Due to recent changes regarding applications for International nurses to Australia and the combining of the nursing boards to one central nursing board in Australia AHPRA I have started a new thread for people to discuss the new process on working in Australia.
Currently New Zealand is not accepting new applicants from International trained nurses except those that meet the Trans Tasman Mutual Recognition Agreement {TTMR} this will be updated once the New Zealand nursing board reopen their books to International nurses.
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency AHPRA
I'm a second courser (not that I belittle myself being one, since I took it 3 years also, I am actually proud that after 2 Cesareans I still managed to memorize theories and pass the board ^_^), and you know we were working and taking classes at night and going for clinical duty during weekends, I don't think I had enough exposure compared to the regular nursing students. But one thing I can say is that as a 2nd courser, we were quite fast in understanding, absorbing and applying what was taught to us because our experience in the "real life" is quite vast already (like I myself is a mom of 2 kids so maternal and child nursing was *whistles* haha). I also didn't have yearssss of experience as a nurse, but I did have 15 years experience in a non-nursing job ^_^... and I am overweight and I have hypertension! that is why I am not confident if I can make it through with the "intensity" of the program.
I doubt if you won't make through that 'intensity' miks. hehe Just like what youve shared, you do things well under pressure, I think you'll do good. There are reasons why the people around you expect a lot, one thing is they believe in you.
people around me is expecting so much as well, which is kind of making me uncomfortable, honestly. That's a huge pressure on the shoulder. I, too, have doubts if I will be able to pull through, but hey, Im not gonna say it will be hard for me until I experienced it first hand. So lets keep the spirit up. haha and if I make it to April intake and, if ever we'll be classmates, I'll be glad. Ceridwen will be there to help us understand Australian nursing concept even more. right, ceridwenRN?
I doubt if you won't make through that 'intensity' miks. hehe Just like what youve shared, you do things well under pressure, I think you'll do good. There are reasons why the people around you expect a lot, one thing is they believe in you.
people around me is expecting so much as well, which is kind of making me uncomfortable, honestly. That's a huge pressure on the shoulder. I, too, have doubts if I will be able to pull through, but hey, Im not gonna say it will be hard for me until I experienced it first hand. So lets keep the spirit up. haha and if I make it to April intake and, if ever we'll be classmates, I'll be glad. Ceridwen will be there to help us understand Australian nursing concept even more. right, ceridwenRN?
Ok, Ok, thanks for the support mikyong and ceridwen... or shall I say Mike and Mark (wow i feel so close to both of you already!) I do hope we become classmates. If ever we are, I am glad I will have 2 private nurses if I get sick
I'm a second courser (not that I belittle myself being one, since I took it 3 years also, I am actually proud that after 2 Cesareans I still managed to memorize theories and pass the board ^_^), and you know we were working and taking classes at night and going for clinical duty during weekends, I don't think I had enough exposure compared to the regular nursing students. But one thing I can say is that as a 2nd courser, we were quite fast in understanding, absorbing and applying what was taught to us because our experience in the "real life" is quite vast already (like I myself is a mom of 2 kids so maternal and child nursing was *whistles* haha). I also didn't have yearssss of experience as a nurse, but I did have 15 years experience in a non-nursing job ^_^... and I am overweight and I have hypertension! that is why I am not confident if I can make it through with the "intensity" of the program.
wow! *speechless* you're really amazing! my head nurse in the icu is also overweight and hypertensive too, but she's a superb nurse! i can't stop my belly from growing bigger and bigger too (stress eating)! ok i was down after learning that there will be a new points system for the gsm but now i'm inspired again! :)
Ok, Ok, thanks for the support mikyong and ceridwen... or shall I say Mike and Mark (wow i feel so close to both of you already!) I do hope we become classmates. If ever we are, I am glad I will have 2 private nurses if I get sick
haha that's a good one! i've done private nursing before so i think i can manage lol!
I doubt if you won't make through that 'intensity' miks. hehe Just like what youve shared, you do things well under pressure, I think you'll do good. There are reasons why the people around you expect a lot, one thing is they believe in you.
people around me is expecting so much as well, which is kind of making me uncomfortable, honestly. That's a huge pressure on the shoulder. I, too, have doubts if I will be able to pull through, but hey, Im not gonna say it will be hard for me until I experienced it first hand. So lets keep the spirit up. haha and if I make it to April intake and, if ever we'll be classmates, I'll be glad. Ceridwen will be there to help us understand Australian nursing concept even more. right, ceridwenRN?
i feel the same way. lol why me? let's strengthen our filipino camaraderie!
i feel the same way. lol why me? let's strengthen our filipino camaraderie!
