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  1. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    http://www.australia.com.ph/mnla/home.html

  2. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I'm almost sure that vitamins are a NO. Over the counter meds like Paracetamol, I think you can bring a few. Other meds you'll need a prescription. I never bring items with milk like 'polvoron' or ice...

  3. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I've been here since 2009 before AHPRA was born. Had a job offer before I organised my registration. Moved just before people the grunt of the GFC. NZ seems like a nice place, will visit one day but...

  4. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    If sending documents that needs to be signed for do use the street address and not the PO

  5. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Today's exchange rate is $1=P42.70That would make your money around $18,000. Tuiition fee for BP around $10,000That leaves you $8,000Plane fare is about $1,500 Visa processing, accomodation, food,...

  6. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Has to be on official

  7. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    The silver fern visa does not apply to you because you are not a registered nurse in either new Zealand or Australia. I think that visa is targeted for aussie registered nurses to attract them to move...

  8. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Star17,Does your coe contain words from your referee to say that you practiced safely and competently as a nurse, did you write full-time or part time. Just few of the things you did not include in...

  9. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Does your Certificate of employment and CV contain the details listed above? Do not just submit a copy of your Coe and cv. Review your

  10. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Try reading page 843 (ceridwyn's post) before sending your application. I've read several threads about nursing in NZ a few months ago, I thought they were discouraging overseas applicants because of...

  11. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    You are normally offered a quote with a health insurance provider for the duration of your stay. I think the only time you won't be satisfied with an insurance provider is after you use it. You can...

  12. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    documents while the I'll be mailing the IELTS from the country where I took the exam. (not through any agency) and any help would be deeply appreciated. Thanks mucho! PS: Hope someone could give me a...

  13. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Reasonable risks are acceptable but having nil to very little experience and then putting their parents' home on loan on top of other loans on the chance that they will finish the BP, get registered...

  14. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    There was a guy who posted in this thread a few days ago. CUIDADO was his username. His visa is expiring this June and could not secure sponsorships. He claims he has been looking for jobs everyday....

  15. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Unfortunately there are some who are not aware of the risks they are taking, putting the family home or farm for a chance at an Australian dream. Sorry, not familiar with the type of visa you can...

  16. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    In your case, the answer is yes but make sure that your prospective employer can sponsor you after your BP. Coming to Australia to do a BP without a guaranteed slot for employment will always be risky...

  17. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Schools here would have similar standards. I don't think you'll find anyone in this thread who can compare schools unless somebody fails their BP and retakes it again in another school (would normally...

  18. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Have you tried contacting private hospitals and nursing homes? Unfortunately, your dilemma is not unique. You will probably have to spend more if you want to stay in Australia ie enrol in some sort...

  19. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    The question you should ask is how RN oz1 secured his/hers 457 visa. The route he took may not be available to you now. He secured his work visa 2 years ago. The job market was different

  20. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    You will need an unexpired IELTS before you register. You will also need that IELTS if you get a sponsor for work. You will need it for your visa. Read back on my previous posts re Filipino nurse that...

  21. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    It will depend on things like what experience you have, where you are during your BP and your attitude. If you have a lot of experience and the facility you'll be doing your BP is willing to sponsor...

  22. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Had PRC stopped students from taking the board exam? If you finish your nursing degree in the Philippines and want to take the Board exam, should the PRC stop you because there are lots of jobless...

  23. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    You are mistaking AHPRA with Immigration. AHPRA will only refuse your registration if you are not suitable to practice nursing in Australia. When you receive your LOE it will state that you will need...

  24. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I too came from the UK around 2008 or earlier. Nurses from the UK were sought after THEN. The requirements for registration were different at that time. There were also exhibitions in London promoting...

  25. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand Part 2

    bobby123 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    AHPRA is a registration body. There are no tactics involved. The fact is their job is to assess if you are suitable to be a nurse in Australia. PRC is the registration body in the Philippines. They...