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Hi, You can look it up here :"http://vtprofessionals.org/opr1/nurses/rn_forms/NU_RN_Renewal.pdf" as reference to have an idea regarding applicable fees on recent renewals. Hope this help. :)

Work for your nursing license, I understand that you'll have additional 10 points in "factor 5" if you did.:)

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Hi, no nurses in their right mind will just be "satisfied" in volunteering. You have to understand that thats their only way of advancing their career as of this time, since finding employment here is practically nil specially for newly grads and government can't do anything about it, not now or in the near future. As long as you can use your volunteered experience in the pursuit of your dream of working else where, then you have to bite the bullet and do what is deemed necessary. Just take into consideration that having a very rewarding and fulfilling career is not an easy path and consider volunteering is just one of its obstacles. Best of luck.

Hi, have a good read here: Practical Nurse Refresher Program for Internationally Educated Nurses - Part-TimeNorQuest College. It's called Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR), the purpose and method are a little similar to SEC for RN, e.g. to know what course/s you need to take before getting eligibility to write for the exam. Since you're willing to take additional courses if deemed necessary, I say go ahead don't waste too much time worrying as nobody's bound to fail in both PLAR and SEC assessment. I suggest that you take SEC for RN 'coz you're already in Alberta, unlike others who opt to go with PLAR for reason that they're having a hard time getting Visa for their SEC. Good luck.

Hi, Check this site: http://www.prc.gov.ph/images/Application%20Flowchart.gif. :)

Hi, I'm not familiar with your circumstances, but if you'll need a work permit to be able to work in U.S., then I don't think now is a good time to pursue your plan. You'll be facing a dead end even after passing NCLEX 'coz U.S. is not processing any work permit for new application. And I don't see a change in the near future. But you can go ahead if your situation is different from the majority of Philippine nurses.:)

Hi, Illinois and Vermont regulatory bodies requires CES “Credential Evaluation Service” report by CGFNS or Education Records Evaluation Service, Inc. to evaluate your education, TOEFL may be waived by the Illinois Department/Division if your credentials evaluation report indicates your nursing education program was conducted in English utilizing English Textbooks. CGFNS exam will only be required in Vermont if your nursing education was not taught in English wholly.:)

Hi, check this site: Internationally Educated Nurses . More often than not, you will be required to take additional course before getting eligibility to write the exam. This is the norm specially on regulated jobs. But courses can be short depending on how you performed during the assessment. BTW, where in Canada are you? Good luck.

Heed Silverdragon102's advice but have your credentials assess by the licensing body first, as you'll find out that getting eligibility to write CRNE is not that simple specially to foreign trained and educated nurses. And starting to review for CRNE might be too early yet, as a lot of procedures are still needed for you to overcome before getting eligibility. Good luck.

Hi, below are excerpts from AHPRA: (take extra attention on Q2) 4 May, 2010 Recency of Practice FAQs Q1. What is 'Recency of Practice'? A. This means that a practitioner has maintained an adequate connection with, and recent practice in, the profession since qualifying or obtaining registration. Q2. What is meant by 'Practice'? A. Practice means any role, whether remunerated or not, in which the individual uses their skills and knowledge as a nurse or midwife. For the purposes of this registration standard, practice is not restricted to the provision of direct clinical care. It also includes working in a direct non-clinical relationship with clients, working in management, administration, education, research, advisory, regulatory or policy development roles, and any other roles that impact on safe, effective delivery of services in the profession and/or use of their professional skills. Q3. What sort of practice hours are acceptable over and above those defined in 'practice' above? A. Practice hours are recognised if evidence is provided to demonstrate: a. the nurse or midwife held a valid registration with a nursing or midwifery regulatory authority in the jurisdiction (either Australian or overseas) when the hours were worked; or b. the role involved the application of nursing and/or midwifery knowledge and skills, or c. the time was spent undertaking postgraduate education leading to an award or qualification that is relevant to the practice of nursing and/or midwifery. Q4. What evidence do I need to provide? A. You need to provide evidence that you have undertaken sufficient practice within the past 5 years for a period equivalent to a minimum of 3 months full time. Q5. How do I show that I have undertaken the equivalent of a minimum of 3 months fulltime within the past 5 years? A. You may provide any of the following: a service statement from your employer(s); pay slip(s); income statement for the year; and other methods at the discretion of NMBA. Q6. Do the hours have to be continuous? A. No, they may be accumulated over the 5 year period. Q7. If I am a registered nurse and a registered midwife do I need to meet recency requirements for both professions? A. Yes, you need to provide evidence showing you have undertaken the required equivalent hours in both nursing and midwifery practice within the past 5 years. However, if you consider an aspect of your work could provide evidence for both nursing and midwifery practice, you may make a case for that. An example of this could be caring for women and their babies post caesarean section. Q8. If I am working overseas as a registered nurse or midwife are these hours acceptable evidence of Recency of Practice? A. Yes, however, you would need to provide the same level of evidence as required for practice undertaken in Australia. Q9. What happens if I am unable to meet the ROP requirements? A. You will need to provide evidence of: a. Successful completion of a program or assessment approved by the Board, or b. Successful completion of a supervised practice experience approved by the Board. Q10. Do I need to keep evidence of my Recency of Practice? A. Yes, you should hold your evidence for three years in case you are selected for audit. Q11. Do I need to submit evidence of my Recency of Practice to NMBA each year? A. No, you only need to sign a declaration to say that you have met the Recency of Practice requirements. Evidence will only be requested if you are selected for audit. Q12. Will everybody be audited annually? A. No, the Board will have discretion to select a random number of nurses and midwives for auditing. Q13. What happens if my evidence for audit is not sufficient? A. Refer to the NMBA Policy on Audit which will be developed and available on the Board's website by the end of May. Best regards.:)

Hi, you're correct, AHPRA even discussed thoroughly what it means by "practice" (e.g. Practice means any role, whether remunerated or not, in which the individual uses their skills and knowledge as a nurse...). It's quite clear that volunteer works for nurses in a medical facility are taken into consideration by AHPRA.

I'm not sure if this is the form you're looking, but try this site: PRC Case Completion Form for Midwifery Exams.

Hi, I think you have a good chance to try your luck in Australia. Have a good read at this site: AHPRA - Internationally Qualified Nurses and Midwives . Best of luck.