Delivery Mode: On Campus
Accreditation: TEQSA
AQF Level: 08
Course Duration: 26 Weeks*
CRICOS Course Code: 107773K
IHM was awarded accreditation in 2019 to deliver the Entry Program for Internationally Qualified Registered Nurses (EPIQRN) bridging program. The new process for the bridging program shifted to OBA (Outcome-Based Assessment), and AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) will be in charge of conducting the two national examinations.
IHM began offering the GCAN Australian Nursing Practice course with the goal of assisting IQNM’s (Internationally Qualified Nurses and Midwives) in acquiring the necessary knowledge as well as the necessary amount of hands-on experience to satisfy the AHPRA standards necessary for registration
Internationally qualified nurses and midwives (IQNMs) who complete the AHPRA Self-check and are advised to continue as Stream B candidates are those IQNMs who hold a qualification that is relevant to the profession but is not substantially equivalent or based on similar competencies to an approved qualification. IQNMs who are assigned to Stream B and must complete an Outcome Based Assessment (OBA) will benefit greatly from taking the GCAN Australian Nursing Practice course.
* This course does not lead to direct registration as a Nurse or Midwife in Australia. IHM can assist with the complete processing of AHPRA registration for students enrolling in GCAN Australian Nursing Practice.
ANP On campus + NCLEXRN Preparation
Attend NCLEXRN Exam
OSCE On-Campus Coaching – 8 Weeks
Attend OSCE Practical Exam
Apply for AHPRA Registration
Job Placement Assistance
The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing – Australian Nursing Practice specialty has been meticulously designed to assist Internationally Qualified Registered Nurses in becoming acquainted with the Australian health-care system. This course includes NCLEX RN preparation, PTE Training, four weeks of OSCE training and Practical Experience Placement (PEP) to allow the IQRNs to further improve their knowledge and abilities in the context of Australian nursing practise.
This course will assist overseas trained registered nurses in gaining a thorough understanding of the practice styles and requirements in Australian healthcare settings, as well as preparing them to confidently take the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency’s Outcome Based Assessment process, such as the NCLEX-RN and Objective Structured Registered Clinical Examination (OSCE).
Clinical placements will be completed in industries such as private and public hospitals,GP clinics,and aged care.Placements are organised at the national level to ensure that exposure to the clinical field and learning outcomes are maximised
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing – Australian Nursing Practice, an applicant is required to:
English Language Proficiency Entry Requirements has to be met by the student
English Language Proficiency Entry RequirementsThree units constitute the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing Australian Nursing Practice course. One core unit and two units of specialisation.
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The course includes four weeks OSCE in preparation for OBA registration testing in Australia and a four-week Professional Experience Placement (PEP) in healthcare facilities.
Tuition Fee : | On Campus: AUD $12,000.00 |
Administration (Non-Tuition) Fee : **Only applicable to international students. |
**AUD $250 (Non Refundable) |
Applicable for International (1 year fee) and full-fee students. Not applicable for funding students.
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If you are an internationally qualified nurse or midwife (IQNM) who wishes to register in Australia, you will need to complete the Self-check before applying for registration. This is an online check where you will need to enter your qualification information into the Self-check. Based on your qualification you will be assigned to one of three streams for registration. The three streams are:
IQNMs that do not hold a relevant qualification (under section 53 of the National Law) or do not meet the required assessment criteria will need to upgrade their qualification in Australia before being eligible to apply for registration.
Click here to know more!90 mins of video orientation and quiz based on that video.
At this stage you will have to upload all the attested documents as required.
Multiple choice questions exam, the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) is an online test taken through Pearson VUE test centres in most countries.
This e- learning module must be completed within the first 6 months of becoming a registered nurse in Australia.
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At IHM, we have dedicated admission staff members who are able to assist you throughout the process. It is highly recommended that you apply for this course by clicking the “apply now” button. You will be contacted by a member of the admissions staff, who will provide you with relevant assistance, such as guidance with the AHPRA registration process, guidance with the processing of visas, and orientation to Australian student life, as well as short courses to gain jobs while studying in Australia.
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