Australian Nursing Registrations for Overseas Nurses
In order to work as a Nurse or Midwife in Australia, you must apply for registration with the
Nursing and
Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
(AHPRA) is
the
body that assesses all applications for registration from internationally qualified Nurses and
Midwives on
behalf of the NMBA.
Minimum of 3 months as a Registered Nurse in the last five years.
Recent Graduates applying for registration for the first time are required to meet this
eligibility
criteria.
English Language Requirements
Any one of the below tests is acceptable. (Clubbing scores are
acceptable,
but note that two test
sittings must not be more than six months apart. Please check for eligibility of your
clubbing
scores.)
Cambridge (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency): Minimum overall score of 185 in listening, reading, and speaking; minimum 176 in writing.
International English Language Testing System (Academic) (IELTS): Overall 7, with 7 in listening, reading, and speaking; 6.5 in writing.
Occupational English Test (OET): Minimum B in listening, reading, and speaking; C+ in writing
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): Minimum 66 in listening, reading, and speaking; 56 in writing.
Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL iBT): Minimum total score 94 with 24 in listening, leading and lriting; 23 in Speaking.
Test results must be accepted from
One test sitting, or
A maximum of two test sittings in a 12-month period
Dreaming of migrating to Australia?
Here’s why you should consult MWT Education Consultancy!
The AHPRA standards are exacting, and they are very particular about the prerequisites
for
application.
This can make applying for AHPRA a harrowing experience for nurses— particularly those
who
have
qualified overseas, and are not sure about the equivalency of their qualification with
respect to
AHPRA’s mandates!
At MWT, your career is taken care of by our International Education Counselors who are
EATC-registered
and possess the expertise to help you make a smoother transition to Australia. We are
the
market
leaders
in guiding thousands of nurses who are aspiring for career opportunities in Australia.
Our
team is
up-to-date with the latest policies and procedures of AHPRA. Regardless of which part of
the
world you
are from, we can help you apply to AHPRA and understand the processes involved.
Our Support Services
At MWT Education Consultancy, we offer counselling and placement services to nurses who
wish
to gain
registration in the Australia. Through our course, nurses can:
Get guidance for AHPRA Registration Application
Successfully complete Bridging Program / OBA
Get support while waiting for the decision letter from AHPRA
Obtain Offer Letter for Bridging Program from leading institutions
Multicultural society with diversity in population
Get support for visa services
Pre-departure and post-landing services
Training to Make Sure you Excel through OBA Australia Program
Our team of exceptionally qualified educators are here to hand-hold you through our
program
OBA
Australia offered at our sister organisation, MWT Global Academy in collaboration with
Australia’s
leading centre for higher education, Health Careers International. MWT Global Academy
will
guide and
empower you in the following areas:
A whole lot of effort goes into scrutinizing your application process and documentation,
making it a time-consuming task of utmost precision. Our expert teams will guide you
with
your AHPRA, Admission and Visa application support.
Our support services shall continue even after you reach Australia, all the while
ensuring
you are made to feel completely at home in a foreign country. We extend support with our
Pre-departure and post-landing services.