(looks like a diploma). I requested Verification of Registration for my NCLEX application and I know that this takes 4 weeks since I am from the province and this request needs to be forwarded to PRC HO for verfication. Never fret. Just inquire from PRC in you area if you request a certification of good standing, how many days can they release it?
Our BP runs for 8-10 weeks. We had 4 weeks theoreticals and 4-6 weeks in clinical practice(usually 4 weeks only unless you have some issue in your practice which would require you to extend). I am now going to my 2nd week of clinical practice. Our program timeline is theoreticals from Jan 05 till Jan 30 then clinicals from Feb 2-27.
Currently, I am renting a room near the hospital. It is a 12-15 minute walk from my place to the hospital so I am spared of the cost of transportation which cuts on your budget. I am renting my room for 140aud/pw. Your food depends on your lifestyle. 50aud/pw grocery is more than enough for you if you will cook your own food. If you are fond of eating out, you need to chunk out 7aud/meal. What I do is cook my own food. As with the toiletries, they are a little bit expensive but there are times that the supermarkets put these stuff on special sale from time to time and they become cheaper that the prices we've got in the Phils. A safe budget pe rmonth is 1,000aud and am even spending less than that. I brought my own toiletries for three months use. But I don't advise you to as you can buy them here.
this is a requirement of nmbwa and i had complied this. you are right that prc will be the one to send this certification of good standing to nmbwa. nmbwa do not require the verification of registration as you are just required to submit a certified true copy of your certificate of registration which prc mailed to you(looks like a diploma). i requested verification of registration for my nclex application and i know that this takes 4 weeks since i am from the province and this request needs to be forwarded to prc ho for verfication. never fret. just inquire from prc in you area if you request a certification of good standing, how many days can they release it?
good luck and god bless.
cheers,
maggie
hi nursemavi,
thanks for sharing your info's. actually nmbwa did not ask me for this certification of good standing but nevertheless i will follow on through with this. furthermore can you pm me for exact address about the place that you are staying now. if lucky i want to stay also where you are staying now. by the way what hospital are you doing your bp? i am attaching the letter of nmbwa stating the still needed documents from me. hope this will clarify my situation. thanks a lot.
the board is in receipt of your application for initial registration in western australia under the nurses and midwives act 2006.the highlighted items are required documentation to complete your application.
1
birth certificate or passport
a birth certificate should be provided as proof of date of birth. if you are unable to supply a birth certificate, your current passport will be accepted.
2
change of name
if the name on any of your documents is not the same as that on the birth certificate, you will need to supply one of the following as evidence of your change of name: marriage certificate, decree nisi or deed poll along with birth certificate
3
transcript of training
the transcript or academic record must be obtained from the relevant educational institution. the transcript(s) should contain information about the theoretical and clinical experience gained during the course. the transcript(s) must be signed and officially stamped by the relevant institution. it should also give date of commencement and completion of course etc.
should you be unable to obtain a transcript due to the closure of the institution, you can apply to the nursing and/or midwifery regulatory authority for a copy of the syllabus relevant to the period of nursing education.
4
statement of service
you should provide confirmation of employment as a nurse/midwife on letterhead paper detailing dates of employment from your most recent employer in the last five [5] years. it should be signed and dated by employer
5
initial registration certificate
(certified copy)
from the nursing regulatory authority in the country where your nursing/midwifery education was completed.
6
verification - initial registration
to be forwarded directly to this office from the authority that is responsible for the registration/licensing/authorising of nurses/midwives to practice nursing/midwifery in the country where you completed your nursing/midwifery education. the relevant authority may be a registration board/council for nurses/midwives e.g. ministry of health or a government department.
7
current practising certificate
from the nursing/midwifery regulatory authority in the country where you were last employed as a nurse/midwife.
