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
thanks for the reply, i was there too at the Australian exhibition held last may in makati however i wasn't able to talk to the UQ representative... i learned about the UQ program from my batchmate, she is now undergoing the 1 year conversion program in ipswich campus. This prompted me to do research about UQ's conversion program since i wasn't able to talk to her that much coz i'm a bit shy, i dont want her having the impression of me being too annoying hahaha...and yeah it was just way too expensive, considering that there would still be a lot of expenses on other things other than the tuition fee..
How about the BP? is it required to have work experience before one can lodge application? i prefer to study if ever in Melbourne since i have relatives there, i might be able to save on rent. If you dont mind me asking, When did you submit your application to AHPRA? Good luck on your application, I hope you receive your LOE asap as i am aware that waiting is the most crucial part in the process...
Is it true that out 16 applicants for interview that Mercy Health will only accept around 5 for their BP? I am for interview next week at Mercy Health but I was just worried that I might not get it if they will only get 5. I might lose my slot to the other school where I got an offer because of the deadline.
The BP school requirements may vary . .There are some schools that require experience . Some would require at least a year and others would require at least three years experience.
Some consultation agencies for Australia required their applicants to have at least one year experience before lodging their application in AHPRA . .Aside from this, most nurses that I know have work experience when they sent their application . . .Here is the AHPRA link Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia - Internationally Qualified Nurses and Midwives try to read the criteria . .. .
I suggest that you must gain experience first while processing your application to avoid wasting your time. . .
no matter how i like to back read, this thread is quite too long already. after 2yrs of working as an RN here in the PH, i suddenly got interested with australia since i don't want to work in middle east countries.
I've read in other forums that if I have a work experience, the bridging program would only take 3-6mos, correct me if I am wrong, I maybe read it wrong, and for those who doesn't have any work experience it will take 2yrs.
I'd like to clarify this matter with you guys. Also I would like to ask, how do you process your papers, is it with IDP in Makati? Lastly, for those who are already in AU or those who have any idea, could you kindly give a breakdown or at least an estimated price range that will cost me in this application.
hi ladydee rn thanks for enlightening me with my queries.. I guess i have to stick with the conversion program since i dont have work experience yet, and getting experience here in PH will take long. To get things clearer i might just schedule counseling with IDP. Thank you so much... Good luck with your application and i hope you receive your LOE soon... God bless
You're welcome ALRAKEAM . . . .The next intake of the 1 year RN conversion of University of Queensland will be on 2013 . .. You can apply in Curtin University (PERTH), they are also offering the conversion course. .I have a friend who is studying there. She told me that it is a good school. The next intake will be July 2012 (unless they have changes in their schedule). .. She was also assisted by IDP Australia . .
Oh, btw. . I submitted my application last September 30 to AHPRA-WA. They received it October 3 .. . I received an email that it's for final approval last February 15, 2012 ... I need to be patient.
Hello there fellow nurses. It's been nice hearing your stories and experience of applying for BP here in OZ. I' am scheduled for an interview in IHNA on 21st of March, anyone who can give me pointers in passing the interview? (my anxiety level is on heaps ) And how long does subclass 456 take? I' am currently here in OZ in student visa and I'm not really sure if I should continue my studies in Uni or go home and prepare for the requirements needed for the 456. Thank you for your advice! :)
is it fine to file for a visa first before applying for the school?the reason why i would like to do that is because i will be taking a loan to pay the tuition fee. hence id like to make sure i will get a visa before processing the said loan.
I need to be patient.
) And how long does subclass 456 take? I' am currently here in OZ in student visa and I'm not really sure if I should continue my studies in Uni or go home and prepare for the requirements needed for the 456. Thank you for your advice! :)
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hi ladylee-rn..
thanks for the reply, i was there too at the Australian exhibition held last may in makati however i wasn't able to talk to the UQ representative... i learned about the UQ program from my batchmate, she is now undergoing the 1 year conversion program in ipswich campus. This prompted me to do research about UQ's conversion program since i wasn't able to talk to her that much coz i'm a bit shy, i dont want her having the impression of me being too annoying hahaha...and yeah it was just way too expensive, considering that there would still be a lot of expenses on other things other than the tuition fee..
How about the BP? is it required to have work experience before one can lodge application? i prefer to study if ever in Melbourne since i have relatives there, i might be able to save on rent. If you dont mind me asking, When did you submit your application to AHPRA? Good luck on your application, I hope you receive your LOE asap as i am aware that waiting is the most crucial part in the process...
thanks! :)