Frankly speaking ceridwen, I think you are good in nursing concepts ek ek... you know I don't even have IV Training atleast you got, and you got ICU exposure too. I don't even think I will pass the board exam if I retake it now haha... well anyway, lets have group study ok? and just support each other. Ok, nice talking to you guys, off to prepare dinner now :)
Frankly speaking ceridwen, I think you are good in nursing concepts ek ek... you know I don't even have IV Training atleast you got, and you got ICU exposure too. I don't even think I will pass the board exam if I retake it now haha... well anyway, lets have group study ok? and just support each other. Ok, nice talking to you guys, off to prepare dinner now :)
you're too kind! group study sounds nice. i'm the one who prepared my parent's dinner too lol! :)
Here is a link for the new points system that will start in July.....they really want experience....and they are giving more points for 1 years and above experience in Australia and only giving 15 points for a Bachelors degree. Starts July 2011. Pass mark is 65.
Cannot claim for study in Australia unless 2 years or more. (DIAC) link as above.
'The new points test is focused on selecting highly skilled people to deliver a more responsive and targeted migration program. It was developed following a review of the current points test, which considered submissions from a variety of experts and the wider Australian community.
The new points test balances the different factors that are considered when determining whether someone will be granted a skilled migration visa. It will deliver the best and brightest skilled migrants by emphasising high level qualifications, better English language levels and extensive skilled work experience.' (DIAC) link as above.
'Points will no longer be awarded on the basis of an applicant's occupation, but all applicants must still nominate an occupation on the applicable Skilled Occupation List.'
'Applicants who complete a Master program after completing a Bachelors degree are not awarded extra points, as research indicates that the labour market outcomes of previous skilled migrants have not been improved by holding a Masters degree.' (DIAC) link as above. (This is interesting that they picked up on this one)
Filipino nurse with no experience or less than 3 years overseas experience zero points and community language between 25-32 (best points) is 60. Need work sponsor..or partner with a needed profession as well or family to sponsor.
whaaat? please correct me if i got this wrong...does this mean nurses with less that 3 years experience can no longer try their luck, study and eventually work in oz???
I already enrolled in CoN :) But I still deferred in Murdoch for 2012 haha, just want to make sure... because as of now, I am having some problems here that "might" hinder my April intake, but I am really praying hard that I will push through with this. Like I always say in my previous posts, everything happens for a reason... If this pathway is meant for us all obstacles can be hurdled...if not, maybe a better option is yet to come :)
For Murdoch though, since its 1 year, you can opt for the student visa which will allow you to work part-time (20 hours a week and unlimited during holidays). Your spouse and kids can come along too. Spouse can work unlimited during the duration that you are enrolled in your course. So you can atleast sustain your everyday living especially if your spouse comes along to also work. If your spouse finds an employer and is lucky to get a 457 then woots! there you go! ^_^ But the fee and the financial resource (show money) is higher :)
Murdoch also has a village located within the campus which is quite good and comfortable... and affordable :)
Thank you for this information! Yes, bringing your family would be great, but it is also a requirement that if you bring along your family, your child must enroll in a school there and must pay international school fees in full, which would be $10,000 - $15,000! It's just like two students taking up the BP! double ouch hehehe
You can study, but to apply for independent skilled migration you need to get the points which is 65. Just being a person with a nursing certificate is not going to give you top marks anymore, experience in your skill will, when applying for skilled migration visa anyway.
Thank you for this information! Yes, bringing your family would be great, but it is also a requirement that if you bring along your family, your child must enroll in a school there and must pay international school fees in full, which would be $10,000 - $15,000! It's just like two students taking up the BP! double ouch hehehe
Yup, if you are married getting a student visa will be costly because in your proof of financial resources you will have to include your spouse and kids in the cost of living expenses and schooling, whether or not they are accompanying you :) For us who are trying to pool resources, the student visa would be more ideal to single people LoL
whaaat? please correct me if i got this wrong...does this mean nurses with less that 3 years experience can no longer try their luck, study and eventually work in oz???
Just like what ceridwyn mentioned, ofcourse you can study and work... those are only guidelines for skilled migration. While you work you will gain the experience anyway and can apply for migration later. Or if you are married, maybe your spouse will be qualified as the principal applicant. For married couples, you have to weigh which of you will reach a higher passing mark to be the principal applicant.
I doubt if you won't make through that 'intensity' miks. hehe Just like what youve shared, you do things well under pressure, I think you'll do good. There are reasons why the people around you expect a lot, one thing is they believe in you.
(wow i feel so close to both of you already!) I do hope we become classmates. If ever we are, I am glad I will have 2 private nurses if I get sick 
mikyong
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people around me is expecting so much as well, which is kind of making me uncomfortable, honestly. That's a huge pressure on the shoulder. I, too, have doubts if I will be able to pull through, but hey, Im not gonna say it will be hard for me until I experienced it first hand. So lets keep the spirit up. haha and if I make it to April intake and, if ever we'll be classmates, I'll be glad. Ceridwen will be there to help us understand Australian nursing concept even more. right, ceridwenRN?