Trevortamer

This certainly is is a confusing situation. I received an email today form the NZ nursing council stating that the Diploma is not the equivalent to the level 7 however all applications are assessed individually and considered on their own merits, taking into consideration work experience and ongoing professional development/post grad studies. It seems this process is subjective and the outcome will differ from person to person. Yikes!

Also, is that McDairmid park in your profile picture?

I've not looked too far ahead yet but those who do the bridging course are not educated to degree level and are welcome to apply for RN jobs. Surely a registration with the council suffices?

Do you know this from experience? If so do you know when the rules changed? I realise the entry is the equvilant of a NZQA level 7 but I can't seem to find a table of comparable qualifications. Thanks

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Interesting post. I'm hoping to make the move down under with the same qualification (DipHe in adult nursing). When I found out about the degree requirements for oz registration I though I'd hit a brick wall but this post gives me hope. Have you managed to gain Australian registration? If you are willing I'd like to pick your brains further about this subject. Cheers.

Thanks for the variety of opinions here. At the moment I'm leaning towards going for the nirsung bridging course and getting on with my dreams as soon as possible. I understand it will cost quite a lot more than other options but hey, it's only money and if that's what it costs to start an adventure then so be it :-)

Thanks for the variety of advice, this has given me plenty to ponder over. I had considered topping up here however I would need a total of 120 credits and with each module giving me 30cr I guessed it'd take 2 years to complete. Thanks for the input people. It's much appreciated

Wow, that's not cheap but I am determined to make the move so I'll consider it. Have you completed the programme or do you know people who have? It seems like a short course. Do you think someone in my position would be considered suitable for the bridge programme?

Thanks for the reply. Can you suggest a related occupation that would qualify?

Hello, I'm a 33 year old singleton looking to move to Australia on a skilled visa. I Have 10 years experience as an adult nurse and I'd hoped this would be sufficent to obtain a skilled migrant visa. I've just learned that as I'm educated to diploma HE level, and not the required degree level, I would have problems registering with AHPRA. I could top up to degree level here in the UK however that would take a couple of years and I'd like to be out there sooner! Does anyone have advice on my options for entry? I am aware of the bridging course and if anyone has experience with this it would be good to talk. I would be willing to work as an enrolled nurse if this was possible but I don't think this is classed as a desired skilled profession. Any information would be mucho appreciated. Cheers in advance!