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)

[victoria03]

Hi!

Can anyone here list ALL the schools that offer the bridging program in Australia? Thanx

[iamnomad]

check the NMBA's website.

[iamnomad]

to be specific, it's under the accreditation tab, then click the .pdf file for approved nursing programs.

it lists ALL the nursing program from BSN to MS, to return to practice programs, not just the bridging program. So at around the 5th page of the whole file, you'll see Initial Registration Course for Div. 1 Overseas RN on the description column, that's what you're looking for.

[victoria03]

to be specific, it's under the accreditation tab, then click the .pdf file for approved nursing programs.

it lists ALL the nursing program from BSN to MS, to return to practice programs, not just the bridging program. So at around the 5th page of the whole file, you'll see Initial Registration Course for Div. 1 Overseas RN on the description column, that's what you're looking for.

Thank you so much. you had been of great help! I found it. anyway, do you have any idea how much the APHRA assessment would cost?

[iamnomad]

i don't know where you're from but there's a huge mostly Filipino thread https://allnurses.com/international-nursing/new-grad-filipino-501897.html and it'll provide you with some of the information you might need through the experiences of the members who's already in the process.

Regarding AHPRA assessment/application fee, I "paid" about $400-500. I can't recall exactly how much I put in the credit card payment form but its around that number. You can always check the NMBA website for detailed information.

[erikadioza]

YHAN

deakin university offers BP. and if your in melbourne you can just go to APHRA office and ask for info and list of BP providers

I will also be taking my ielts and hoping that I can get OBS 7

cheers

goodluck to us

[erikadioza]

aphra application fee is 460

[oni01]

hi im new here, i have been browsing through this site about the Bridging program fee, i saw a link but its just redirecting to the homepage, so do you guys have any idea

1. how much a brigding program would cost?

2. how many months?

3. what are the chances that one can be a registered nurse in AU after taking the bridging course? do we need to pass a certain exam to become a registered nurse in AU?

thanks and I hope you guys can enlighten me. :)

[ned1968]

Hi Onio1,

I recommend you read this thread and surely you will be half closer to your aussie dreams. Goodluck!

https://allnurses.com/international-nursing/new-grad-filipino-501897.html

[victoria03]

can anyone post schools that are accepting those who have 0 experience pls..or maybe at least 6 months of volunteer experience. thanx

[sse.cmc05]

Hi ... iam new here.iam a graduate from India..done my ielts ..passed with a 8 band. now thinkin wat to do??

i tried migration to Australia..but i don't seem to qualify for tat ..i have 2 yrs of experience.can sum1 guide me in my application to Australian work permit or migration before my ielts expires.

[ceridwyn]

Hi ... iam new here.iam a graduate from India..done my ielts ..passed with a 8 band. now thinkin wat to do??

i tried migration to Australia..but i don't seem to qualify for tat ..i have 2 yrs of experience.can sum1 guide me in my application to Australian work permit or migration before my ielts expires.

Your written english is not of an appropriate level of english to be an RN in Australia by your post, was that the problem?

You will have to approach AHPRA the national registration board and apply for assessment, they will need a current test in IELTS of 7 all round in one sitting. They will give you a letter to apply for a bridging course. You will then need to find a full-time job and the employer willing to sponsor you, after 2 years you can apply for permanent residency.