8
verification - current registration
to be forwarded directly to this office from the authority that is responsible for the registration/licensing/authorising of nurses/midwives to practice nursing/midwifery in the country where you were last employed as a nurse/midwife. relevant authority may be a registration board/council for nurses/midwives e.g. ministry of health or a government department.
9
registration fee – amounts payable are as follows: $120.00 if registration is being granted between january and june; and $60.00 if registration is granted between july and december of each year.
payment to be made in australian dollars either by bank draft, international money order or credit card.
registration fee is payable once application is finalised.
10
persons authorised to witness documents
copies of documents must be witnessed by one of the following persons only: justice of the peace
judge or magistrate of a court
legal practitioner (barrister or solicitor)
registrar or deputy registrar of a court
person from an australian embassy or consulate, legally designated to take declarations or oaths
the person certifying the document must confirm that it is a ‘true and accurate record sighted by me’, sign and date the document specifying their designationand contact address and contact phone number
11
english language requirements
all overseas educated nurses/midwives should provide evidence of english language competence at:
1international english language test (ielts academic) minimum level of 7 in each of the writing and speaking bands; a minimum of 6.5 in each of the reading and listening bands, and with an overall minimum band score of 7
or
2occupational english tests (oet) a minimum of b pass for each component.
12
registration-bridging program
registration bridging programs for overseas nurses [attached]
important
1 please direct all queries to the customer service officer handling your application [reference at the top of this document].
2 initial registration with the board will be granted until 31 december.
3 application forms and guidelines for initial application under the nurses and midwives act 2006 can be obtained from our website on www.nmbwa.org.au.
4 faxed application forms are not acceptable and power of attorney is not acceptable.
5 timeframe within which an application must be completed
the application process must be completed within three (3) months from initial date of lodgment to avoid cancellation of your application.
on completion of the application process and following a review of your application for registration, an ‘assessment letter’ will be sent to you advising you of any requirements that need to be completed before registration is granted eg. an english language test accepted by the board and/or an accredited registration bridging program.
yours sincerely,
ranji sathiyamoorthy
customer service officer
cc: copy to file
so as you can see the verification is the only thing that is hampering my application. but thanks to you i got another way to proceed. thank you so much. please keep posted. you are a great help for everybody doing the things by their own.not supporting agent$$$$$$.:prdnrs:
Our BP runs for 8-10 weeks. We had 4 weeks theoreticals and 4-6 weeks in clinical practice(usually 4 weeks only unless you have some issue in your practice which would require you to extend). I am now going to my 2nd week of clinical practice. Our program timeline is theoreticals from Jan 05 till Jan 30 then clinicals from Feb 2-27.
Currently, I am renting a room near the hospital. It is a 12-15 minute walk from my place to the hospital so I am spared of the cost of transportation which cuts on your budget. I am renting my room for 140aud/pw. Your food depends on your lifestyle. 50aud/pw grocery is more than enough for you if you will cook your own food. If you are fond of eating out, you need to chunk out 7aud/meal. What I do is cook my own food. As with the toiletries, they are a little bit expensive but there are times that the supermarkets put these stuff on special sale from time to time and they become cheaper that the prices we've got in the Phils. A safe budget pe rmonth is 1,000aud and am even spending less than that. I brought my own toiletries for three months use. But I don't advise you to as you can buy them here.
Good luck and God bless.
Cheers,
Maggie
Thanks, Maggie. I'll buy my toiletries here. Were you allowed to bring them in Au? I mean the liquids and all the stuff with the strict aviation security?
the diploma in nursing program is just for you to be an enrolled nurse there.. i ask agencies here in the philippines, they require the filipino nurses to have atlest 3 yrs of axperience before they can apply for australia and take refresher course there to be an RN. The course or training usually takes about 3 to 6 months as stated by the consultant from an agency.
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Hi branyan!
I would like to know your timeline. After completing your clinical placement, how many days/weeks/months did you receive feedback from the council that you are now eligible for registration? When did you start the clinicals and when did it end? When did you go to Au and when did you come back? Thank you so much.