Aspiring to pursue nursing in Australia? Read this
Australian education system is considered to be among the best in the world. Its world-class universities provide courses in the various mainstream as well as niche subjects, giving students great opportunities to define their career pathways. Thus, every year thousands of students aspire to study in Australia.
The Australian system for healthcare is counted among the best systemic approaches to healthcare. Owing to this fact, the Australian model has been the subject of various studies and research. The regulating bodies and the universities themselves focus greatly on the quality of the healthcare and nursing courses they provide.
World-renowned Australian universities like the University of Queensland, University of Sydney, Deakin University, La Trobe University, University of South Australia etc. provide Bachelors’, Masters’ and Doctorate courses in various disciplines of nursing.
There is an ever-increasing demand for nursing and healthcare professionals in Australia. Its no wonder why every year the number of students and professionals travelling to Australia to pursue a career in nursing is increasing.
There are many exciting work opportunities for nursing professionals in Australia. However, to be recognised as a certified health practitioner in Australia, you need to be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). AHPRA is responsible for the accreditation and registration of various health professionals in Australia.
AHPRA registration is essential if you are enrolled in a course for the following popular professions-
Nurse
Midwife
Medical practitioner
Physiotherapy
Pharmacy
Psychology
It is advisable to submit your AHPRA form for registration well in advance as it is a time taking process.
Along with the regular nursing courses, Australia also offers the IRON program (especially for qualified international nurses looking to begin their career in Australia).
The Initial Registration for Overseas Nurses (IRON) programme is a 13-week programme which provides the required knowledge, skill and application to practice safe and competent nursing in various settings thereby acting as a bridging procedure for nurses from various parts of the world to acclimatise to the Australian healthcare system.
Nursing and healthcare are one of the noblest professions out there. And in Australia, they are extremely rewarding too.
But the procedures preceding studying for and practising nursing in Australia can be taxing and confusing at times.
Many students from Indonesia have realised their dreams to study in New Zealand, Australia and other global education hubs with the help of the right guidance.
AECC Global is a renowned education agency in Indonesia providing ethical counselling to students from different nationalities for over eight years.
Contact AECC Global today to outline your career pathway.