Sg trained nurse to Australia

Goobleypums, BSN, RN · Oct 19, 2020

Hi!

There is a new process from AHPRA and NMBA for the general registration of Internationally qualified nurses and midwives (IQNM). In summary, you will have to sit for a multiple choice question exam and the objective structured clinical examination (which is only offered in Australia). Also, you will be required to have a proficient score in any recognized english language exam (IELTS/ PTE/ OET).

For more information:

https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Accreditation/IQNM.aspx

Your next concern will be your visa. Some hospitals/ organizations offer sponsorship through visa 482 Temporary Skill Shortage Visa/ visa 186 Australian Permanent Work Visa (Employer Nomination Scheme). There are also other options such as visa 189 Skilled Independent Visa/ 190 Skilled Nominated Visa (State nominated) / 491 Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa if you have enough points to get an invitation.

The criteria for the points system are as follows:

Age
English language skills
Skilled employment experience
Educational qualifications
Specialist education qualification
Australian study requirement
Professional Year in Australia
Credentialled community language
Study in regional Australia
Partner skills

For more information:

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia

Best of luck!

Goobleypums, BSN, RN · Oct 19, 2020

***Depending on the self-check, it will determine in which stream you are classified on: A or B or C ****

Stream A will let you proceed immediately with the initial registration after paying the fees.

Stream B will require you to sit for an Outcome Based Assessment (OBA) which includes a multiple choice examination (MCQ) and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) before getting your initial registration.

Stream C will require you to enroll in a qualification leading to registration through approved study programs.