Overview

Nursing and Midwifery

Even before coronavirus, Federal Government data showed that health care and social assistance was the fastest growing industry in Australia. Post covid, this industry is believed to emerge as one of the most stable ones. The demand for well-trained nurses in Australia shows no signs of slowing and it is estimated that Australia will require more than 100,000 nurses by 2025 hence, the need to look for overseas nurses. 

Due to the high demand, registered nurses (Medical Practice and Aged Care) and nurse practitioners are listed in the Skilled Occupations (SOL) and Consolidated Sponsored Occupations List (CSOL) and also provided with an incentive to be qualified to obtain a permanent residency in Australia. Graduates can count on building and investing in a career in nursing in Australia. 

Even before coronavirus, Federal Government data showed that health care and social assistance was the fastest growing industry in Australia. Post Covid, this industry is believed to emerge as one of the most stable ones. The demand for well-trained nurses in Australia shows no signs of slowing and it is estimated that Australia will require more than 100,000 nurses by 2025 hence, the need to look for overseas nurses. 

Due to the high demand, registered nurses (Medical Practice and Aged Care) and nurse practitioners are listed in the Skilled Occupations (SOL) and Consolidated Sponsored Occupations List (CSOL) and also provided with an incentive to be qualified to obtain a permanent residency in Australia. Graduates can count on building and investing in a career in nursing in Australia. 

Courses in Nursing:

Diploma

Bachelor

Masters

Diploma of Nursing

This course will provide with basic skills and knowledge required to make an enrolled nurse in the healthcare industry. Students will learn how to administer intravenous medications, gain skills for intensive care and learn to work with patients of all ages and in different environments. 

To be eligible to enroll for this program, students must have completed 12 years of academic education or equivalent and an English score equivalent to 7 in each band in IELTS (popular choice PTE 65 in each band) as per the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. 

Students will be eligible to apply for Permanent Residency after the completion of this course. Please check the Skill Assessment required for students with Nursing and Midwifery graduates below. 

Bachelor of Nursing

After completion of this course, students will be licensed, registered nurses. The course teaches essential skills in clinical assessment and decision making, person-centered care and equips students with an extensive set of skills to work as a general or mental health nurse. It will provide an opportunity to deliver care in multiple health care, industry, and community settings, in complex environments of healthcare systems. 

To be eligible to enroll for this program, students must have completed twelve years of academic education or equivalent and an English score equivalent to seven in each band in IELTS (popular choice PTE sixty-five in each band) as per the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. 

Students will be eligible to apply for Permanent Residency after the completion of this course. Please check the Skill Assessment required for students with Nursing and Midwifery graduates below.

Masters of Nursing

Graduates can choose to further their careers in the healthcare sector by opting for this course. They can select from a wide range of practice areas in the public and private health care systems. 

To be eligible to enroll for this program, students must have a previous Australian level bachelor degree or equivalent and an English score equivalent to 7 in each band in IELTS (popular choice PTE 65 in each band) as per the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. 

(Note: Nepalese academic qualification for Nursing and Midwifery is not an acceptable standard for skill assessment for migration purposes in Australia.)

Nurses or midwives who have completed three years proficiency certificate level or have a Bachelor’s degree from Nepal with a work experience of more than two years can enroll for a short course to attain the same level of qualification as per Australian Government requisite. The short course duration varies from three months to a year depending on the provision made by different Universities in different states. Students can also opt to enroll for a two years bachelor’s degree in Australia. 

Students will be eligible to apply for Permanent Residency after the completion of this course. Please check the Skill Assessment required for students with Nursing and Midwifery graduates below.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to study nursing in Australia?

An undergraduate study in nursing takes four years to complete.

Can international students study Nursing in Australia?

As an international student, you can enroll for the diploma course, bachelor or master in nursing. 

How much does it cost to study Nursing in Australia?

While the cost may vary for different institutes, for an undergraduate, it may range between AUD 27,000 to AUD 35,000

Is it hard to get a job as a nurse in Australia?

As per the Health Workforce 2025 document, Australia will have a twenty-seven percent shortage of nurses by 2025.

Do nurses get paid while studying?

No

Can I work while studying nursing?

As an international student, you are eligible to work twenty hours per week.

How do I get started?

You can send us your contact details here. We will provide you with all the information and explain what documents you’ll need to apply.

Nursing Skill Assessment

Skill Assessment for Nursing and Midwifery

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