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macpao87

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    i am not aware of any computation regarding that. when i applied for a 456 short stay business visa, i was not asked to provide any show money - but I did, just to be safe. I think the most important...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Thanks. I think with the right experience, there are still hospitals who really sponsor foreign nurses. Try applying everywhere. I applied for every position I could find. It takes a lot of time...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I was given multiple entry without any conditions like no further stay. I was able to get an employer before the 90 days, but I decided to come home to Manila while the employer fixed my documents...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    You can try asking the clinic where you will have your medicals done how long before the results are sent to VIA. I did my medicals 1 month before I applied for a 456 visa to be safe. Just tell them...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I didn't request for my visa to be 1 year, they just gave me that. To be clearer, the validity of the visa is 1 year, but you are only allowed to stay 3 months per

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Yes. A medical exam is required to get a 456 visa. The results of that same medical exam can be used when you lodge your application for a 457 visa. Medicals are valid for 1 year. I was given a 456...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    As long as you have a confirmation of enrollment from your school, I think you will get your 456. Try calling your school and insist that a letter coming from them instructing on the kind of visa...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I don't think any of those courses are required by any of the schools offering the BP. Each school has it's own set of admission criteria. Some of the schools require 1-2 years post registration...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I agree, 8 weeks is still better than what I had to go through with AHPRA VIC - 9 months just for an eligibility letter. Crazy

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I don't think Australia would and could do that. That is clearly racial discrimination - if they pin point nurses coming from a specific country (unless there is a clear and impending reason for them...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I have several friends and schoolmates who only had 6 months volunteer experience/ training. Some of them got jobs in hospitals, most in nursing homes. I think it depends on how impressive your...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I'd resign when everything has been finalized. (Bridging Course and Visa). A lot of things can go wrong - and it's very difficult to be unemployed. I resigned the day my 456 visa

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Hi guys! Just wanted to share something regarding the whole process I had to go through. I am currently waiting for my work visa to arrive, hopefully it comes in a few weeks time. In NSW, I believe...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    I went with miks and the others at the CON for the April 2011 intake. I think you're pretty much in. They only accept payment once you are accepted in the programme. The letter they will send you...

  15. Know everything about bridging course in sydney

    macpao87 replied to hotchicgrace's topic in Immigration Advice

    go to the AHPRA website, download the form required, send it via post with the listed requirements and wait for the instructions from

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Thanks for the tip bobby123. I hope I get a job

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Yup, I was in the April intake of the course. I have to say, CON is stricter compared to other bridging courses, especially the ones in Victoria. (Based on what I hear from my friends who took theirs...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Good luck to the 2 of you! Just finished my course at the CON. Just remember to smile all the time, be nice and corteous, but always stand up for what you believe in. I recommend you guys get a place...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Hi Guys! After more than 1 year of processing, taking the bridging course and registration, I'm finally a registered nurse in Australia! Now it's time to look for a job. Any

  20. Looking for a place to stay in New South Wales

    macpao87 replied to ceridwenRN's topic in International Nursing

    Hi! I don't think there are available accommodation for students near the area. If you want to save money, I suggest you look for an apartment where you can stay for 1 month. Look for somewhere where...

  21. Know everything about bridging course in sydney

    macpao87 replied to hotchicgrace's topic in Immigration Advice

    Thanks! I'm praying hard for it too. Good luck to you too. Are you starting this July? Keep in touch if you have any questions. I'll try my best to answer

  22. Know everything about bridging course in sydney

    macpao87 replied to hotchicgrace's topic in Immigration Advice

    No one has failed yet. The college of nursing had a hard time looking for clinical placements in hospitals, so others had to start later than some. Still waiting for registration- I hope AHPRA, VIC...

  23. Know everything about bridging course in sydney

    macpao87 replied to hotchicgrace's topic in Immigration Advice

    Hi! Yup, finished already with the Assessment of Competence Programme at CON. It was a bit difficult but fortunately most of us were able to pass. Some of the others are not done yet with the...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Hi! I didn't do my BP at VCHN. I applied and got a letter of offer but I chose to do mine at the College of Nursing since their course is only 2 months. I suggest apply to different schools right away...

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

    macpao87 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in Nurse Registration

    Hi guys, Just finished with my bridging course at the CON - currently waiting for my registration with mikyong, miks and the others. Ceridwyn amazing got his registration after 2 days - I guess it...